Nur Basa
Group Finance Manager
İstanbul
Summary
Finance professional with 10+ years of experience in FP&A, budgeting, reporting, and cost analysis across group structures. Skilled in streamlining budget processes and restructuring the chart of accounts. CMA and FVMA certified, with a strong focus on financial performance and strategic insights.
Qualified Finance Manager with solid background in managing comprehensive financial operations for large groups. Successfully led financial planning, budgeting, and analysis, contributing to strategic decision-making. Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting and regulatory compliance, effectively utilizing problem-solving and leadership skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Group Finance Manager
Doxxon Finance Limited
10.2024 - Current
- Holding & Electronic Money Institution
- Managed budgeting processes for the electronic money institution under the holding structure, including gathering cost budgets from departments and calculating revenues by product/service category.
- Conducted detailed variance and profitability analysis by product category, providing insights directly to senior management and investors.
- Enhanced accuracy and transparency of budget vs. actual comparisons through redesigned reporting processes.
- Coordinated group-level audits, ensuring compliance with IFRS 9 (Financial Instruments) and IAS 32 (Financial Instruments Presentation) for intercompany loans, equity, and financial assets.
- Property Investment Company
- Established the entire accounting and reporting framework from scratch, ensuring full compliance with IFRS 16 (Leases) and IAS 40 (Investment Property).
- Accurately accounted for right-of-use assets, long-term lease liabilities, and fair value measurement of investment properties.
- Restaurant Business
- Applied IAS 2 (Inventories) for F&B operations, ensuring correct valuation of food & beverage inventory and recognition of COGS.
- Delivered detailed budget and profitability analysis at product and category level, improving decision-making on pricing and menu optimization.
- Conducted financial feasibility studies and long-term profitability projections for opening a new branch of a restaurant chain, evaluating both revenue sharing models and external investor partnership structures.
- Actively participated in negotiation and agreement stages, providing financial insights that guided decision-making.
- Assessed strategic benefits for the holding company, ensuring sustainable profitability and alignment with long-term growth objectives.
- Cross-Group Achievements
- Streamlined IFRS/TFRS reporting processes, which shortened external audit timelines and ensured smoother audit completion.
- Improved overall financial reporting quality, reducing errors and ensuring timely delivery of consolidated financial statements.
- Prepared cash flow statements and investor presentations, translating complex financial data into actionable insights for management and shareholders.
- Developed feasibility studies and business models for new investments and projects, supporting strategic decision-making at board level.
Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
Centra Uzman & Doxxon Finance Limited & Corpayss Limited
05.2018 - 09.2024
- Prepared and delivered comprehensive financial reports, including monthly Income Statements, Cash Flow Statements, and management dashboards across multiple projects.
- Conducted detailed cash flow forecasting and variance analysis, improving financial accuracy and supporting timely management decisions.
- Designed and implemented standardized reporting templates, enhancing consistency and transparency in group-level financial communications.
- Collaborated with international finance teams and external auditors/accountants to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accurate financial consolidation.
- Built advanced financial models to track performance against business objectives and guide strategic planning initiatives.
- Performed company valuations using NPV, IRR, DCF, scenario analysis, as well as Comparable Company and Precedent Transaction methods, providing insights into growth potential and investment opportunities.
Accounting & Finance Specialist
Cofco International Ltd.
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Prepared periodical management reports, including balance sheets, P&L statements, aging reports, and group reporting packages for month-end closing.
- Conducted detailed account reviews to ensure compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful completion of annual audits through thorough preparation of financial records and effective collaboration with external auditors.
- Prepared monthly product-based cost calculation reports for cost accounting.
- Managed VAT, withholding tax, and other tax reporting and compliance tasks.
- Performed intercompany reconciliations to ensure accurate account balances.
- Coordinated with auditors for quarterly and annual audit compliance. Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved discrepancies. Managed FX hedging transactions and forward contracts using the 360T system.
Accounting & Reporting Associate
Oxford Business Group
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Prepared monthly financial and ad-hoc reports for various international projects.
- Supported CFO with country budgets, month-end analysis, and variance reporting.
- Communicated with project managers and country directors to monitor expenses against approved budgets.
- Managed internal audit processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Assisted auditors during the annual audit.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication across departments and teams.
Marketing Assistant
KayraGrup
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Supported the marketing manager in planning and executing marketing strategies.
- Compiled reports on campaign performance and customer engagement.
- Prepared presentations for ideas, updates, and campaign proposals.
- Managed daily content creation and scheduling for social media in line with marketing plans.
Education
Master's Degree - Economics & Finance
Bogazici Universitesi-Bosphorus University
06.2017
GRE & ESL Studies
Adelphi University & Boston ESL Language School
Long Island, New York01.2011
Bachelor's Degree - Mathematics
Yeditepe University
06.2010
Skills
Revenue Sharing models
Joint Venture Structure
Investment performance evaluation
Proficient in IFRS and GAAP standards
Scenario & Sensivity Analysis
Proficient in SAP FI Sun System, Click Wiew, Micro & Microsoft Office Programs
Certification
CMA Certificate –Certified Management Accountant, November 19, 2021.
Timeline
Group Finance Manager
Doxxon Finance Limited
10.2024 - Current
CMA Certificate –Certified Management Accountant, November 19, 2021.
11-2021
FMVA– Financial Modelling & Valuation Analyst, May 31, 2019
05-2019
Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
Centra Uzman & Doxxon Finance Limited & Corpayss Limited
05.2018 - 09.2024
Accounting & Finance Specialist
Cofco International Ltd.
02.2016 - 04.2018
Accounting & Reporting Associate
Oxford Business Group
02.2014 - 01.2016
Marketing Assistant
KayraGrup
07.2013 - 12.2013
GRE & ESL Studies
Adelphi University & Boston ESL Language School
Bachelor's Degree - Mathematics
Yeditepe University
Master's Degree - Economics & Finance
Bogazici Universitesi-Bosphorus University
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