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Asli Bozkurt

London

Summary

Finance professional with experience in Accounts Receivable, financial operations, and management reporting within fast-paced environments. Skilled in reconciliations, credit control, cash flow forecasting, variance analysis, VAT returns, and preparation of Balance Sheet and P&L reports. Currently progressing towards the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants qualification (CIMA) with 11 exemptions, supported by a Master’s degree in Finance and Accounting from University of Westminster. Seeking to further develop within management accounting and financial control. Proficient user of SAP, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics and Excel.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Financial Controller

Robin Food Distribution Ltd
London
12.2025 - Current
  • Process and post expense invoices, credit notes, cash receipts, and payments while ensuring timely and accurate ledger maintenance
  • Manage credit control activities, monitor overdue accounts, and produce aged debtor reports to support effective cash flow management
  • Handle multi-currency (FX) transactions and perform reconciliations to maintain accuracy across financial ledgers
  • Perform bank reconciliations and maintain integrity of the general ledger for month-end reporting
  • Prepare management reports including financial performance analysis, KPIs, balance sheet and P&L reviews
  • Support cash flow forecasting, variance analysis, VAT returns, and supplier/customer ageing reporting to aid strategic decision-making

Accounts Receivable Coordinator

The Football Association
London, UK
11.2024 - 11.2025
  • Posting customer receipts, and following up on overdue accounts.
  • Assisting in the monthly accounts receivable close, including reconciliations, and journal entries.
  • Performing credit limit checks for B2B, and B2C clients.
  • Supporting the AR team in preparing weekly and monthly reports, including aged debt reports, to monitor overdue balances.
  • Preparing and issuing invoices, credit notes, and debit notes accurately and efficiently.
  • Investigating and resolving underpayments, overpayments, and account queries, contributing to timely reconciliations and smooth AR operations.
  • Managing BACS and credit card payment processing, monitoring outstanding items, and coordinating the refund process, contributing to accurate AR records and improved cash flow.

SSC Accounts Receivable and Credit Control Lead

Valeo
04.2020 - 07.2023
  • Prepared and reviewed monthly Sales Cut-Off reports in compliance with IFRS 15, ensuring accurate
    revenue recognition and supporting Valeo Turkey's revenue operations.
    Executed invoicing processes efficiently, including customer refunds, resolving payment discrepancies, and
    contributing to timely revenue collection.
    Conducted credit checks and established customer credit limits based on assessments, mitigating financial
    risk, and protecting revenue.
    Generated comprehensive AR reports, including aged debt, KPI tracking, and management decisions in
    multiple currencies, supporting revenue forecasting.
    Collaborated with the Treasury team to develop cash flow forecasts, optimising overall liquidity management,
    and supporting revenue realisation.
    Managed customer master data processes, ensuring compliance, controlling payment terms, and facilitating
    accurate revenue reporting.
    Coached the AR team through monthly meetings, monitoring KPIs to enhance overall performance, and
    strengthen revenue collection.
    Reduced overdue accounts from 3% to 2.5% of total AR, significantly improving DSO and accelerating
    revenue collection through proactive invoice monitoring and coordination with Finance teams.

Accounts Receivable and Credit Control Analyst

Valeo
09.2018 - 04.2020

Attended weekly overdue calls and prepared overdue account reports for Turkey and Dubai, reducing

outstanding receivables and improving DSO.

Assisted with sales cut-off analysis in line with IFRS 15, and conducted bad debt assessments to strengthen

revenue recognition.

Managed debit and credit note reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

Processed incoming payments and streamlined clearance procedures, accelerating revenue realisation.

Liaised with customers to track expected payments, improving collection efficiency, and reducing overdue

accounts.

Executed direct and manual invoicing processes, ensuring timely and accurate billing.

Monitored customer credit limits and managed the Direct Debit System for SMEs, mitigating credit risk, and

securing consistent cash flow.

Budget and Reporting Specialist

Fiba Retail
Istanbul, Turkey
11.2017 - 09.2018
  • Prepared monthly P&L statements, analyzing store and brand profitability.
  • Coordinated budget vs. actual reports for departmental assessments.
  • Conducted variance analysis to identify financial discrepancies.
  • Reported sales and margins for performance evaluation.
  • Assisted in preparing monthly management reports per IFRS accounting standards.
  • Compiled cost reports for brands including M&S, GAP, and Banana Republic.
  • Analysed rent expenses alongside sales, margins, and inventory data for management insights.

Education

MSc - Finance and Accounting

University of Westminster
London
09.2024

BA - International Finance

Yeditepe University
Istanbul
09.2017

Skills

Finance professional with experience in Accounts Receivable, financial operations, and management reporting within fast-paced environments Skilled in reconciliations, credit control, cash flow forecasting, variance analysis, VAT returns, and preparation of Balance Sheet and P&L reports Currently progressing towards the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants qualification (CIMA) with 11 exemptions, supported by a Master’s degree in Finance and Accounting from University of Westminster Seeking to further develop within management accounting and financial control

  • Financial reporting
  • Budget management
  • Cash flow analysis
  • Accounts reconciliation
  • Multi-currency transactions
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Variance analysis
  • KPI tracking
  • Management reporting
  • Problem solving
  • Time-management

Additional Information

https://www.linkedin.com/in/asli-ecem-bozkurt-2550b173/

Languages

Turkish
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2

Timeline

Assistant Financial Controller

Robin Food Distribution Ltd
12.2025 - Current

Accounts Receivable Coordinator

The Football Association
11.2024 - 11.2025

SSC Accounts Receivable and Credit Control Lead

Valeo
04.2020 - 07.2023

Accounts Receivable and Credit Control Analyst

Valeo
09.2018 - 04.2020

Budget and Reporting Specialist

Fiba Retail
11.2017 - 09.2018

MSc - Finance and Accounting

University of Westminster

BA - International Finance

Yeditepe University
Asli Bozkurt