Medine Gedik
Finance Analyst
Summary
Finance Analyst with 20+ years of financial reporting and analysis experience. Applies advanced financial analysis, forecasting and modeling skills to translate analysis into practical results. Strong understanding and knowledge of accounting principles and accounting software with emphasis in business finance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Analyst
Coca-Cola İçecek A.Ş.
10.2001 - 9 2023
- I've worked in finance department for 20 years in areas such as pre-accounting, sales incentive participation, promotion identification, current account tracking, reconciliations, guarantees
- I've taken part in test processes of system development studies
- I've taken active role in reporting and auditing processes.
- Implemented robust financial controls system to minimize risks associated with fraud and mismanagement.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations by staying up-to-date on industry-specific laws and accounting practices.
- Conducted regular reviews of operating expenses to identify areas for cost optimization without compromising quality or service levels.
- Mentored junior team members on effective financial analysis techniques, promoting professional development within finance department.
- Developed monthly variance reports to track actual performance against projected budgets, facilitating corrective action when necessary.
- Supported long-term strategic planning initiatives, providing critical financial data for informed decision making.
- Evaluated potential mergers and acquisitions, performing detailed due diligence to support executive decision making.
- Enhanced overall business performance by providing timely and accurate financial insights to inform strategic decision making.
- Increased efficiency in budgeting process by automating repetitive tasks using advanced Excel functions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, resulting in significant expense reduction.
- Strengthened internal communication between finance department and other business units, fostering collaboration towards shared objectives.
- Measured actual performance against operating plan and interpreted results for all levels of management.
- Updated, reconciled and resolved issues with computerized accounting system.
- Collaborated with finance team to complete detailed analyses of short- and long-term strategic forecasts to assist with resource planning and capitalization needs.
- Monitored and adhered to compliance requirements for covenant deliverables.
- Compiled and coordinated financial data for analysis and reconciliation.
- Developed financial models, analytics and automated reporting and forecasting tools to increase productivity
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations by staying up-to-date on industry-specific laws and accounting practices
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes
- Improved financial operations with careful, in-depth analysis and proactive recommendations for improvement
- Increased efficiency in budgeting process by automating repetitive tasks using advanced Excel functions
- Increased efficiency in budgeting process by automating repetitive tasks using advanced Excel functions
- Assisted in successful completion of annual audits through timely preparation of accurate financial statements
- Enhanced overall business performance by providing timely and accurate financial insights to inform strategic decision making
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health
- Reviewed and reconciled general ledger accounts for monthly and year-end reports
- Strengthened internal communication between finance department and other business units, fostering collaboration towards shared objectives
- Mentored junior team members on effective financial analysis techniques, promoting professional development within finance department
- Simplified complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders through clear visualizations and concise summaries
- Updated, reconciled and resolved issues with computerized accounting system
- Provided essential input during contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms aligned with company''s best interests
- Compiled and coordinated financial data for analysis and reconciliation
- Measured actual performance against operating plan and interpreted results for all levels of management
- Contributed to preparation and outlining of annual budgets
- Compiled data, reports and year-end audit information
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, resulting in significant expense reduction
Finance Analyst
OZLEM TICARET A.S COCA COLA DISTRIBUTION COMPANY
12.2002 - 12.2023
- Controled and Directed Sales, Operation, Stock Control Processes, Invoicing, Reporting for Coca Cola and Gillette.
Education
Human Resources
Bahcesehir University
Business Administration
Gazi University
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Skills
Languagelevel - English
Medium
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/18/1978
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Republic of Turkey
References
Will be delivered upon request.
Timeline
Finance Analyst
OZLEM TICARET A.S COCA COLA DISTRIBUTION COMPANY
12.2002 - 12.2023
Finance Analyst
Coca-Cola İçecek A.Ş.
10.2001 - 9 2023
Human Resources
Bahcesehir University
Business Administration
Gazi University
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