Hikmat S.
Head of Accounting
Experience
Jan 2024 - Present
1 year 11 monthsBaku, Azerbaijan
Head of Accounting
MJ Financial Services NBCO (Microfinance)
- Organized and supervised the accounting processes of the company’s head office and its branches
- Compared and analyzed credit portfolio accounting data with financial statement indicators and resolved any discrepancies
- Submitted VAT, corporate tax, SSPF and other reports
- Prepared and submitted reports to the Central Bank, including balance sheet, profit and loss statement, liquidity indicators, and solvency ratio in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Managed a credit portfolio worth 15,000,000 AZN, including risk assessment and ongoing monitoring
- Analyzed the credit portfolio by loan type, volume, outstanding balance, portfolio share, and identified overdue and non-performing loans based on delinquency periods
- Facilitated the compilation and submission of comprehensive financial documentation, including cash flow statements, profit and loss reports, and balance sheets to meet banking requirements for corporate credit facilities
Mar 2021 - Jan 2024
2 years 11 monthsBaku, Azerbaijan
Finance Team Lead
CyberSign LLC
- Prepared $500,000 debtors' status reports and followed up with debtors regarding outstanding invoices
- Prepared monthly profit and loss statements
- Supervised current projects in the department and conducted cost-benefit analyses
- Prepared cash flow and payment-in and payment-out reports
- Controlled the cash budget and optimally distributed funds on a daily basis
- Maintained records of documents related to vendors, subcontractors, and clients, including invoices and supporting documents
- Checked all contracts prepared by clients and vendors and informed managers of any defects
Jun 2017 - Mar 2021
3 years 10 monthsBaku, Azerbaijan
Chief Accountant
RSM International LLC
- Provided consultations to clients on tax and legal matters, positioning them for regulatory compliance and sound financial decision-making
- Submitted VAT, corporate tax, SSPF and other reports
- Oversaw the preparation of key financial documents, including financial statements, cash flow reports, and balance sheets
- Directed an accounting team, achieving 100% financial reporting accuracy and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Collaborated closely with senior leadership to craft and execute actionable growth strategies to drive business success
- Navigated complex interactions with tax authorities, securing favorable decisions and protecting the company’s financial interests
Aug 2015 - Jun 2017
1 year 11 monthsBaku, Azerbaijan
Senior Accountant
Veyseloglu Group of Companies
- Managed and optimized comprehensive financial records, ensuring a 100% accuracy rate in P&L and balance sheet presentations
- Streamlined tax audit processes and managed returns, reducing discrepancies by 80% and safeguarding organizational compliance
- Collaborated with senior teams to craft and deploy growth-oriented strategies that boosted business operations
- Identified and addressed inflated costing practices by key chains (e.g., Araz, Bazarstore), successfully recovering over 200,000₼
- Monitored and addressed outstanding debts, expediting collection processes and reducing overdue amounts by 40%
- Oversaw critical financial settlements, including bank statements, and ensured timely reports to the board, enhancing accountability
May 2013 - Aug 2015
2 years 4 monthsBaku, Azerbaijan
Tax Consultant
Deloitte & Touché LLC
- Streamlined tax services by efficiently preparing client returns, fund reports, and tax invoices, leading to enhanced client satisfaction
- Submitted VAT, corporate tax, SSPF and other reports
- Acted as the primary liaison with tax authorities, ensuring timely communication and translation for the head office
- Bolstered payroll accuracy and cash management using 1C software for meticulous financial tracking
Aug 2011 - May 2013
1 year 10 monthsBaku, Azerbaijan
Accountant
Prime Cotton LLC
- Streamlined product accounting processes, enhancing traceability and consistency in inventory
- Orchestrated regular stock-taking exercises, resulting in optimized inventory management
- Analyzed production tasks to improve insights into production capacity potential
Summary
Results-driven finance professional with a solid history of achievements in accounting, auditing, and financial analytics. Skilled in leveraging financial data to optimize processes, streamline workflows, and facilitate executive decision-making. Recognized for implementing technology-driven solutions, identifying financial discrepancies, and leading high-performing teams. Eager to further expertise in a creative organization that prioritizes innovation and sustainable growth.
- Financial Analytics & Financial Reporting
- Strategic Leadership & Team Development
- ERP Implementation & Business Optimization
- Tax Compliance Expert & Contract Oversight
- Debt Management & Risk Mitigation
Languages
Azerbaijani
NativeEnglish
AdvancedRussian
IntermediateEducation
Academy Europe Open University
MBA
Azerbaijan State Economic University
Bachelors in Finance · Finance · Baku, Azerbaijan
Certifications & licenses
Financial Modeling From LinkedIn
Finance Team Lead
CyberSign LLC
F1-F9 Certifications From ACCA
ACCA
Pms Mhbs (FRIS)
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