Anar Naghiyev
Baku,,Azerbaijan
Summary
Senior Finance Executive with over 20 years of expertise in banking and financial management. Former Chief Financial Officer of a leading bank in Caucasus, specializing in budgeting, financial control, and risk management. Demonstrated success in optimizing financial structures and enhancing governance frameworks to support executive decision-making. Extensive experience collaborating with Boards and managing large budgets in regulated environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
General Manager
SA Maritime
Baku
2023 - Current
- Established the company from inception, building full financial, governance, and management frameworks
- Defined corporate financial structure, internal controls, and executive reporting systems
- First logistical company in Elet zone (Azerbaijan)
- Launched the Afromax vessels in Azerbaijan for the first time
Official Representative in the Russian Federation
ASCO
2020 - 2022
- Represented the company at institutional and executive level
- Coordinated cross-border corporate and financial activities
Financial, Procurement & Audit Consultant
ASCO
Istanbul
2018 - 2020
- Provided financial, audit, and budget control advisory services
- Supported senior management in financial planning, efficiency improvement, and risk mitigation
Chief Financial Officer / Director of Accounting &
Azerbaijan International Bank (ABB)
Baku
2016 - 2017
- Led accounting, budgeting, and financial control functions at executive level
- Oversaw large-scale financial planning and internal control processes.
- Successfully optimized the bank’s budget structure, improving cost efficiency, and governance.
- Established innovative budgeting systems to enhance financial accuracy
- Automation of financial reports
- integration of advanced operational software platforms for banks, including Oracle and Flexcube
Acting Director, Accounting & Budget Department
ABB
Baku
2014 - 2015
- Performed full CFO-level responsibilities during the transition period.
Head of Budget Planning & Financial Control Divisi
ABB
Baku
2007 - 2014
- Led budget planning, monitoring, and financial control across the bank
- Managed large finance teams and ensured regulatory compliance
Senior Finance Roles
ABB
Baku
2001 - 2007
- Progressed through senior finance and budget control positions, building strong operational expertise
Education
Associate of Arts - Public Administration & State Management
Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy A
St.Petersburg, Russia01-2019
Ph.D. - Economics
Azerbaijan State University of Economics
01-2009
Master of Science - Economics
Azerbaijan State University of Economics
01-2002
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Azerbaijan State University of Economics
01-2000
Skills
- Corporate governance and executive reporting
- Budgeting and cost optimization
- Financial control and strategic planning
- Audit compliance and regulatory oversight
- Risk management and internal controls
- International banking operations
Languages
Azerbaijan
Native
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2
Turkish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Timeline
General Manager
SA Maritime
2023 - Current
Official Representative in the Russian Federation
ASCO
2020 - 2022
Financial, Procurement & Audit Consultant
ASCO
2018 - 2020
Chief Financial Officer / Director of Accounting &
Azerbaijan International Bank (ABB)
2016 - 2017
Acting Director, Accounting & Budget Department
ABB
2014 - 2015
Head of Budget Planning & Financial Control Divisi
ABB
2007 - 2014
Senior Finance Roles
ABB
2001 - 2007
Associate of Arts - Public Administration & State Management
Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy A
Ph.D. - Economics
Azerbaijan State University of Economics
Master of Science - Economics
Azerbaijan State University of Economics
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Azerbaijan State University of Economics