Yusuf E. Email & Phone Number

United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom

Conducted comprehensive reserving and profitability analysis, providing detailed commentary and insights to key stakeholders across the health division.Developed and maintained financial models to support robust accounting practices and identify areas for process and reporting improvements.Provided accurate reporting to meet regulatory requirements, internal finance controls, and external auditors.Supported the implementation of IFRS 17 by ensuring compliance with new regulatory standards. Developed and shared impactful Power BI dashboards that enhanced decision-making, stakeholder communication and increased decision-making speed by 20%.Managed the month-end process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of deliverables and resolving any issues. Improved the efficiency of the month-end reporting process through process automation and optimization by utilizing advanced Excel skills, macros, and coding in Python and SQL saving the company 15+ hours of manual work per month.Supported professional growth, learning, engagement and inclusion initiatives within the organization, promoting a respectful and collaborative work environment.

Istanbul, Turkey

Provided support to management and other stakeholders by presenting financial information clearly and concisely, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and external auditors.Monitored and controlled the overhead budget, providing early warnings on overspending and identifying cost trends resulting in a 12% reduction in unnecessary expenditures.Assisted in the preparation and analysis of various financial reports, including IFRS financial reports, balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and profitability analysis.Led the organization and submission of budget reporting and forecast projects, preparing financial models in line with Group Guidelines that contributed to a 10% improvement in forecasting accuracy, and also led finance interns within the department.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather data, analyse information, and provide financial insights, actively sought opportunities for professional growth and learning, and shared knowledge and experiences with others, while projecting confidence and motivating others through team collaboration and recognition of strengths, differences, and contributions.

Istanbul, Turkey

Led teams on the ground, directly reported to managers, and made a technical contribution to audit client engagements and internal projects. Supported the planning, execution, and delivery of audit engagements, ensuring all necessary working papers were obtained and results documented. Effectively worked as a team leader, shared responsibility, provided support, collaborated on projects, maintained communication, updated managers on progress, and assisted in budgeting and monitoring project financial performance. Identified and evaluated business risks, internal controls to mitigate risks, and opportunities for internal control improvement. Had extensive audit experience across various sectors, including Financial, Manufacturing, Insurance, Energy, Retail, Trade, Media, and other industrial products, as well as experience in consolidation projects.

İstanbul, Türkiye

Assisted in the execution and delivery of audit engagements by acquiring all essential working papers and meticulously documenting the results. Demonstrated effective teamwork by sharing responsibilities, offering support, collaborating on projects, maintaining open communication, and keeping senior team members updated on progress.