Martti Lahtinen
About Martti Lahtinen
Martti Lahtinen serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Aico - Intelligent Financial Close Automation, bringing extensive experience in financial planning and analysis within the FMCG sector. He has held various leadership roles in finance, including positions at Ajas Oy, Sofi Filtration, and Visma Labs, and has a strong background in managing financial operations and implementing change management strategies.
Current Role at Aico - Intelligent Financial Close Automation
Martti Lahtinen serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Aico - Intelligent Financial Close Automation since December 2022. In this role, he specializes in managing various financial operations, including accounting, payments, sales invoicing, reporting, and travel expense claims. He oversees day-to-day finance activities such as processing sales and purchase invoices, managing payments, and handling month-end tasks. Lahtinen focuses on financial reporting and forecasting to support Aico's strategic growth objectives.
Previous Experience at Ajas Oy
Before joining Aico, Martti Lahtinen worked at Ajas Oy as the Chief Executive Officer for seven months in 2020. He has also been a Member of the Board of Directors and Co-Founder at Ajas Oy since 2015. His leadership roles at Ajas Oy contributed to the company's strategic direction and operational efficiency.
Experience in Financial Management
Lahtinen has significant experience in financial planning and analysis, particularly within the FMCG sector. He has held various financial management positions, including Finance Manager at Sofi Filtration from 2021 to 2022 and Finance Director at Visma Labs from 2017 to 2019. His expertise includes managing financial operations for subscription-based business models and involvement in M&A and investment analysis.
Educational Background in Economics
Martti Lahtinen studied at Aalto University, where he earned a Master of Science in Economics with a focus on Accounting from 2005 to 2011. He also studied at Helsingin kauppakorkeakoulu, achieving a Bachelor of Science in Economics (Accounting) from 2005 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in finance.
Expertise in Change Management and Technology
Lahtinen is known for implementing change management strategies aimed at improving organizational efficiency. He played a key role in cloud transfer projects that enhanced financial processes through technology. His keen eye for detail and extensive expertise in finance contribute to his effectiveness in driving financial performance.