Taner Turanli
Business Process Manager, Finance | Certificated Alteryx User | CPA
Istanbul
Summary
Transformed operations by introducing advanced automated processes and a unified ERP system. Leading the charge, I've played a pivotal role in process improvement, eliminating manual tasks through Alteryx-driven solutions, and realizing annual savings of $40k for the organization. As a Business Process, Finance Manager, my focus has been on deploying financial systems that enhance efficiency and accuracy across North America, the UK, EU, and MENA regions.
My work involves driving database and business intelligence projects, demonstrating a strong command of data analytics and insightful financial modeling. With the successful migration from Xero to D365 and the creation of robust accounting processes, the team has set new standards for REEF's fiscal management. My problem-solving acumen and analytical skills are fundamental to navigating the complexities of finance in a multinational context, ensuring strategic financial operations and control.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Business Process Manager, Finance
Reef Technology
03.2023 - Current
- E2E ERP transformation[Microsoft D365] project management experience
- Managed comprehensive ERP migration including 3 Regions and 6 applications
- Defines and analyzes manual repeating tasks of finance department and creates automated workflows to eliminate manual workforce
- Standardizing company data, and design infrastructure
- Developed and implemented automated workflows by using Alteryx aimed streamlining complex processes and accelerating report generation, achieved $40k in annual savings through process automation
- Playing pivotal role as Business Analyst in spearheading development of Company's data warehouse infrastructure
- Collaborated closely with core data team to design and implement robust data solutions to meet business needs
- Review special projects, identifying cash effect and informing project owners about financial impacts
- Establishing new finance models for newly cooperated companies
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Conducted rigorous root-cause analysis investigations to identify underlying issues in existing workflows and recommend corrective actions.
- Implemented automation solutions for repetitive tasks, freeing up valuable employee time for more strategic work.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Improved efficiency and effectiveness of performance and management of processes across departments.
Finance Manager
Reef Technology
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Manage Day to Day Finance and prepare weekly cash flow
- Review month-end accounting activities and prepare monthly report for internal stakeholders.
- Overview intercompany transactions.
- Managing relationship with auditors & outsourced accountants
- Controlling Working Capital
- Timely and accurate preparation and filing of the tax returns.
- Utilizing team effectiveness, working as a shared service, and contributing to company for best financial practice
- Establishing accounting and controlling process
- Provide continuous training to the team for soft and hard skills.
- Achieved successful ERP migration Xero to Microsoft D365.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
Assistant Finance Manager
Reef Technology
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Team Manager up to 3 people
- Full responsibility on UK & EU Account Receivable
- Follow up & lead the day-to-day finance for companies in Slovakia & Germany
- Cash flow management €500k monthly bases
- Early Adopting to new technologies, contributing and leading to system upgrade projects
- Set-ups a new financial model for a new business, started from 0 revenue, archived £380k in monthly bases.
Finance & Credit Controller
Ariston Thermo Group
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Coordinates monthly closing and reporting packages
- Taking key role in analyzing and reporting financial reports to management
- Worked with the sales team, controlling the client's credit tingly while responding the sales concerns
- Leads the accounting team up to 2 people.
Financial Controlling & Planning Specialist
Menarini Group Turkey
06.2015 - 03.2019
- Design, implement and lead an accurate & timely annual financial plan
- Preparing and controlling the Company Budget
- Full control over company financials
- Deep diving into the details
- Review budget request for approval
- Comparative analyses of budget targets and actual results
- Variance analyses
- 5-Year Plan, Budget, Forecast, Reforecast, Rolling Forecast planning.
Financial Controlling Assistant Specialist
Bein Media
06.2013 - 06.2015
Education
Master Business Administration -
Istanbul Bilgi University
06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Financial Mathematics
Istanbul Bilgi University
04.2001 -
Cost and Managerial Accounting Certificate - undefined
Galatasaray University
Skills
Data Analysis
Certification
CPA, 09/01/19, No Expiration Date, Chamber of Certificated Public Accountants of Istanbul
References
Reference information will be shared upon request, within the scope of privacy of personal data.
Timeline
Alteryx Designer Core Micro- Credential: Data Preparation
03-2026
Alteryx Designer Core Micro-Credential: Data Manipulation
03-2026
Alteryx Foundational Micro-Credential
09-2025
Business Process Manager, Finance
Reef Technology
03.2023 - Current
Finance Manager
Reef Technology
09.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Finance Manager
Reef Technology
08.2020 - 09.2022
Finance & Credit Controller
Ariston Thermo Group
03.2019 - 08.2020
Financial Controlling & Planning Specialist
Menarini Group Turkey
06.2015 - 03.2019
Financial Controlling Assistant Specialist
Bein Media
06.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Financial Mathematics
Istanbul Bilgi University
04.2001 -
Master Business Administration -
Istanbul Bilgi University
Cost and Managerial Accounting Certificate - undefined
Galatasaray University