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Olga Lahti
Service Development Coordinator / Product (Solution) Owner
Experience
Jan 2022 - Dec 2025
4 yearsHelsinki, Finland
Service Development Coordinator / Product (Solution) Owner
Wärtsilä Corporation
- Led planning, development, and support for digital solutions within the Software Center of Excellence, reducing operational costs by 15% and improving efficiency by 30%.
- Acted as Business Solution Owner, driving cost control and optimization initiatives.
- Managed multiple Agile projects, ensuring smooth development and procurement processes.
- Implemented FinOps strategies, improving cloud cost efficiency and financial governance.
- Developed cost-optimization initiatives for cloud-based services, ensuring compliance with financial best practices.
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022
3 yearsHelsinki, Finland
Closing and Reporting / Implementation Specialist
Uponor Oy
- Led transition and automation projects, ensuring seamless implementation and adoption.
- Collected business requirements, conducted software testing, and organized user training sessions.
- Optimized financial closing and reporting processes, reducing manual work by 40%.
Jan 2019 - Dec 2023
5 yearsHelsinki, Finland
Business Consultant
Marinetek Oy
- Provided consulting in financial controlling and project development for Baltic business areas.
- Developed cost-efficient financial models, resulting in improved budget allocations.
Jan 2018 - Dec 2019
2 yearsProject Management Officer
T-Systems CIS (Deutsche Telekom Group)
- Administered large international ICT projects, managing budgeting and risk control.
- Supported teams with resource planning, procurement, and event management.
Jan 2016 - Dec 2018
3 yearsSenior Financial Specialist
Marubeni Corporation
- Handled financial reporting, corporate tax management, and IFRS compliance.
- Led financial forecasting initiatives, improving budget accuracy by 15%.
Jan 2009 - Dec 2016
8 yearsIFRS Financial Specialist
Imtech Corporation
- Managed accounting, budgeting, and implementation of new accounting software solutions.
- Ensured compliance with IFRS standards and internal financial policies.
- Prepared monthly and quarterly financial reports.
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Construction (11 years), Professional Services (8 years), Manufacturing (5 years), Energy (4 years), Banking and Finance (3 years), and Information Technology (2 years).
Construction
Professional Services
Manufacturing
Energy
Banking and Finance
Information Technology
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Finance (15 years), Accounting (10 years), Project Management (8 years), Information Technology (6 years), Product Development (4 years), and Operations (2 years).
Finance
Accounting
Project Management
Information Technology
Product Development
Operations
Summary
Expert in Agile & Digital Solutions | SAP | Power BI | FinOps
Project Manager with 10+ years of experience in IT, Finance, and Digital Transformation.
Specializing in cost optimization, business analysis, and automation. Proven track record of leading international projects in Wärtsilä, Uponor, and Deutsche Telekom. Adept at implementing Agile methodologies and driving operational efficiency.
Skills
- Project Management & Agile: Scrum, Safe, Jira, Confluence, Itil
- Business Intelligence & Finance: Power Bi, Sap, Oracle, Ifrs Accounting
- Automation & Digital: Uipath Rpa, Sql, Flexera, Devops
Languages
Russian
NativeGerman
AdvancedEnglish
AdvancedSpanish
ElementaryFinnish
ElementaryEducation
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University
Diploma in Economics, Management of Organizations · Economics · Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation · 4.8/5
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
MBA in Digital Business Opportunities, ICT Project Management · Digital Business Opportunities · Helsinki, Finland
Certifications & licenses
Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Lean Project Management
Business Analytics & FinOps
Digital Marketing Certification
IFRS Accounting
UCPA College
ITIL Service Management
RPA Business Analyst
UiPath Academy
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Where is Olga based?
Olga is based in Helsinki, Finland.
What languages does Olga speak?
Olga speaks the following languages: Russian (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), Finnish (Elementary).
How many years of experience does Olga have?
Olga has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Olga has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months. Note that Olga may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Olga be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Olga would be well-suited for roles such as: Service Development Coordinator / Product (Solution) Owner, Closing and Reporting / Implementation Specialist, Business Consultant.
What is Olga's latest experience?
Olga's most recent position is Service Development Coordinator / Product (Solution) Owner at Wärtsilä Corporation.
What companies has Olga worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Olga has worked for Wärtsilä Corporation, Uponor Oy, and Marinetek Oy.
Which industries is Olga most experienced in?
Olga is most experienced in industries like Construction, Professional Services, and Manufacturing. Olga also has some experience in Energy, Banking and Finance, and Information Technology (IT).
Which business areas is Olga most experienced in?
Olga is most experienced in business areas like Finance, Accounting, and Project Management. Olga also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Operations.
Which industries has Olga worked in recently?
Olga has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Energy, and Construction.
Which business areas has Olga worked in recently?
Olga has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology (IT), and Finance.
What is Olga's education?
Olga holds a Master in Economics from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and a Master in Digital Business Opportunities from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences.
Does Olga have any certificates?
Olga has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Lean Project Management, Business Analytics & FinOps, and Digital Marketing Certification.
What is the availability of Olga?
Olga is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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