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Laman Karimli

Laman Karimli

Baku

Summary

  • Young and highly motivated external auditor with comprehensive knowledge of finance and accounting combined with proven ability to manage large and complex organizations across diverse industries in a role of both primary and component team member;
  • ACCA Student holding 7 out of 13 ACCA Papers.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Internal Auditor

The Ministry Of Digital Development And Transport
08.2023 - Current
  • Led comprehensive audits of sales and procurement processes ensuring regulatory compliance and best practices.
  • Developed audit plans, methodologies, and procedures for process effectiveness assessment.
  • Identified areas for improvement and recommended corrective actions.
  • Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation strategies for fraud risks.
  • Ensured compliance with laws and regulations, providing expert guidance.
  • Monitored regulatory changes and updated policies accordingly.
  • Facilitated stakeholder communication and collaboration.
  • Led stakeholder meetings and presentations to drive process improvement.
  • Supervised and mentored audit team, fostering excellence and accountability.
  • Promoted teamwork, collaboration, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Junior Associate / Associate I,II / Acting Senior

Ernst & Young, EY
10.2020 - 08.2023

Acting Senior

  • Conducted industry research and competitive analysis for strategic decision-making.
  • Aligned audit objectives with organizational goals through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Utilized strategic market analysis to identify opportunities and anticipate threats.
  • Led IFRS engagement coordination and review of deliverables.
  • Simultaneously audited three projects across different industries, reporting directly to manager.
  • Oversaw, trained, and guided junior auditing team members.
  • Audited financial statements of Oil & Gas companies according to PSA requirements.
  • Managed diverse client portfolio, setting and meeting goals.
  • Conducted verification inspections to minimize future audit risks.


Associate II

Junior Auditor & Associate I


Audit Associate

FinSoul Consulting
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Prepared working papers,reports and supporting documentation for audit findings;
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis ;
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts ;
  • Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings ;
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.

Internship in Tax & Legal Department

Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC)
07.2019 - 10.2019
  • Calculated local, state, federal and international taxes ;
  • Managed bookkeeping functions such as invoicing and account reconciliations ;
  • Organized client tax documents to facilitate quick preparation of tax returns ;
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information such as taxable income, deductibles and expenses.

Accounting Intern

CityNet LLC
01.2018 - 09.2018
  • Analyzed account information and reconciled financial discrepancies to maintain records integrity and compliance ;
  • Assisted seniors/managers with month-end closing and reporting duties ;
  • Completed balance sheet reconciliations and profit and loss statements with high accuracy ;
  • Reviewed and paid vendor invoices under supervision of seniors/managers ;
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies ;
  • Applied principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Audit

Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
Baku
09.2018 - 06.2020

Skills

    Technical skills:

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Office Word
  • Analytical Thinking Skills
  • Financial Accounting & Reporting
  • Management Accounting & Reporting

    Soft Skills :

  • Communication
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Leadership Skills

Certification

Certifications : ACCA

  • Accountant in Business (Formerly F1)
  • Management Accounting (Formerly F2)
  • Financial Accounting (Formerly F3)
  • Corporate and Business Law (Formerly F4)
  • Performance Management (Formerly F5)
  • Financial Reporting (Formerly F7)
  • Audit and Assurance (Formerly F8)


Honours

  • Winner of the 1st place position in the city-wide Mathematics contest among students from all schools in Baku , in 2013.
  • Earner of "EY Finance - Bronze Badge," which encompassed a series of learning modules and examinations as follows :



1. Introduction to the concept of corporate finance and understand what is included under this term ;

2. The choises organizations face when manking financial decisions and their broader impact ;

3. The role of modern capital markets and financial institutions.

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Azerbaijani
Proficient
C2
Russian
Proficient
C2
Turkish
Proficient
C2
German
Beginner
A1
Italian
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Executive Internal Auditor

The Ministry Of Digital Development And Transport
08.2023 - Current

Junior Associate / Associate I,II / Acting Senior

Ernst & Young, EY
10.2020 - 08.2023

Audit Associate

FinSoul Consulting
01.2020 - 08.2020

Internship in Tax & Legal Department

Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC)
07.2019 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Audit

Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
09.2018 - 06.2020

Accounting Intern

CityNet LLC
01.2018 - 09.2018

Certifications : ACCA

  • Accountant in Business (Formerly F1)
  • Management Accounting (Formerly F2)
  • Financial Accounting (Formerly F3)
  • Corporate and Business Law (Formerly F4)
  • Performance Management (Formerly F5)
  • Financial Reporting (Formerly F7)
  • Audit and Assurance (Formerly F8)


Honours

  • Winner of the 1st place position in the city-wide Mathematics contest among students from all schools in Baku , in 2013.
  • Earner of "EY Finance - Bronze Badge," which encompassed a series of learning modules and examinations as follows :



1. Introduction to the concept of corporate finance and understand what is included under this term ;

2. The choises organizations face when manking financial decisions and their broader impact ;

3. The role of modern capital markets and financial institutions.

Laman Karimli