Ulrika Beckstrand
About Ulrika Beckstrand
Ulrika Beckstrand serves as the Head of Global Accounting at Sinch, a position she has held since 2022. She has extensive experience in financial management, having previously worked at SAS, FOREX Bank, and Deloitte.
Work at Sinch
Ulrika Beckstrand has been serving as the Head of Global Accounting at Sinch since 2022. In this role, she oversees the accounting functions on a global scale, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards. Her responsibilities include managing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, as well as leading a team of accounting professionals. This position allows her to leverage her extensive experience in financial management and accounting to drive efficiency and accuracy within the organization.
Previous Experience at SAS
Before joining Sinch, Ulrika Beckstrand worked at SAS - Scandinavian Airlines as the Director of Financial Control & Shared Services from 2014 to 2022. During her eight years in this role, she was responsible for overseeing financial operations, implementing financial controls, and managing shared services. Her tenure at SAS contributed to her expertise in financial strategy and operational efficiency within a large organization.
Career at FOREX Bank
Ulrika Beckstrand held multiple positions at FOREX Bank from 2009 to 2014. She began as an Accounting Manager from 2009 to 2012, where she managed accounting processes and financial reporting. Subsequently, she served as a Financial Manager from 2012 to 2014, focusing on financial analysis and management. Her experience at FOREX Bank enhanced her skills in financial oversight and operational management.
Tenure at Deloitte
Prior to her roles at FOREX Bank, Ulrika Beckstrand worked at Deloitte as an Audit Manager from 1997 to 2009. Over the course of twelve years, she led audit teams and managed client relationships, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in auditing and financial reporting, which has been beneficial in her subsequent roles.
Education and Expertise
Ulrika Beckstrand earned a Degree of Master of Science from Linköpings universitet / Linköping University, completing her studies from 1993 to 1997. This educational background has equipped her with a solid understanding of financial principles and practices, contributing to her expertise in accounting and financial management throughout her career.