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Fempower Program

2025-2026 Fall Semester Teaching assistant of Microeconomics course (ECON211)for Industrial Engineering students

2024-2025 Spring semester Teaching assistant of Macroeconomics course (ECON212) for Industrial Engineering students

Young Talent Program -Utilized Logo ERP to record and monitor accounting data efficiently. -Performed cost analyses, invoice creation, and invoice entry across multiple subsidiaries within Güriş Holding. -Managed financial expense restrictions and executed bank transactions and operations. -Contributed to month-end closing by reconciling accounts and preparing journal entries. -Issued insurance policies and maintained accurate documentation for corporate risk management. -Supported accounting and finance operations for BIST-listed subsidiaries such as PARSAN, DOKTA, and MOGAN. -Assisted in preparing balance sheets, income statements, and other statutory financial reports. -Drafted tax declarations (VAT, withholding, and other statements) in compliance with regulations. -Processed invoices and dispatch notes, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting. -Developed comprehensive exposure to corporate accounting, finance, and regulatory practices in a diversified holding structure.

-Assisted in portfolio management for a large base of corporate clients. -Participated in client visits to strengthen relationships, understand business needs, and identify tailored banking solutions. -Promoted and structured banking products such as corporate loans, credit facilities (e.g. Vinov loans), and letters of guarantee. -Monitored and managed clients’ cash positions, credit limits, and transactional flows to support optimal liquidity. -Processed and tracked checks and promissory notes, ensuring compliance with banking procedures. -Requested and reviewed credit scores (e.g., Findeks) to assess risk, support limit increases/decreases, and maintain portfolio health. -Produced quarterly profitability analyses by evaluating revenue contribution of key clients. -Reported on import/export volumes, identifying trends and potential opportunities for targeted banking services. -Collaborated with corporate finance teams to design customized solutions that improved client satisfaction and retention. -Strengthened communication and negotiation skills by maintaining continuous contact with decision-makers in client companies.

-Supported procurement processes by assisting in supplier selection, tender evaluation, and purchase order tracking. -Worked with SAP ERP to manage purchasing records and streamline operational workflows. -Utilized Microsoft Excel to automate reporting and enhance data analysis. -Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align purchasing strategies with departmental goals. -Contributed to cost-saving initiatives and process optimization in the supply chain. -Contributed to the sustainable supply chain events for promoting sustainability in supply chain processes

Worked at Kamu Sermayeli Kuruluş ve İşletmeler Genel Müdürlüğü/Directorate of State Owned Enterprises -Assisted in the preparation of financial and operational performance reports for state-owned enterprises. -Conducted data analysis to support evaluations of public company efficiency and compliance. -Engaged in interdepartmental meetings, contributing to discussions on policy and enterprise management. -Gained exposure to public finance systems, governance, and institutional decision-making. -Developed strong analytical and research skills within a governmental context.

Worked as Student Assistant at Disability Support Office -Supported visually impaired graduate students with academic tasks including research, formatting, and document preparation. -Facilitated access to educational materials by adapting content and providing personalized support. -Strengthened interpersonal and communication skills through daily engagement with students and staff. -Promoted inclusion and accessibility within the university environment. -Developed strong attention to detail and time management through academic assistance responsibilities.

Operational Research Minor Program Among three students who had been accepted to the program Completed coursework: Linear Programming Nonlinear Programming Integer Programming Network Flows Decision Analysis Topics in Optimization