F. Betul Akdogan
Summary
Disciplined finance professional with a Management degree from Bogazici University and over a year of diverse experience in the finance sector. Currently a Junior Finance Analyst, I specialize in revenue cycle management and cash flow optimization, consistently enhancing financial reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. My prior role as an Audit Assistant at EY provided a strong foundation in financial statement analysis and regulatory compliance, enabling me to conduct comprehensive evaluations of financial processes and identify key sector trends. With additional experience in risk consulting, I possess a well-rounded understanding of business operations. I am enthusiastic about advancing my career in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. I aim to utilize my analytical skills to create innovative pricing strategies and make informed decisions that support the preparation of financial statements while ensuring compliance with accounting regulations. I am also eager to enhance my knowledge of in-house revenue management tools to further optimize our financial practices. My strong attention to detail and effective communication skills facilitate collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Committed to identifying key trends, I strive to drive strategic initiatives that enhance financial performance and support organizational growth. I look forward to contributing to continuous improvement and embracing new tools that elevate our financial operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Finance Analyst
OneWell Health Care
03.2024 - Current
- Revenue Cycle Management: Directed the entire revenue cycle for a regional center, ensuring efficient management of revenue streams from billing to collection. Developed comprehensive expense reports and integrated these insights into the year-to-date P&L report. Optimized cash flow through proactive forecasting and variance analysis, while minimizing discrepancies by implementing standardized reconciliation processes and regular audits for enhanced financial accuracy.
Cash Flow Optimization: Conducted in-depth analyses of monthly and weekly billing data to enhance cash flow management. Developed comprehensive utilization reports that identified additional revenue sources, significantly improving month-over-month revenue growth by 25% and enhancing year-to-date revenue performance. Leveraged these insights to implement targeted strategies that strengthened cash flow stability and accuracy in revenue forecasting. - Claims and Payment Analysis: Conducted thorough reviews of unpaid claims and payment trends, leading to significant increases in collection rates and reductions in days sales outstanding (DSO) through targeted follow-up strategies.
- Data Reconciliation and Auditing: Executed daily reconciliations of billing data to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. Led periodic audits that informed reconciliation discussions with senior finance leadership and identified process enhancements.
- Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepared and presented detailed financial reports, including P&L statements and KPI dashboards, to senior leadership. This critical analysis facilitated informed decision-making and supported strategic planning initiatives, driving organizational growth and financial health.
- Internal Audit Support: Collaborated in internal audits to assess financial processes, identify areas for improvement, and ensure adherence to best practices, contributing to the overall integrity of financial operations.
- Operational Collaboration: Established strong partnerships with operations teams and regional officials. Led weekly finance and utilization meetings, offering senior leadership actionable insights. Identified solutions to improve service hours, contributing to increased revenue. This collaboration facilitated quick resolution of billing discrepancies and implementation of corrective measures, enhancing operational efficiency and financial accuracy.
- Invoice Management: Enhanced the invoicing process by developing a robust tracking system, ensuring timely payment follow-ups and significantly reducing overdue accounts, positively impacting cash flow.
Audit Assistant
Ernst & Young
09.2023 - 02.2024
- In-Depth Client Engagement: Developed a profound understanding of audit clients’ businesses, establishing a solid foundation for effective assurance engagements that address unique client needs.
- Financial Statement Analysis: Analyzed key accounts within client portfolios, skillfully identifying sector-specific intricacies and trends. Engaged clients in discussions about financial statement changes, focusing on root causes and implications for financial health.
- Detailed Account Correlation Analysis: Executed analyses of interrelated financial statement accounts, leveraging analytical skills to identify and interpret correlations that influence business performance. Prepared analytical reviews, providing insights on overall financial situations.
- Internal Process Evaluation: Gained a comprehensive understanding of client department workflows, leading to more effective audit methodologies and enhanced insights.
- Effective Documentation and Compliance: Accurately documented audit procedures aligned with engagement objectives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Identified potential audit issues in financial statements, offering insights that enhanced the assurance team’s decision-making.
