SELEN ZEKIOGLU
New York, NY 917-***-**** *************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/selen-zekioglu
ENTRY- LEVEL FINANCIAL ANALYST / ASSOCIATE
Recent graduate from an accredited university with experience analyzing financial models, valuation, performing statistical checks for accuracy, and ability to prioritize projects and workload with strong interpersonal skills. Seeking opportunities to leverage, data analysis, operations, valuation, financial modeling, risk, and wealth management skills in a collaborative environment. Developed an understanding of the following areas:
Core strengths: Strategy Analytical Financial modeling Valuation Problem-solving Corporate finance Entrepreneurship Communication Data analysis Project management
EDUCATION / TECHNICAL SKILLS
Pace University, Lubin School of Business New York, NY August 2020
Business Administration (BBA) in Business Management and Entrepreneurship, Dean’s List 2020
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) IOS Software Google Docs Bloomberg
Fluent English Fluent Turkish Intermediate Italian
RELEVANT FINANCE EXPERIENCE
PriceWaterhouseCoopers Istanbul, TR July 2019-August 2019
Valuation and Business Modeling Intern
Built technical skills researching and obtaining requested data by using S&P Capital IQ and performing statistical checks for accuracy.
Responsible for observing market trends, preparing professional graphs, chart, presentations for senior managers using Excel.
Followed Turkey’s generic 30-year bond, as well as other securities, to become familiar with Bloomberg Analytics.
Was on a team of 4 valuation analysts that evaluated companies from a private level that ranged from $5m-$100m in annual revenues.
QNB Finansbank Istanbul, TR July 2018-August 2018
Business Development and Analytics Intern
Achieved 25% by generating ideas to improve the operational efficiency on the development of new automation test scripts.
Calculated various department headcounts by using productivity ratio and adjusted workload to minimize risk.
Presented a PowerPoint presentation on the steps to buy and sell bond funds for the investment department and senior management.
Mercure Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul, TR July 2017-August 2017
Sales and Marketing Intern
Solved low client situation by bringing in new accounts for sales’ calls and developed meaningful connections, growing the client base by 5%
Processed 15+ customer transactions using Opera PMS Software, Booking.com, and Accor Hotels.
Improved customer satisfaction rate within 2 months of employment.
Revamped hotel’s social media accounts, improving user engagement by over 30 % on Instagram, Facebook.
ACADEMIC AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Member Pace Investment Club Member Entrepreneurship Lab
Accenture Discovery Program Participant New York, NY May 2020-September 2020
Performed an outcomes analysis to solve client-related complications by combining data.
Prioritized client’s ideas, to recommend a mix of short-term and longer-term initiatives that fit within their budget.
7 Cups Volunteer Experience Counselor New York, NY May 2020-September 2020
Held a volunteer position as an active trained listener for 7 Cups online therapy & free counseling platform.
Helped over 18 people struggling with mental health issues varying from eating disorders to personal insecurities.
New Business Opportunity Analysis and Plan Team Leader New York, NY January 2020-May 2020
Created a 3-minute pitch, presentation, and report for a new business venture to help candidates prepare for the CFA.
Calculated financial viability and the break-even analysis of the project using Excel.
Implemented an annual subscription price of 39,99$ to keep the project on budget.
Positioned team member to use their talents optimally.
Individual Simmons Project New York, NY January 2019-March 2019
Conducted a detailed market research analysis with data and demographics.
Interpreted data by using Gfk MRI, Statista, and Simmons databases which chosen to be the best project among the whole marketing class.