Financial Reporting Institutions

Naz Kalkan

Accounting and Finance Professional

Istanbul, Beyoglu *******@*****.*** • 532-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/in/nazkalkan/ Summary

Detail-oriented Accounting & Finance professional with 12+ years of experience in operational roles and 7+ years in financial reporting, reconciliations, internal controls, and AP/AR management. Skilled in GAAP/IFRS standards, tax compliance (timely filing & review), and payroll validation, with proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and optimize processes for scalability. Experienced in variance analysis, budgeting/forecasting, and working with banks and financial institutions across international environments. Technical Skills

Accounting Standards: IFRS, Local GAAP, US GAAP

Software: Microsoft Dynamics GP, LOGO TIGER, QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Fulfil,Bill.com,Paylocity, Gusto, ADP, TRINET, Corpay, Languages: Turkish (Native), English (Professional) Education Courses & Certificates Hobbies & Volunteerwork Business Administration MITx Financial Accounting Wing Chun Violin

Cagdas Yasamı Destekleme Derneği - Beyoglu Branch

EXPERIENCE

AP & Accounting Team Lead Revival Rugs Aug 2024 - July 2025

- Supervised and streamlined end-to-end AP processes, ensuring timely and accurate invoice posting, while mentoring and training team members.

- Acted as primary point of contact with banks and other financial institutions, supporting operational and treasury activities.

- Performed month-end closing activities, including bank, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations across US parent and subsidiaries in Turkey, Morocco, and India.

- Led budgeting, cash flow planning, and variance analysis, aligning forecasts with actuals.

- Contributed to internal control improvements and streamlined reporting procedures. AP Team Supervisor & Financial Controller WBL/Contractor Jul 2023 - Jun 2024

- Led the AP function by designing and documenting processes, recruiting and onboarding new staff, supervising and training the AP team, and coordinating payments with the Treasury department.

- Performed month-end closing activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and preparation of both P&L and balance sheet.

- Conducted variance analysis of cost accounts, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions. Senior Financial Accountant Holliston Holdings/contractor Sep 2022 - May 2024

- Entered labor reports and posted sales invoices in Microsoft Dynamics GP.

- Uploaded invoices to financial institutions to support funding requests and credit approvals.

- Recorded general ledger entries as part of month-end closing activities. Senior Accountant Bob's Bookkeepers Sep 2022 - Mar 2023

- Performed bookkeeping tasks for client accounts, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial records.

- Updated and maintained financial models to support client reporting and decision-making.

- Prepared cash tracking files and provided insights for client cash management.

- Supported junior staff by onboarding and training team members. Finance Specialist Netmarble Games Feb 2022 - Oct 2022

- Oversaw payment channels, reconciliations, and invoicing with gateway partners.

- Acted as liaison with banks and financial institutions for payment approvals and treasury workflows.

- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements. Country Controller Evernex Oct 2020 - Feb 2022

- Led financial reporting for Turkey entity under IFRS.

- Managed accounts payable, receivable (including issuing sales invoices and tracking AR collections), payroll calculations and controls, and reconciliations.

- Performed intercompany reconciliations to ensure accuracy across group entities.

- Oversaw payment operations and cash disbursements.

- Worked with auditors and ensured tax compliance, including timely filing and review of tax returns.

- Coordinated import/export payments and managed budgeting, including preparation, tracking, and variance reporting. Office Manager Parasüt Nov 2018 - Mar 2020

- Managed payroll calculations and executed salary and employee benefit payments.

- Processed vendor invoices and executed vendor payments.

- Supervised accounting operations and coordinated with external accountants.

- Supported budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for financial planning.

- Conducted employee onboarding and offboarding processes.

- Prepared investor reports and financial documentation for fundraising. Project-Based Finance & Operations Roles Various Companies 2013 – 2018

- Short-term finance, accounting, and operations roles at Mercer, Media Markt, Amec Foster Wheeler, Ana Training, and Büyük Valide Han Production.

- Supported invoice processing, reconciliations, vendor onboarding, and cash tracking.

- Assisted with budgeting and procurement workflows during setup and transitional projects.

-Gained cross-functional exposure in finance, procurement, HR, and admin support.

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