Narmin Mirzayeva
Baku,Azerbaijan
Summary
Accomplished SAP S/4HANA FICO Consultant specialising in financial accounting and controlling. Expert in implementing and enhancing SAP solutions to meet operational and financial goals, with strong capabilities in product costing and financial reporting. Skilled in analysing business requirements and configuring SAP to optimise financial processes and improve reporting accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Lead SAP Financial and Controlling Consultant
Baku Steel Company CJSC
2024.07 - 2026.06
- Participated as a core team member in a large-scale SAP S/4HANA Greenfield implementation project, supporting end-to-end design and deployment of finance and controlling processes.
- Designed the business logic and functional requirements for a VAT substitution automation program, enabling automatic vendor-based postings and significantly reducing manual processing efforts.
- Collaborated with ABAP developers in the design, testing, and deployment of custom SAP developments, including customer and vendor reconciliation printout programs.
- Analyzed, validated, and prepared inventory data for migration activities, ensuring data quality and successful transition to the new SAP environment.
- Performed cost analysis and supported the correction of costing-related issues to improve data accuracy and reporting reliability.
- Executed month-end Material Ledger closing activities and supported actual costing processes within the manufacturing environment.
Lead SAP Financial and Controlling Consultant
Azersun Holding LLC
2021.01 - 2024.07
- Led SAP FI/CO activities across large-scale SAP transformation programs, including greenfield implementations, rollouts, and migration projects within manufacturing environments.
- Designed SAP authorization concepts, including role and object definition, and coordinated with Basis team to ensure proper access management.
- Collaborated with ABAP teams on the development, testing, and deployment of custom T-codes and reports aligned with business requirements, such as VAT substitution programme that reduced manual vendor base tax postings by 80%; customer and vendor reconciliation printout programmes, etc.
- Supported hypercare activities during go-live and ensured timely resolution of critical issues.
- Contributed to month-end closing activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and system integrity.
SAP SD Analyst
Azersun Holding LLC
2019.02 - 2019.12
- Supported sales order, delivery, billing, and customer master data processes, enhancing transaction accuracy and data integrity.
- Provided end-user support, training, and guidance to ensure effective utilisation of SAP SD functionalities.
- Analyzed user requirements and investigated system issues, collaborating with functional and technical teams to resolve issues effectively.
- Participated in system testing activities, including functional testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Assisted in preparing functional specifications and business process documentation, developing user training materials to facilitate understanding.
Lead Accountant Specialist
Azersun Holding LLC
2014.10 - 2019.01
- Managed accounting and financial control activities ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records and supporting documentation.
- Monitored production-related expenses and cost accounts, ensuring accurate allocation and recording of manufacturing costs.
- Performed monthly reconciliations with external business partners and group companies, ensuring the accuracy of intercompany balances and transactions.
- Managed payroll-related accounting activities, including salary postings, employee salary, advance accounts and related reconciliations within SAP.
- Participated as a Key User in SAP implementation and enhancement projects, supporting business requirement validation, testing activities, issue identification, and process improvements.
Accountant Specialist
Azersun Holding LLC
2014.03 - 2014.10
- Performed accounting and financial control activities ensuring accurate recording and monitoring of operational expenses.
- Monitored and controlled employee advance accounts, ensuring timely reconciliation and accurate recording of advance-related transactions.
- Supported cost monitoring and reporting processes by reviewing financial data and assisting in the preparation of management reports.
- Collaborated with internal departments to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial information and supporting documentation.
Project Specialist / SAP Implementation
Azersun Holding LLC
2013.09 - 2014.03
- Reviewed, translated, and validated AS-IS and Solution Design documents to ensure accuracy and consistency with business requirements.
- Coordinated the preparation and execution of test scenarios, test scripts, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) documentation.
- Assisted in end-user training activities by preparing training materials, supporting training sessions, and providing guidance to business users.
Research Assistant
CRRC (Caucasus Research Resource Centers)
2012.11 - 2013.07
- Utilised SPSS for data processing, analysis, and validation; delivered training sessions to interviewers and data entry operators on SPSS usage and data management procedures.
- Conducted face-to-face and telephone interviews, maintaining high data quality and adherence to research methodologies.
- Coordinated survey planning, respondent selection, and fieldwork activities for quantitative research projects, enhancing research efficiency.
- Created data visualisations, charts, and statistical summaries for reporting and publication on the organization's website, improving accessibility of research findings.
Education
MBA - General MBA
Khazar University - School of Economics and Management
2008.09 - 2012.06
BBA - Finance
Khazar University - School of Economics and Management
2008.09 - 2012.06
Skills
- SAP S/4HANA
- SAP FICO
- Data Migration
- Financial reporting
- ITSM/Jira
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Team building
- Leadership
- Analytical thinking mindset
Languages
Azerbaijani:
Native
English:
Advanced
Russian:
Intermediate
Turkish:
Fluent
Accomplishments
- High Honor Diploma - GPA 93 (Bachelor's degree)
- 8 "Dean's Honor Papers" - For best examination during semester
- Appreciation Award - For best examination - "Accounting principles and activities" exam held in Azersun Holding
- Appreciation Award - SAP project implementation - "Azersun Holding runs SAP"
- Appreciation Award - SAP project - "Azerbaijan Paper and Cardboard Production LLC Sales"
Timeline
Lead SAP Financial and Controlling Consultant
Baku Steel Company CJSC
2024.07 - 2026.06
Lead SAP Financial and Controlling Consultant
Azersun Holding LLC
2021.01 - 2024.07
SAP SD Analyst
Azersun Holding LLC
2019.02 - 2019.12
Lead Accountant Specialist
Azersun Holding LLC
2014.10 - 2019.01
Accountant Specialist
Azersun Holding LLC
2014.03 - 2014.10
Project Specialist / SAP Implementation
Azersun Holding LLC
2013.09 - 2014.03
Research Assistant
CRRC (Caucasus Research Resource Centers)
2012.11 - 2013.07
MBA - General MBA
Khazar University - School of Economics and Management
2008.09 - 2012.06
BBA - Finance
Khazar University - School of Economics and Management
2008.09 - 2012.06