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About


Upstream Advisory partners with finance functions to solve complex challenges with clarity and confidence. 


Founded by David Salmon, Upstream offers strategic leadership, pragmatic thinking, and hands-on support tailored to the needs of modern finance teams. 


Whether you need interim leadership, process improvement, or finance reporting expertise, we help you move upstream — towards better decisions and stronger outcomes.


21+ years of experience including almost 10 years as a Partner in a Big 4 firm

Demonstrated leadership capability in delivering tangible business outcomes

Executive level communication and stakeholder management skills

Deep understanding of financial reporting, assurance and government frameworks

A pragmatic work style that is outcomes orientated

Services


Upstream Advisory provides tailored finance consulting services that strengthen the strategic, operational, and governance capabilities of organisations.


With deep expertise and a practical, business-focused approach, we help organizations navigate complexity, improve performance, and enhance financial leadership.


Strategic


Financial Analysis and Strategy

Quality Assurance / Reviews

Project / Program Assurance

Audit quality support

Controls and process assessment

Data Analytics

Operational


Financial Accounting / Technical support

Management Accounting & Reporting

Compliance support

Audit execution support

Controls and process remediation

Financial due diligence support

Governance


Audit & Risk Committee membership

Board membership