Who is in the CIPFA Student Network

The CSN committee is made up of students and newly qualified members from across the UK and Europe.

Meet the CSN committee

Photo of Morgan McIntosh

Morgan McIntosh – President

Job title: Finance Manager Children's & Family Services

Organisation: London Borough of Barnet

Region: South East

I joined CIPFA in 2020. A senior manager asked me to attend the CIPFA Student Network and I felt obliged to attend. It was OK but I felt we could achieve more, reach more students and have more events.

This led to me becoming the President of CIPFA SE where I delivered Excel and PowerBI courses, a boat trip, pub quiz and a trip to Africa. I'm hoping to help increase the offering to the National Student Network.


Photo of Susanna FarrellSusanna Farrell - Vice President

Job title: Finance Management Trainee 

Organisation: Hertfordshire County Council

Region: South East

"I am currently in my second year of CIPFA studying DSDA and BPFM. I have recently started with CSN as the Regional Officer, which means I will be the main point of contact for regional student networks. If I’m not studying or at work, you’ll probably find me singing with one of my three choirs!"


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Modestus Okafor - Junior Vice President

Job title: Principal Accountancy Assistant 

Organisation: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Region: Midlands

"I am on the CIPFA Apprenticeship Level 7 pathway and have completed the AAT qualification. I have 2 degrees B.Sc in Architecture and M.Sc in Management Information Systems. I am the oldest of 9 and a father of 2 (a boy and a girl). My youngest (daughter) has achondroplasia which is the most common form of dwarfism."


Photo of Amy BowdenAmy Bowden- Communications and Outreach Officer

Job title: Trainee Accountant. I've worked in Adult Social Care Finance and Strategic Finance. 

Organisation: London Borough of Lambeth

Region: South East

"I'm studying towards BPFM and DSDA at the moment, so I'm around a third of the way through the PAQ. I decided to volunteer for the CSN after having really enjoyed some of the CIPFA regional events and wanting to connect even more students with one another. When I’m not studying for exams or at work, you’ll most likely find me training for a half marathon." 

Amy's LinkedIn page


Photo of Ben HarrisonBen Harrison - EDI Officer

Job title: Trainee Accountant 

Organisation: Lewisham Council

Region: South East

"I volunteer my time to ensure every student feels heard and represented. My role enables me to foster a diverse and inclusive student network. Beyond this, I love the world of music and enjoy experiencing new sounds and genres."


Photo of Harriot WinfieldHarriot Winfield - Past President

Job title: GMTS Finance Trainee

Organisation: Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Region: North East

I'm currently studying towards sitting the Case Study and Strategic Public Finance in December. I decided to volunteer for the CSN because I'm passionate about connecting CIPFA students across the world and ensuring this is used to improve student outcomes. Fun fact: I've climbed Kilimanjaro!"

Harriot's LinkedIn page


Vacant positions

  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Event Officer

Further information

Should you wish to volunteer for a role within the CIPFA Student Network please complete and return the below Expression of Interest Form to CSN@cipfa.org

CIPFA Student Network Expression of Interest Form

CIPFA Student Network Executive Roles & Responsibilities