Finbarr Thomas O'Connell (born 21 May 1960 in Manorhamilton, Ireland) is an Irish accountant and insolvency practitioner.
[3] During his time with Smith & Williamson, O'Connell led the team that took on the administration of Caterham Sports Limited.
[4] Whilst the team were unable to race at the United States and Brazilian Grand Prix, he set out to simultaneously raise funds to allow the team to race whilst attempting to secure a buyer.
[5][6] The funding was required if the team was to compete at the final race of the season, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
It was successful in achieving this, with O'Connell attending the Grand Prix in official capacity as Team Principal.