Erdinç Cem Acar
Finance Analyst
Istanbul
Summary
A finance professional with 3 years of experience in the FMCG sector, specializing in Operational and Channel Finance. During my tenure at Coca-Cola İçecek, I actively contributed to projects focused on developing new systems and improving existing processes. Leveraging strong leadership and creative problem-solving skills, I played a key role in delivering innovative solutions that enhanced operational efficiency.
My career journey has equipped me with solid expertise in both Operational and Channel Finance. With a strong passion for my profession and a commitment to continuous learning, I am focused on advancing my skills with the goal of becoming a successful Finance Manager.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Finance Analyst - On Premise
Coca Cola İçecek
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
- Improved financial operations with careful, in-depth analysis and proactive recommendations for improvement.
- Assisted in the successful completion of annual audits through timely preparation of accurate financial statements.
- Mentored junior team members on effective financial analysis techniques, promoting professional development within the finance department.
- Prepared financial and statistical analyses, graphs and presentation materials and provided analytical support for finance team and operational partners.
- Compiled and coordinated financial data for analysis and reconciliation.
Finance Analyst - Operational Finance
Coca Cola İçecek
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Partnering with Sales&Marketing team to decide long-term and short-term customer&brand investments and to lead contract&promotioın management process
- Ensures monthly accurate SKU/Customer/Region profitability reporting of Sell-in&Sell-Out PLs and prepares relevant reports
- Timely and accurate preparation of ad-hoc analyzes in line with market/customer needs
- Preparing data for BP financials and reporting BP vs. Actual post-completion analysis
- Prepare RE P&L throughout the year,indetify risks and opportunities, and encourage proactive actions.
- Participating improvement processes in terms of testing, controlling of new financial projects
- TPR Management with RGM on monthly basis inline with strategic plans and customer entry price limits
- Performs pricing sensitivity analysis and value chain analysis
- Opex & Cogs follow-up and business partnering with related departments
- Provide monthly reports to the management
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Dokuz Eylül University
İzmir 09.2017 - 06.2022
Skills
Financial statement analysis
Strategic financial planning
Investment analysis
Preparing budgets
Financial forecasting
Financial management
Microsoft Excel
Strategic planning
Process optimization
Timeline
Finance Analyst - On Premise
Coca Cola İçecek
04.2024 - Current
Finance Analyst - Operational Finance
Coca Cola İçecek
09.2022 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Dokuz Eylül University
09.2017 - 06.2022