Ilkka Niemi

Ilkka Niemi has a diverse and extensive work experience in auditing and risk management. Ilkka is currently working as the Senior Vice President and Chief Audit and Risk Officer at Kesko - K-Group, where they oversee internal audit, risk management, and security functions for the group. Prior to this role, they served as the Vice President and Head of Group Internal Audit at Metso, where they conducted global risk-based audits across 50+ countries. Before that, they were the Chief Auditor and Head of Group Internal Audit at Kemira, where they managed annual risk-based audit planning and conducted investigations. Ilkka also has experience in external auditing and treasury assurance services, having worked as a Senior Manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Additionally, they have held positions in internal auditing and financial institution audits at Stora Enso and EY, respectively. Through their various roles, Niemi has gained expertise in audit planning, risk management, internal controls, and financial instruments.

Ilkka Niemi participated in the Stora Enso Manager Program in 2007. Ilkka holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Accounting and Finance from the Turku School of Economics at the University of Turku and completed Bachelor of Science (BSc) studies in Corporate Finance and Management Accounting at Newcastle University. In 2007, they obtained the certification of Authorized Public Accountant (KHT) from the Finland Chamber of Commerce.