Robert Blichfeldt
About Robert Blichfeldt
Robert Blichfeldt serves as the VP Financial Planning & Analysis Manager at Cognite AS, where he leads financial budgeting and forecasting. He has extensive experience in financial leadership roles across various companies, including Arribatec and EVRY, and holds a degree from BI Norwegian Business School.
Current Role at Cognite
Robert Blichfeldt serves as the VP Financial Planning & Analysis Manager at Cognite AS. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's financial strategy and operations in the Oslo Area, Norway. In this role, he provides in-depth analysis of key business drivers to measure progress towards functional and regional growth goals. He leads the financial budget, forecast, and monthly report processes, collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience in Financial Leadership
Before joining Cognite, Robert Blichfeldt held several significant financial leadership roles. He was the Chief Financial Officer at Arribatec from 2019 to 2020, where he operated in the Oslo Area, Norway. Prior to that, he served as CFO at EVRY India for one year in Bengaluru, India, from 2016 to 2017. His extensive experience also includes a tenure as VP Finance Global Delivery at EVRY from 2007 to 2018, where he worked for 11 years in Fornebu, Norway, and as Finance Manager at Creuna from 2018 to 2019.
Educational Background
Robert Blichfeldt studied at BI Norwegian Business School, where he achieved a degree in Siviløkonom from 1998 to 2002. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in finance and business management, which he has applied throughout his career in various financial leadership roles.
Financial Process Development and IPO Preparation
At Cognite, Robert Blichfeldt played a key role in establishing core financial processes aimed at preparing the company for an initial public offering (IPO). His contributions have been instrumental in shaping the financial framework necessary for the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Expertise in Financial Analysis and Tools
Robert Blichfeldt possesses advanced knowledge of MS Excel, which he utilizes for economic modeling in his role at Cognite. His strong international experience and exposure enhance his ability to manage global financial operations effectively, allowing him to provide valuable insights and analysis that support the company's strategic goals.