Luxembourg
Group Financial Analyst with expertise in performance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cost efficiency, and ad hoc reporting. I have a demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential data and I am deeply committed to achieving my goals. I have experience in the industrial, research and banking sector. I am proficient in English, French and Turkish (+ Spanish - intermediary level).
Partnered with regional Sales and Commercial teams to support pricing, costing, and profitability decisions. Responsible for regional P&L analysis, price governance, and forecasting, translating financial analysis into practical insights to support margin, cash, and EBITA targets.
Managed multi-million-euro annual and multi-year budgets for oncology and immunology research departments. Acted as a finance business partner to researchers and postdoctoral staff, translating financial rules, budget constraints, and funding requirements into clear, actionable guidance. Drove process improvements, management reporting, and data alignment using IBM Planning Analytics, while supporting over 20 teams to optimize resource allocation and cost control. Produced accurate financial reports to secure funding installments, while providing budget monitoring and cost eligibility guidance. Collaborated with accounting on cost reviews and fund collection. Improved financial reporting, data alignment, and streamlined budgeting processes using IBM Planning Analytics.
• Led corporate cost control and reporting for IFA and non-IFA entities via SAP • Drove SOX compliance and internal audit follow-up, ensuring effective internal controls • Managed cash collection and receivables, working closely with credit insurers • Challenged Capex investments through business case, market, and return analysis prior to approval • Owned group budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and ad hoc reporting • Led multi-year strategic planning and managed 2 FTEs • Delivered group corporate reporting, including Forecasts, R&O, and Budget cycles • Reduced intercompany gaps from $18M to $3.5M in one year • Prepared executive summaries for performance, operational, and financial reporting, including earnings releases and 20-F support
• Supported SME and public-sector project financing • Worked with international intermediary banks to assess project eligibility • Prepared European Commission reports on credit allocation performance • Gained exposure to EIB loan procedures and contributed to a procedure manual
• Performed financial statement analysis; participated in client meetings • Contributed to credit rating assessments using standardized credit scales • Prepared credit request files for senior management decision meetings