Experience

Dennis joined Grant Thornton in 1993, becoming a Partner in 1999. He is recognised by his clients and peers as a leader in developing innovative solutions through his ability to analyse, communicate and visualise practical solutions to information system issues.

Over the last twenty years, Dennis has accumulated a wide range of skills and expertise in IT, marketing and business development. He is focused on the mid market, enjoys the opportunity to work across the business and is often seen as the trusted adviser to key decision makers.

He has experience in most of the finance and ERP systems in the mid market and has been involved in over two hundred business system designs, selections and or implementations. He has a particular expertise in distribution, project costing and membership systems and has been involved in a wide range of industries including manufacturing, distribution and not for profit.

His skills in managing difficult problems and in particular conflicts between parties has been appreciated by clients and organisations where through his ability to listen, develop trust and develop resolution he has been able to diffuse conflicts quickly. In particular, his skills in resolving disputes between software suppliers and clients are keenly sought after.

Dennis enjoys the opportunity to work with start ups, assisting businesses to grow and is a strong advocate of developing great organisations that focus on delivering real value to the business through their information systems.

Sector experience

• Membership
• Not for profit
• Aged care
• Shared services
• Government
• Mid market distribution
• Mid market project or job based organisations

Professional qualifications and memberships

• Bachelor of Economics (Monash)
• Graduate Diploma in Electronic Computing (Latrobe)
• Diploma of Education
• Member, CPA Australia

Core Expertise

• Information Technology
• Systems selection
• Project management
• IT strategy
• Process improvement
• Performance Management
• Mediation of commercial disputes

T +61 3 8663 6000
E dmccluskey@grantthorntonvic.com.au