ERTUG ERTURAN
ANKARA,TURKEY
Summary
Throughout my career, I have held senior roles including Branch Manager at BNP Paribas – Türk Ekonomi Bank (TEB), Finance Director in a multinational construction company, and Founder of my own financial consulting firm. These roles have equipped me with end-to-end ownership of finance functions, including strategic planning, financial restructuring, risk management, and operational leadership.
In my current role, I advise companies on cash flow optimization, credit structuring, and institutional transformation. I have established internal audit frameworks, designed fraud prevention systems, and improved financial transparency and reporting processes. My ability to combine hands-on execution with strategic oversight allows me to contribute beyond traditional finance roles.
I am confident in my ability to take ownership, support senior management, and contribute to sustainable growth and strong financial governance.
My international exposure, leadership background, and strong analytical mindset position me to contribute effectively from day one. I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss how I can support your organization’s success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Erturan Financial Services Consulting and Training
Ankara, Turkey
05.2023 - Current
- Preparing cash flow statements for consulting firms.
- Preparing, implementing, and monitoring the process of institutionalisation for companies.
- The process of institutionalisation involves creating departments within companies, writing down workflow processes, and employee job descriptions.
- Checking companies' banking transactions and conducting effective credit and investment activities.
- Establishing audit departments, defining audit topics and areas, conducting systemic studies, and creating audit scenarios to minimise fraud.
- Creating audit trees, reviewing them in practice, preparing reports, and defining processes for sharing them with management.
- Responsible for managing customers' finance issues.
- Kept active presence within industry through regular networking, marketing and promotional activities.
- Made high-level decisions to implement company policies and strategies, improve procedures and grow revenue.
- Managed financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and investment strategies, to optimize resources and profitability.
- Controlled expenses and allocated financial resources to reach budget goals.
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Directed company's marketing activities to raise awareness and attract potential clients.
- Recruited, trained and coached staff to meet capacity requirements and expansion goals.
- Successfully grew company profits by designing and implementing innovative growth strategies.
- Developed clear mission, vision and culture for company employees.
- Organised and participated in international trade shows, increasing brand visibility and generating significant leads.
- Selected and mentored senior staff, creating successful leadership team.
- Reviewed and validated financial statements, confirming their accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
- Managed accounts payable and receivables, raising invoices, reconciling accounts and processing cash transactions.
- Led audit engagements, supervising teams to deliver high-quality financial audits within strict deadlines.
- Coordinated with senior management to review audit findings and develop action plans for resolution.
Consultant
Freelance
Ankara, Turkey
11.2020 - 05.2023
- Handled complex problems and issues by understanding root causes and implementing solutions.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions to upskill team members and improve service delivery.
- Interfaced with client leads and became trusted advisor or confidant to client.
- Carried out data analysis and assessment and presented results to management.
- Compiled information about current workflows, job descriptions and structures to inform decision-making about potential improvements.
- Helped clients enhance internal structures and improve handling of current and potential problems.
- Implemented innovative methodologies for process improvement, resulting in increased efficiency and productivity.
- Prepared detailed audit reports summarising findings and suggesting actionable improvements for management review.
- Managed multiple audit projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to highest quality standards.
- Reviewed and assessed financial statements and records for accuracy, compliance, and transparency in reporting.
- Completed detailed reviews of accounts and bookkeeping records to verify compliance with standards.
- Developed and implemented risk management protocols to mitigate financial losses.
- Facilitated training sessions on risk awareness and prevention techniques for staff.
- Collaborated with senior management to establish risk thresholds for business operations.
- Reviewed and revised risk management policies to align with regulatory changes.
- Built and maintained risk awareness amongst staff by providing ongoing support and training.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Reconciled payroll accounts and prepared financial statements for the finance department.
- Trained and mentored finance staff, elevating team performance and knowledge.
- Coordinated with finance departments to reconcile actuarial data with financial accounts.
- Negotiated with software vendors to secure cost-effective solutions for finance system enhancements.
- Coordinated with finance companies to arrange suitable payment plans for customers.
- Coordinated with the finance department to allocate payments and reconcile account discrepancies.
- Collaborated with finance team members to understand reporting requirements and objectives.
General Manager
Teknoeksper
Ankara, Turkey
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Responsible for managing finance, purchasing, human resources, and all departments.
- Following the export regulations.
- Responsible for making all business communications with other countries.
- Controlled expenses and allocated financial resources to reach budget goals.
- Managed financial budgets, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
- Built successful business culture focused on performance optimisation and goal attainment.
- Selected and mentored senior staff, creating successful leadership team.
