Bard Waehle, Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Professional Overview
Bard Waehle is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of GK, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, reporting, and risk management to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the CFO of GK since September 2023, Bard is instrumental in driving the company's financial performance and guiding its strategic decision-making. He leads a team of finance professionals, implementing efficient processes and data-driven analysis to support the organization's growth objectives. Under his leadership, GK has improved its financial reporting, strengthened its balance sheet, and enhanced its ability to capitalize on market opportunities.
Career Progression
Prior to joining GK, Bard held senior finance roles at leading companies in the oil and gas sector. As the Senior Vice President at Aker Solutions from 2020 to 2023, he was responsible for overseeing the company's project controls, estimating, and financial reporting functions. Earlier in his career, he served as the SVP Head of Project Controls and Estimating at Kvaerner, where he played a key role in streamlining project management and improving financial controls.
Bard's extensive experience also includes stints as the CFO of Kvaerner Topsides / Kværner Stord AS and the CFO of Læringsverkstedet, a leading provider of early childhood education services in Norway. Additionally, he served as the Senior Vice President - Chief Accountant at STX EUROPE, where he contributed to the company's financial reporting and control processes.
Academic Background
Bard holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH), where he specialized in finance and accounting. His academic achievements and strong analytical skills have been instrumental in his success as a finance leader.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial strategy and planning
- Project controls and financial reporting
- Risk management and financial controls
- Mergers, acquisitions, and integration
- Process optimization and technology implementation
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Bard has demonstrated a track record of driving operational and financial improvements. At Aker Solutions, he played a crucial role in optimizing the company's project controls and estimating processes, leading to enhanced project delivery and profitability. At Kvaerner, he was instrumental in streamlining the company's financial reporting and control systems, contributing to its operational efficiency.
Conclusion
Bard Waehle is a seasoned finance executive with a proven ability to navigate the complexities of the oil and gas industry. As the CFO of GK, he is poised to leverage his extensive experience and strategic mindset to drive the company's financial success and support its growth ambitions in the years to come.
