Todor Atev
@todoratev
Senior finance executive driving SaaS growth, operational transformation and scalable finance functions.
NetherlandsWhat I'm looking for
I am a senior finance executive with deep experience leading finance, FP&A, operations and transformation for high-growth SaaS and technology businesses across Europe and globally.
I have led teams of 30–35+ FTEs and run finance for multi‑country organizations, acting as a strategic partner to CEOs, boards and investors while delivering double-digit revenue and EBITDA growth.
My work includes designing rolling 5‑year financial roadmaps, building ARR cubes and SaaS KPIs, implementing NetSuite, Salesforce and BI stacks, and driving process automation to shorten close cycles and improve forecasting accuracy.
I have a proven track record in fundraising, refinancing, M&A readiness, building offshore centers, optimizing GTM finance, and creating centralized deal desks and credit & collection functions to materially improve cash conversion and margins.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Vice President Finance
Thinkproject
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Led a 35‑FTE finance and operations organisation, drove double‑digit revenue and EBITDA growth, shortened month‑end close by 50% and improved forecasting accuracy to >99% while implementing NetSuite, Salesforce and BI capabilities for a €100m+ ARR SaaS business.
UILed EMEA finance function driving >30% annual revenue and EBITDA growth, implemented cross‑functional performance management, cut deal cycle time by 50% and implemented NetSuite, Tableau and RPA in Finance.
HTSenior Director, Customer Finance
Here Technologies
Jan 2017 - Jan 2021 (4 years)
Owned global customer finance for a €1B+ business, designed bookings‑based SaaS financial backbone, led a cross‑functional build of an in‑house bookings system capturing a €5B+ pipeline and delivered >25% savings on investment allocation.
AESenior Finance Manager
American Express
Jan 2011 - Jan 2016 (5 years)
Partnered with Western Europe leadership on a €2B+ business, implemented standardized budgeting and Risk & Opportunity processes, and led initiatives generating €100m+ incremental revenue and €30m+ reallocated P&L resources.
PRLed >25 M&A and performance improvement projects delivering €80m+ savings for international clients, managed cross‑functional teams up to 14 and advised C‑level on transactions and integrations.
KPLed buy‑ and sell‑side due diligence and transformation projects across Europe, delivering >€20m enhancements and managing teams up to 7 advisors on multi‑assignment engagements.
KPServed as auditor in charge for multiple clients, leading teams to execute IFRS/US GAAP audits, strengthen controls and deliver timely financial reporting across industries.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AAAssociation of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Chartered ACCA, Professional Accounting
2010 -
Chartered ACCA membership obtained, professional accounting qualification and ongoing membership since 2010.
ININSEAD
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2010 - 2011
Activities and societies: INSEAD Industry Club – Vice President and co-founder
Completed a Master of Business Administration at INSEAD and served as Vice President and co-founder of the INSEAD Industry Club.
University of National and World Economy
Master of Science, Accounting & Control
1998 - 2006
Activities and societies: AIESEC – Finance Coordinator
Completed MSc in Accounting & Control at the University of National and World Economy; involved with AIESEC as Finance Coordinator.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
NetherlandsAuthorized to work in
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