Senior Finance Professional and Financial Controller
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Senior Finance Professional and Financial Controller with more than 16 years of international experience gained within leading multinational organizations including Fiskars Group, CompuGroup Medical, Bruker, Cummins, TE Connectivity, Atlas Copco, and Philips. Extensive expertise in financial controlling, financial planning & analysis, accounting, forecasting, statutory reporting, compliance, and business partnering across Nordic and international markets. Demonstrated success in managing finance operations for multiple legal entities within complex global corporate structures, with strong expertise in IFRS, US GAAP, Local GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, and multinational reporting environments.
Recognized for delivering high-quality financial analysis, strengthening governance frameworks, and supporting executive management with strategic financial insights and data-driven decision-making. Highly experienced in SAP environments as SAP FI Super User, leading and supporting ERP transformation initiatives, system harmonization, UAT testing, migration projects, financial integration activities, and process optimization across multinational organizations. Strong background in mergers, acquisitions, legal entity restructuring, and cross-border finance operations with a focus on compliance, transparency, and operational excellence.
Trusted business partner with strong analytical capabilities and a collaborative leadership style, experienced in working closely with executive management, auditors, tax authorities, shared service centers, operational teams, and international stakeholders. Skilled at translating complex financial data into actionable recommendations that support profitability, efficiency, and long-term business growth. MBA graduate from Lund University with specialization in Accounting and Finance.
Financial Controller at Fiskars Group (2022-11 – Present)
Serve as Financial Controller for multiple legal entities across Sweden and Norway within a multinational corporate environment. Responsible for overseeing financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, compliance, and performance analysis while supporting senior management with strategic financial insights and decision-making support.
Key responsibilities include managing rolling forecasts and cash flow planning across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow structures, ensuring high levels of accuracy, transparency, and compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, and local statutory requirements. Act as a trusted finance business partner to operational stakeholders, providing analytical support, ad hoc financial evaluations, and performance monitoring to enhance business results. Collaborate extensively with Shared Services, auditors, tax authorities, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless financial operations and reporting quality. Lead process improvement initiatives related to ledger management, reconciliations, provisions, reserves, and governance frameworks to strengthen financial controls and operational efficiency.
Interim Manager – Accounting / Senior Financial Analyst at CompuGroup Medical SE & Co. KGaA (2020-10 – 2022-06)
Managed accounting and financial reporting operations within a Nordic Shared Service Center environment supporting both Swedish operation. Held responsibility for month-end closing, financial statement preparation, intercompany reconciliations, and financial analysis under IFRS and Local GAAP frameworks. Supported senior management with analytical reporting, performance evaluations, and ad hoc financial assessments while contributing to the development of accounting policies, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.
Worked closely with international stakeholders across Sweden and Germany to ensure consistent reporting standards, financial transparency, and operational alignment within a fast-paced multinational environment.
Finance Manager / Senior Accountant at Wallenius (2020-03 – 2020-07)
Managed accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting activities within an international business environment, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements. Responsible for month-end and year-end close activities, VAT reporting, financial analysis, and audit preparation. Worked closely with management and operational teams to maintain efficient finance processes and reporting accuracy.
Employment concluded due to COVID-19 workforce reduction.
Senior Accountant/Finance Analyst at Tech Data (2019-02 – 2019-08)
Managed audits, month end close, project finance, internal controls. Ensured compliance with delegation of Authority policies while driving process improvements and operational efficiency.
Nordic Financial Controller at Insight Technology AB (2018-07 – 2018-12)
Responsible for financial controlling and statutory reporting activities across Nordic entities within a multinational organization. Managed forecasting activities, budgeting support, and compliance reporting while collaborating closely with auditors and tax authorities. Provided financial insights and performance analysis to management while contributing to enhanced reporting quality and operational transparency. Role was later centralized to Spain as part of organizational restructuring.
Financial Controller & SAP FI Super User – EMEA at Bruker (2016-08 – 2018-06)
Held dual responsibility for financial controlling activities and SAP FI Super User functions across EMEA operations. Managed budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and revenue recognition activities while supporting management with financial analysis and operational insights. Led SAP-related testing, harmonization, migration, and process optimization projects aimed at improving reporting quality, operational efficiency, and system integration across business units.
Position was eliminated as part of a finance transformation initiative and transition of activities to a Shared Service Centre in Poland.
Finance Manager at Cummins AB (2014-12 – 2016-03)
Senior Financial Accountant at TE Connectivity (2010-10 – 2014-11)
Managed general ledger accounting, VAT compliance, tax accounting, and US GAAP reporting across Nordic operations within a global corporate structure. Conducted FAS 109 studies and participated in finance transformation and process improvement initiatives while collaborating closely with Finance Managers and international stakeholders.
Accounting Coordinator at Beckman Coulter (2009-01 – 2010-06)
Temporary replacement during Maternity Leave. Managed accounts payable activities, VAT reconciliations, journal postings, and monthly closing processes while supporting the finance department with accurate accounting operations and reporting activities.
Accountant at OKQ8 Finance (2008-06 – 2009-01)
Consultant Assignment. Performed balance sheet reconciliations, accounts receivable activities, and financial analysis while supporting finance operations and ensuring reporting accuracy.
Accountant at Sirius International Insurance Corporation (2007-06 – 2008-05)
Consultant Assignment. Supported tax and VAT reporting under US GAAP, processed journal entries, and participated in month-end close activities while ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards and internal procedures.
Master of Science (MSc) in Business and Economics – Lund University – School of Economics and Management
