Gulush Garazada
Baku
Summary
Highly motivated finance professional with 10+ years of expertise in audit, financial reporting, and project budgeting across the oil, gas, and banking sectors. Skilled in IFRS compliance, strategic planning, and financial management for major projects. Experienced lecturer in managerial accounting, with a passion for simplifying complex financial concepts and driving impactful learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Financial Reporting, Budgeting Specialist
SOCAR Upstream MI LLC
09.2022 - Current
- Financial Analysis and Reporting: Regularly analyze the organization's financial performance and provide detailed, actionable reports to stakeholders.
- Strategic Financial Planning: Collaborate with the CFO and executive team to develop and implement long-term financial strategies.
- IFRS Compliance and Reporting: Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Month-End Closing Expertise: Manage the month-end closing process, including preparation of journal entries and resolution of complex accounting transactions.
- Management Reporting: Prepare and review monthly management reports for SOCAR's Head Office, delivering insights to inform decision-making.
- Budgeting and Cash Management: Oversee revenues, expenditures, and cash flow to ensure all operations align with budgetary constraints.
- Annual Budget Leadership: Develop, present, and manage comprehensive annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Committee Participation and Budgeting Oversight: Actively engage in operator committees, contributing to budgeting procedures and managing budgeting processes for two major projects: Absheron and UBEP.
Managerial Accounting Lecturer
Khazar University
01.2024 - Current
- Used various techniques to assess needs of individual students and extensive interpersonal training to assist students with core concepts in introductory financial and managerial accounting.
Auditor
EY
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Enhanced Internal Controls: Updated and improved internal control systems by refining audit programs, increasing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Implemented Corrective Measures: Designed and executed corrective actions to align business processes with auditing standards and best practices.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Supervised Audit Work: Reviewed and monitored the work of junior team members, offering guidance and feedback to uphold quality and accuracy standards.
- Financial Analysis: Analyzed IFRS standards, prepared financial reports, and ensured compliance with bank accounting procedures.
FAAS Specialist
EY
01.2019 - 10.2019
- IFRS Implementation: Assisted in implementing IFRS 15 (Revenue) and IFRS 16 (Leases) for clients in automotive and industrial sectors.
- Compliance and Analysis: Conducted research and ensured compliance with financial reporting and disclosure requirements.
- Issue Resolution: Identified challenges and provided recommendations for effective implementation of IFRS standards.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Economics, General Economics
Azerbaijan State Economy University
Skills
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration abilities
- Rapid learner with a proactive mindset
- Highly adaptable to new environments
- Skilled in quickly mastering new technologies
- Capable of navigating and thriving in challenging situations
Certificationscourses
- ACCA, 2945499, 12/01/13, pass
- Candidate CFA Level 1, 05/16/25
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Russian
Advanced
C1
Hobbies and Interests
- Practicing meditation for mindfulness and well-being
- Enjoying daily walks to stay active and refreshed
- Spending quality time with my daughter, fostering family bonds
- Continuously learning and exploring new skills and knowledge
Timeline
Managerial Accounting Lecturer
Khazar University
01.2024 - Current
Senior Financial Reporting, Budgeting Specialist
SOCAR Upstream MI LLC
09.2022 - Current
FAAS Specialist
EY
01.2019 - 10.2019
Auditor
EY
09.2018 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Economics, General Economics
Azerbaijan State Economy University
MBA - Business Administration
ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY
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