About
Accounting and finance professional with 10+ years of experience in financial control, tax optimization, IFRS-based reporting, and strategic advisory across multiple sectors. Has managed multi-client portfolios, delivered significant tax and cost savings, and advised business owners on budgeting, cash flow, and growth strategy.
Experience
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Accounting ControllerAy Maslahat · Ashgabat, TurkmenistanMar 2018 – Present
Led full financial control and accounting operations for an HR consulting, outsourcing, and business advisory firm serving SME and corporate clients. Reported directly to the founders, overseeing multi-client portfolios with a combined annual turnover exceeding 40M AED. Designed and implemented cost optimization strategies that reduced administrative overhead by 30%, delivering estimated annual savings of 550K-700K AED. Reduced annual tax exposure by approximately 185K AED by restructuring tax planning processes and implementing compliant optimization frameworks. Managed payroll processing and compliance for multiple outsourced clients, covering 50-150+ employees across engagements. Built internal financial control systems in accordance with IFRS standards and local labor legislation across all client engagements. Developed financial dashboards and management reporting packs, utilizing detailed data to provide recommendations for executive-level decision-making. Led process automation initiatives using Excel-based models and ERP optimization, reducing reporting time by approximately 40%. Acted as a strategic advisor to business owners on budgeting, cash flow forecasting, expansion planning, and cost control. Formulated tactical plans and maintained company policies to consistently identify cost-saving and revenue-generating opportunities for the firm. Supported business growth from early-stage operations to a stable, multi-service consulting structure over an 8-year tenure.
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Senior AccountantPrivate Consulting · Ashgabat, TurkmenistanFeb 2017 – Mar 2018
Provided accounting, tax advisory, and financial structuring services to SMEs and foreign-owned entities across multiple industries. Oversaw end-to-end accounting cycles for multiple businesses with a combined annual turnover of approximately 44M AED. Managed tax and financial procedures by overseeing accounting teams and guiding the strategic direction for corporate initiatives. Designed an innovative accounting workflow system that reduced clients' administrative costs by up to 40%. Coordinated financial setup and compliance preparation for 3 foreign legal entities entering the Turkmenistan market. Built financial models for budgeting and operational planning, maintaining a 100% compliance record across all managed clients. Tracked bookkeeper workflow tasks, evaluated accounting records, drafted financial reports, and maintained solid client relationships.
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Senior AccountantBaker Tilly · Ashgabat, TurkmenistanApr 2014 – Feb 2017
Managed an accounting and advisory services client portfolio valued at approximately 84M AED across multiple client engagements. Led a team of 7+ accounting professionals across outsourcing and compliance projects, delivering consistent training on best accounting practices. Directed client representation in tax court proceedings, resulting in savings exceeding 7.3M AED for the firm's clients. Analyzed financial statements and created performance reports to guide client decision-making across mid-sized and large enterprises. Guided clients in preparing correspondence with tax authorities, navigating complex regulatory requirements on their behalf. Collaborated with controllers to perform year-end closing processes, and acted as a liaison between clients and external auditors. Conducted IFRS-based financial reporting and advisory across multiple client engagements.
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AccountantBaker Tilly · Ashgabat, TurkmenistanApr 2013 – Apr 2014
Managed full accounting cycles for businesses with a combined annual turnover of approximately 73M AED. Prepared outgoing documentation, processed tax returns, calculated all taxes due, and gathered relevant fiscal information to ensure compliance. Presented during taxation and payroll workshops, generating approximately 44K AED in monthly revenue for the firm. Prepared financial statements, created performance reports, and maintained detailed fiscal records. Oversaw banking transactions, general ledger reconciliation, and journal entries across multiple client accounts and engagements. Conducted audits under ISA, applying best practices across document submission and working paper preparation as an audit assistant. Contributed to improvements in audit documentation processes, increasing team efficiency by approximately 15-20%. Participated in risk assessments and internal control evaluations for businesses spanning multiple industry sectors.
Education
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Bachelor of Arts (BA)American University in BulgariaBusiness Administration
