Director, Finance

Louise Jacobs is the Finance Director at Axelera AI, with over 15 years of experience in financial management, reporting, and operations. A Chartered Accountant (ACA), she brings deep expertise in international accounting standards, robust internal controls, and the end-to-end finance function.

At Axelera AI, Louise leads the company’s financial reporting and operations, ensuring timely, accurate insights for decision-making while maintaining full compliance with regulatory requirements. She also manages investor relations and plays a key role in scaling the company’s finance infrastructure. 

Louise holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of South Africa, a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning from the University of the Free State, a Higher Diploma in Taxation from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law and is an ICAEW Chartered Accountant.