Ahmet Utku Uyan
Financial Affairs Manager (Acting Finance Director)
Istanbul,34
Summary
With over 10 years+ of finance & leadership experience in the various sectors, I have honed my skills and expertise. Currently serving as a Financial Affairs Manager (Acting Finance Director) since March 2023, I have gained valuable experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning. My strong attention to detail and ability to navigate complex financial systems have allowed me to effectively manage financial operations and drive organizational success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Affairs Manager
Figopara
3 2023 - Current
- Preparation of financial report sets for relevant investtor and fund managers, including IFC (International Finance Corporation-World Bank)
- Liquid assets were managed to provide optimal protection against exchange rate volatility and high inflation risks.
- Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
- Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key vendors, without compromising service quality.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Conducting analytical analyses on NPL (Non-Performing Loan) data.
- Liquid assets were managed to provide optimal protection against exchange rate volatility and high inflation risks.
- Product-based profitability analyses were conducted.
- Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), Lifetime Value (LTV), and churn calculations were performed.
Financial Affairs Manager
Medar Hastaneleri
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Managed of all accounting and tax processes for 5 Hospitals; Istanbul, Gebze, Sakarya, Gölcük, Izmit
- Oversaw independent audit processes.
- Executed of daily operations with banks.
- Negotiated with financial institutions in the company's financing processes.
- Hedging strategies were implemented to minimize exchange rate risk in order to ensure the smooth supply of inputs with significant foreign currency costs.
- The budget and reporting process was managed.
- Feasibility studies for new investments were supported by cash flow forecasts, and executive leadership was informed about potential periods of financing needs in the future.
- The company's acquisition processes, including Due Diligence and share transfer agreements, were managed end-to-end.
- Investment incentive certificates were secured from the Ministry of Industry for new projects, and closure procedures were duly completed for those that were finalized.
- During the relevant period, discussions were held with intermediaries regarding the IPO; however, the plan was not implemented as the board of directors decided to abandon the public offering.
Accounting and Finance Manager
Medar Hastaneleri
12.2018 - 11.2019
Financial Accountant
Medar Hastaneleri
11.2013 - 11.2018
Education
Bachelor's degree - Faculty of Economics
Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi
01.2008 - 04.2013
High School Diploma -
Mersin 75. Yil Fen Lisesi
04.2004 - 04.2008
Skills
Business Strategy
Mergers & Acquisitions
Financial Reporting
FP&A
Valuation
Due Diligence
Business Planning
Financial Structuring
Capital Markets
Private Equity
Tax Management
Investments & Treasury
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Certification
SMMM
Hobbies
- Sailing
- Basketball
- Running
Timeline
Financial Affairs Manager
Medar Hastaneleri
11.2019 - 03.2023
Accounting and Finance Manager
Medar Hastaneleri
12.2018 - 11.2019
Financial Accountant
Medar Hastaneleri
11.2013 - 11.2018
Bachelor's degree - Faculty of Economics
Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi
01.2008 - 04.2013
High School Diploma -
Mersin 75. Yil Fen Lisesi
04.2004 - 04.2008
Financial Affairs Manager
Figopara
3 2023 - Current