Lars Melin

Background

About Lars Melin

Commercial CFO. Improved profitability in different industries at 4 growth-oriented companies. Led change projects and worked in international contexts for many years—expertise in system architecture and integration. My first job at the 7th largest global company (at that time) defined how my career has developed. Within weeks of starting, I was asked to take over and lead a team of senior specialists. I built a high-performing team and streamlined operations by initiating and directing new operational and BI tools, developing ERP and CRM systems, creating new processes, structures, and routines with high IT maturity. Today, I have led 15—20 employees, acted as a sounding board to CEOs and CFOs. I have management board experience and thrive in international contexts/teams. Besides the more traditional CFO tasks, including accounting, credit, risk, and governance matters, my background also spans (select): Creating a new company-wide IT organisation with 8 direct reports and appointing IT focal points in each subsidiary. Setting up entities in 6 countries on 3 continents. Business management. Leading strategic and financial planning efforts while collaborating with management and the board to formulate and implement business goals. —Providing financial insights and recommendations to influence decision-making and drive business performance. —Collaborating proactively with departments outside finance, both tactically and strategically. Working with people from many different cultures. CAREER SNAPSHOT Senior Finance Manager at a listed global tech company. CFO at a leading Nordic railway contractor. CFO and Acting CEO at an independent bank. Finance Controller at listed (Stockholm) market-leading European credit management services company with employees across 20 countries, supporting companies Finance Manager at the 7th largest global company. TOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS Lead, coach, and develop employees to create an attractive work environment while ensuring that business control has the right KPIs. Acts as a partner and sounding board for management, including the CEO and Group CFO, and contributes to strategic development, analysis, and risk assessment. Quickly creates trust Negotiate contracts. Gets everyone onboard and maintains a holistic view.