Heidi Äijö

Heidi Äijö is an accomplished financial executive currently serving as CFO at CoE Group since May 2025. Prior to this role, Äijö was the Talous- ja hallintojohtaja and Vice Chief Executive Officer at LähiTapiola Pohjanmaa from September 2019 to May 2025. Äijö has extensive experience in financial management, having worked as Group Controller at Viria Oyj and previously as Group Controller and IATOD Financial Manager for Viria Ltd. The professional journey also includes a significant role at Anvia, where Äijö managed financial reporting for a major telecommunications group. Early career highlights include positions as Senior Accountant at KPMG Finland and Financial Manager at Seinäjoen Pankkiiriliike Oy. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of Vaasa, as well as executive education in insurance and a controller performance programme.