- Insightful Audit Reporting: Prepared detailed reports on audit findings, reviewing data related to material assets, net worth, liabilities, income, and expenditures. Delivered actionable recommendations to clients under senior guidance, facilitating improvements and ensuring financial integrity.
- Collaborative Project Support: Supported the planning, execution, and delivery of assurance engagements, contributing to the overall success of audit projects. Collaborated with senior auditors to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes.
Risk Consulting Intern
GENARWISE Consulting
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Risk Assessments: Conducted thorough evaluations of risks related to employee behavior, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and ethical standards.
- Business Process Analysis: Analyzed business processes to identify vulnerabilities and proposed strategies to enhance operational resilience.
- Operational Structure Evaluation: Assessed organizational structures to identify weaknesses, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.
- Financial Indicator Tracking: Tracked key financial indicators, such as sales and profit margins, delivering insights that supported informed decision-making.
- Financial Data Interpretation: Applied basic accounting principles to interpret financial data, contributing to an understanding of client organizations’ financial health.
- Workshop Facilitation: Conducted workshops on Barbara Minto's pyramid principle, enhancing team communication and presentation skills.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborated with finance, HR, and operations teams to gather data for risk assessments and strategic analyses
Corporate Marketing Intern
Turkcell
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Market Monitoring: Stayed updated on corporate marketing activities and monitored trends in the small and medium enterprise (SME) landscape on a global scale.
- Strategic Insight Application: Applied insights from international SME trends to inform strategic decision-making and business development efforts.
- Marketing Updates: Regularly provided marketing updates to ensure that team members were well-informed about the latest industry trends and competitive activities.
- Feasibility Report Development: Developed expertise in preparing comprehensive feasibility reports that include pricing analysis, contributing to informed decision-making in project planning and execution.
- Customer Relations: Played a key role in customer relations, fostering positive interactions and contributing to the growth of client relationships.
E-Commerce Intern
Harem Chocolate
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Specialized in SEO, implementing strategies to enhance online visibility and increase organic traffic. Applied advanced techniques to optimize website content, resulting in improved search engine rankings.
- E-commerce Operations Management: Acquired in-depth knowledge of managing e-commerce operations in the Turkish market, demonstrating an understanding of local market dynamics and consumer behavior. Monitored e-commerce activities between Turkey and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, gaining insights into cross-border trade dynamics.
- Data-Driven Advertising: Developed skills in advertising through Google Ads, creating and optimizing campaigns to effectively reach target audiences. Utilized Google Analytics to gather and analyze data, providing actionable insights to improve online marketing strategies.
- Social Media Strategy: Utilized social media platforms strategically to engage with audiences, enhance brand presence, and drive customer engagement.
- Customer Relations: Played a pivotal role in customer relations, fostering positive interactions and strengthening brand loyalty.
- Digital Tool Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in various digital platforms, including Shopify, Yandex Metrica, Google Keywords, and Google Search Console.
Student Assistant of Accounting Professor
Bogazici University
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Student Support and Educational Facilitation: Provided valuable support to the accounting professor by assisting students in understanding complex accounting concepts through personalized one-on-one sessions and small group tutorials.
- Instructional Support: Assisted the professor in daily instructional activities, contributing to the smooth delivery of course content.
- Methodology Enhancement: Collaborated with the professor to implement improvements in teaching methodologies, ensuring continuous enhancement of the learning experience.
- Student Engagement: Encouraged student engagement by facilitating discussions, answering queries, and providing additional examples to reinforce key accounting principles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Bogazici University
Istanbul, Turkey07.2023
Skills
- Revenue & Profit Growth
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Reporting & Documentation
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving & Teamwork
- Time Management & Attention to Detail
Languages
Turkish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Junior Finance Analyst
OneWell Health Care
03.2024 - Current
Audit Assistant
Ernst & Young
09.2023 - 02.2024
Risk Consulting Intern
GENARWISE Consulting
09.2022 - 11.2022
Corporate Marketing Intern
Turkcell
12.2021 - 02.2022
E-Commerce Intern
Harem Chocolate
09.2021 - 11.2021
Student Assistant of Accounting Professor
Bogazici University
03.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Management
Bogazici University
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