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Kept organisation in compliance with regulations and internal requirements.
- Oversaw day-to-day functioning of [Type] operation.
- Cultivated strong industry relationships to promote services and improve business operations.
- Negotiated and managed high-value contracts, ensuring optimal service provision and cost-efficiency.
- Reviewed reports, recommendations and requests from subordinate leadership.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and exceeding expectations.
- Established company targets based on previous performance and predicted forecasts.
- Authorised use of teams and materials for specific departments and projects.
- Reported successes, failures and new plans to governing body to guide decision-making.
Finance Director-General Manager
Hatcon Construction
Ankara Vilnius Dubai, Turkey-Lithuanian-UAE
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Responsible for managing finance, purchasing, and human resources departments.
- Managing the finance and visiting the sites in two branches ( Lithuania).
- Planned implementation of new policies and policy updates for smooth change management.
- Proposed innovative solutions to combat issues with existing legislation, aiding development of improvement strategies.
- Identified potential threats and risks to develop appropriate responses.
- Forged strong relations with government agencies to maintain influence in decision-making process.
- Championed consistency between daily operations and organisational policy.
- Conducted research into trends for informed decision-making on [Type] policies.
- Analysed existing legislation to identify out-of-date provisions.
- Examined financial implications of policy changes.
- Responsible for managing all business communications with NSPA.
- Handling all official correspondence with NSPA.
- Tracking payments and invoices in contact with the NSPA finance department,
- Checking reports and invoices prepared by construction sites regarding NSPA's payment claims, and discussing them with the relevant officials.
- Evaluated impact of programmes and initiatives, identifying areas in need of improvement.
- Built and maintained relationships with local authorities to understand impact of policies.
- Reviewing tax and accounting regulations in the countries where business is conducted, and monitoring compliance processes.
- Built successful business culture focused on performance optimisation and goal attainment.
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Kept organisation in compliance with regulations and internal requirements.
- Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.
- Selected and mentored senior staff, creating successful leadership team.
Branch Manager
BNP Paribas-TEB
Ankara, Turkey
03.2014 - 02.2019
- Responsible for managing a team with a USD 100 million asset size.
- Follow and properly apply the Bank’s policies and strategies.
- Tracked financial data and completed reports detailing key metrics.
- Cultivated and developed portfolio of clientele, securing strong base of loyal business relationships.
- Oversaw approvals and rejections of lines of credit for commercial, real estate and personal loan applications.
- Forged strong working relationships with individual and commercial customers.
- Managed daily banking operations, including cash management and customer transactions, to uphold financial integrity.
- Negotiated with clients to restructure debts and prevent default, safeguarding bank interests.
- Networked within business community, attending events to position company and drive new business.
- Demonstrated keen analytical skills, maximising positive outcomes from financial data and reporting.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with high-value clients by providing bespoke financial solutions and exceptional service.
- Guaranteed company-wide compliance to industry regulations and legal requirements.
- Assessed efficacy of operational processes, seeking developments and automation opportunities for improved banking efficiency.
- Cultivated relations with customer service personnel to drive client retention and long-term growth.
- Directed priorities for branch employees to guide workflow planning.
- Researched and investigated loan application lists to prevent loanees defaulting on repayments.
- Met with clients and advised on loan conditions and negotiated further contract terms to meet clients needs.
- Managed heavy daily workload of client meetings, reporting and administrative processing using exceptional multitasking and prioritisation skills.
- Built strong business relationships through regular communication and exceptional service.
- Managed customer bank accounts, including opening, closing, and updating details to meet client needs.
- Supervised a team of financial advisors, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
Internal Control Ankara Region Manager
BNP Paribas-TB
Ankara, Turkey
02.2011 - 03.2014
- Responsible for auditing all branches and headquarters.
- Led audit engagements, supervising teams to deliver high-quality financial audits within strict deadlines.
- Managed multiple audit projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet all deadlines without compromising quality.
- Reviewed and validated financial statements, confirming their accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
- Completed detailed reviews of accounts and bookkeeping records to verify compliance with standards.
- Coordinated with senior management to review audit findings and develop action plans for resolution.
- Planned and carried out a variety of company audits, including operational and financial audits.
- Assessed internal control systems, identifying weaknesses and recommending enhancements to safeguard assets.
- Managed the preparation of detailed audit reports, presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Planned, organised and managed internal audits, completing according to audit plans.
- Reviewed financial statements and tax audits in detail to identify and correct discrepancies.
- Developed and implemented robust audit plans, adapting strategies to meet client-specific needs.
- Drafted and submitted reports to brief management regarding findings, discrepancies and rectified audits.
