Håkan Lokind

Initially engaged as Senior Finance Consultant to assess and strengthen the finance function, later transitioning to Interim Finance Manager. Focused on documentation, process improvements, dashboards, KPIs, and implementation of Oracle Cloud and EPM.

Developed and coached the global Business Control team, led monthly and quarterly FP&A work including forecasts, and aligned financial priorities.

Led financial design of a new global engineering organization, implemented global standard hourly rate for engineering costing, and managed reporting and variance analysis across 8 countries.

Digitalized board material, took minutes, prepared decision documentation, and managed internal control and annual membership meetings.

Prepared the company for IPO, developed M&A strategy, improved financial reporting, and strengthened cashflow forecasting and funding processes.

Designed and implemented new cost center and account structure, and improved forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting processes.

Validated migration to new project forecast system and ensured data accuracy and system quality during transition.

Analyzed, commented, and reported monthly financials, presented to management, and drove forecast and budget processes for Commercial, Sales, and Marketing.

Re-negotiated fruit and vegetables contract for over 700 stores, performed big data analysis on product sales, and developed reports and follow-up processes.

Set up management and cashflow reporting, secured bridge loan facilities, and handled new share issue and board matters.

Coached Head of Business Control, created training program for young controllers, advised CFO on KPI development, and implemented impairment test model for goodwill.

Created board and management reporting package, developed advanced Excel-based quotation tool, and led forecasting and IFRS compliance during international expansion.

Built advanced financial simulation model for public tenders, acted as financial lead in procurement dialogues, and improved win-rate through accurate pricing and risk modeling.

Contributed to 3-year strategic plan, streamlined internal reporting, and delivered monthly business insights and KPIs for top management.

Provided senior advisory and interim CFO services for a software startup, leveraging experience from a former Nokia business.

Coordinated cross-site financial reporting and planning, and developed unified financial tools and processes across units.

Led planning and reporting aligned with business objectives, and led financial integration of Ericsson acquisition (SMW) in Gothenburg.

Restructured finance organization during international assignment, established strong financial governance, and implemented Saab global processes locally.

Provided financial guidance for the EW product area, supported strategic planning and investment decisions, and handled project accounting and reporting (PoC).

Led finance, IT, and delivery functions across multiple geographies, improved forecast accuracy, and drove transformation of the finance organization.

Led IPO preparation and IR for a listed company, established reporting aligned with market regulations, and managed company-wide budget and funding strategy.

Served as Finance Director for NETnet AB Sweden and WorldAccess Inc., overseeing financial operations.

Served as Business Area Controller, managing financial planning and analysis for the business area.

Worked as Financial Accountant, handling accounting tasks.

Bachelor's degree in economics (Civilekonomexamen) from Stockholm University.

Higher Advanced Course in Business Finance, including a Diploma in Business Accounting and Certified accountant.

Advanced Level Accounting School.

Communication & Media School.

American High School education in Fallbrook, California.