Erhan Yasar
Finance
Kadikoy
Summary
Experienced Director of Finance with over 12 years of expertise in trend identification and analysis, as well as collaboration with other departmental leaders. Action-oriented with a track record of monitoring business results and acquisitions. Possessing excellent issue resolution and staff training abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Financial Consulting
Freelance/Remote
03.2023 - Current
- Working “ Start - Up Mobile game company in the UK”
- In my current role, I've overseen several crucial aspects of financial management
- This includes the establishment of an accounting department, in conjunction with a UK-based outsourcing firm, to ensure precise invoice entries
- Additionally, I've conducted thorough research on online banking and payment methods, leading to improved cash flow management
- Currently, I manage payroll approval and personnel expenses, with plans to potentially bring on a Financial Controller in the near future
- Acting as the main liaison with private equity partners, I facilitate effective communication on financial matters
- Moreover, I'm responsible for crafting and delivering presentations for upcoming fundraising initiatives
- Lastly, I provide sound financial advice to guide the company's future financial decisions
- Vivense is a Turkish e-commerce retail company specializing in home furnishings and decor.”
Global Budget, Tax and Accounting Manager
Vivense
09.2021 - 02.2023
- During my tenure as a, I held a multifaceted role, managing financial and accounting operations, purchasing, and payroll
- I was instrumental in evaluating the business and financial performance through detailed analyses and providing valuable advice to the GM and stakeholders, including private equity management. My responsibilities also included overseeing cash flow, equity increase, and international funding, ensuring financial stability and growth
- Collaborating effectively with team members, I worked towards achieving local targets in alignment with group objectives, focusing on enhancing business profitability and sales efficiency
- I developed and executed comprehensive company plans to elevate employee performance and foster a productive work environment
- Moreover, I established and nurtured key relationships with treasury, credit lines and banking partners
- My efforts led to substantial savings and integrated profitability at the group level by driving organic and inorganic growth strategies
- As a financial leader, I played a central role in group reporting, ensuring compliance and overseeing tax matters, financial analysis, treasury operations
- I successfully implemented activity-based costing methodologies to analyze profitability across different segments, customers, and products
- Furthermore, I managed significant purchasing activities, overseeing the renovation and leasing of four branches located in the UK, Germany, and Belgium, contributing to the company's expansion and global presence.
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
Georg Fischer
05.2019 - 09.2021
- As the FP&A Manager at Georg Fischer (GF), I demonstrated strong leadership in driving the company's finance strategy and transformation agenda
- Through my strategic financial plans and revenue growth initiatives, I successfully contributed to the achievement of company goals
- As a valued strategic business partner, I collaborated closely with multifunctional teams, aligning efforts to meet the company's financial objectives
- I played a pivotal role in analyzing category and channel portfolios, leading to innovative plans that supported our financial goals
- My dedication to robust cash management and efficiency plans resulted in optimized financial processes across the organization
- I efficiently managed the financial planning and budgeting process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- By conducting scenario planning analyses, I provided valuable insights for strategic decision-making
- Moreover, I continuously improved and streamlined processes to enhance the financial capabilities of the company
- Throughout my role, I remained committed to upholding internal compliance requirements, competition law rules, and regulations, ensuring responsible execution of all responsibilities.
Country Controller
Angelini Pharma
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Angelini is a global pharmaceutical and healthcare company known for its innovative medications and diverse presence in pharmaceuticals, consumer healthcare, and chemicals.”
- As Country Controller at Angelini, I was responsible for overseeing the company's accounting function
- This involved managing various financial aspects, including cash, ledgers, capital expenditure, payroll, debt, tax, budgeting, and auditing
- I played a key role in handling the monthly profit and loss (P&L) and prioritized managing cash flow and the company's financial position
- Additionally, I provided leadership in the Finance and Accounting Strategy for the Board, aiming to optimize the company's financial performance and strategic position
- I contributed to developing and executing the company's overall strategy, questioning assumptions, and offering financial insights and guidance
- My focus was also on ensuring that the company's financial systems were strong, compliant, and ready to support both current operations and future growth
- Meeting regulatory requirements from statutory bodies was a crucial part of my role, ensuring adherence to financial regulations.
- Improved budget health for finance department through implementation of cutting-edge financial control and software solutions.
Financial Controller
Klepierre Real Estate Invesments
02.2016 - 09.2017
- Klepierre is a major European real estate company specializing in shopping center management and development.As a prominent player in the real estate industry, Klepierre is known for its expertise in retail property management, leasing, and commercial real estate development.”
- During my time as a Financial Controller at Klepierre for around 2 years, I had important responsibilities in various areas
- I made sure to prepare annual budgets carefully and checked each month to see how they compared to the actual results
- I also had monthly meetings at different shopping centers to keep an eye on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and share the results with shopping center managers to help them make good decisions
- Besides that, I also checked and kept track of shopping center values twice a year, making sure to update the financial records accurately
- Additionally, every four months, I looked closely at the financial results and shared regular reports with the head office
- Throughout my role as a Financial Controller, I always aimed for accuracy and effective financial management, and my work contributed to Klepierre's overall success and growth
- I am skilled in budgeting, analyzing performance, and reporting financial information, and this has helped the company make well-informed decisions.
Senior Auditor
KPMG
09.2011 - 02.2016
- KPMG is a global professional services firm offering audit, tax, and advisory services to clients in various industries."
- While working in the audit department at KPMG, I conducted financial statement audits in accordance with international accounting standards (IFRS) and local regulations
- Additionally, I performed risk assessments and designed audit procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls
- I analyzed financial data to identify areas for process improvement and cost-saving opportunities for clients
- I prepared comprehensive audit reports with findings and recommendations for management
- During the audit processes, I collaborated with cross-functional teams and effectively communicated audit results to clients in a clear and professional manner
- Moreover, I led and supervised audit teams for several large multinational clients, ensuring successful completion of audits within tight deadlines
- My exceptional attention to detail and accuracy led to consistent positive feedback from clients and senior management
- Furthermore, I contributed to the development of new audit methodologies that improved overall efficiency and quality of audit engagements.
Tax Intern
Deloitte
12.2010 - 05.2011
- Deloitte is a multinational professional services firm and is one of the largest and most prestigious professional services networks in the world.”
- Assist tax team with tax compliance and research
- Support preparation of tax returns and documents
- Collaborate with clients to gather required tax information
- Participate in tax-related projects and analyses
- Contribute to tax planning activities and maintain tax records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
09.2006 - 06.2011
High School Diploma -
09.1998 - 06.2005
IELTS Preparation - English Education
06.2009 - 12.2009
Timeline
Financial Consulting - Freelance/Remote
03.2023 - Current
Global Budget, Tax and Accounting Manager - Vivense
09.2021 - 02.2023
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager - Georg Fischer
05.2019 - 09.2021
Country Controller - Angelini Pharma
09.2017 - 05.2019
Financial Controller - Klepierre Real Estate Invesments
02.2016 - 09.2017
Senior Auditor - KPMG
09.2011 - 02.2016
Tax Intern - Deloitte
12.2010 - 05.2011
Anglia Ruskin - IELTS Preparation , English Education
06.2009 - 12.2009
Economi - Bachelor of Science, Economics
09.2006 - 06.2011
Dedekorkut Anatolian High School - High School Diploma,
09.1998 - 06.2005