- Generated financial statements documenting revenue, expenses and liabilities.
- Contributed to audit planning, testing and review of audit programmes to create framework and determine compatibility for organisation.
- Created and submitted extensive reports to management, summarising audit results and recommended changes.
- Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved discrepancies.
- Drafted recommendations on corrective measures based on audit results.
Internal Control Ankara Region Manager
Fortis Bank
Ankara, Turkey
10.2003 - 02.2011
- Responsible for auditing all branches and headquarters.
- Led audit engagements, supervising teams to deliver high-quality financial audits within strict deadlines.
- Reviewed and validated financial statements, confirming their accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
- Managed multiple audit projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet all deadlines without compromising quality.
- Completed detailed reviews of accounts and bookkeeping records to verify compliance with standards.
- Coordinated with senior management to review audit findings and develop action plans for resolution.
- Planned and carried out a variety of company audits, including operational and financial audits.
- Assessed internal control systems, identifying weaknesses and recommending enhancements to safeguard assets.
- Managed the preparation of detailed audit reports, presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented robust audit plans, adapting strategies to meet client-specific needs.
- Reviewed financial statements and tax audits in detail to identify and correct discrepancies.
- Contributed to audit planning, testing and review of audit programmes to create framework and determine compatibility for organisation.
- Drafted and submitted reports to brief management regarding findings, discrepancies and rectified audits.
- Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved discrepancies.
- Created and submitted extensive reports to management, summarising audit results and recommended changes.
- Drafted recommendations on corrective measures based on audit results.
- Trained and mentored junior auditors, building a skilled and cohesive team capable of handling complex audits.
Auditor
MNG Bank A.S.
Istanbul, Turkey
03.2001 - 08.2002
- Responsible for auditing all branches and headquarters.
- Managed multiple audit projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to highest quality standards.
- Reviewed and assessed financial statements and records for accuracy, compliance, and transparency in reporting.
- Prepared detailed audit reports summarising findings and suggesting actionable improvements for management review.
- Generated financial statements documenting revenue, expenses and liabilities.
- Assessed internal control systems for effectiveness and efficiency, recommending enhancements to safeguard assets.
- Analysed financial data extensively to identify discrepancies, fraud, and inefficiencies, enhancing organisational accountability.
- Facilitated communication between audit teams and clients, maintaining strong relationships and open dialogue.
- Coordinated with external regulators and auditors during audits, ensuring a seamless and cooperative audit process.
- Conducted thorough investigations into financial records and suspected malfeasance.
- Mentored new team members, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance overall team capabilities and performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement robust audit strategies, streamlining audit processes.
- Updated general, sales and purchasing ledgers on schedule and verified information against documentation.
- Compiled financial information, figures and forecasts for budgetary decision-making.
- Negotiated with stakeholders to resolve audit findings and implement corrective actions, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Conducted comprehensive financial audits for a diverse range of corporate clients, improving financial accuracy and compliance.
- Produced monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
- Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved discrepancies.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Economics
University of Anatolia
Eskisehir01-2000
Skills
- Financial management
- Risk management
- Process improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer relationship management
- Audit planning
- Data analysis
- Budget forecasting
- Strategic decision making
- Team leadership
- Creative problem solving
- Staff training
- Networking strategies
- Performance optimization
- Project management
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Leadership excellence
- Sales strategy execution
- Brand management
- Visionary leadership
- Innovative thought leadership
- Business strategies
- Team building and training
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Business planning
- Consulting
- Product development
- Risk assessment
- Financial auditing
- Compliance management
- Financial reporting
- Internal controls
- Budget management
- Client relationship management
- Decision making
- Time-management
- Effective communication
- Technical troubleshooting
- Relationship-building
- Customer service excellence
- Leadership qualities
- Advanced excel competency
- Risk Management
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
French
Beginner
A1
Hobbies and interests
- Tennis, voleyball, basketball, (sports), Traveling, Reading, Riding.
Timeline
Founder
Erturan Financial Services Consulting and Training
05.2023 - Current
Consultant
Freelance
11.2020 - 05.2023
General Manager
Teknoeksper
07.2020 - 11.2020
Finance Director-General Manager
Hatcon Construction
02.2019 - 02.2020
Branch Manager
BNP Paribas-TEB
03.2014 - 02.2019
Internal Control Ankara Region Manager
BNP Paribas-TB
02.2011 - 03.2014
Internal Control Ankara Region Manager
Fortis Bank
10.2003 - 02.2011
Auditor
MNG Bank A.S.
03.2001 - 08.2002
Bachelor of Business Administration - Economics
University of Anatolia