Aytaj Ibrahimova

Experience

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  BestComp Group

  Sept 2008 - Sept 2009

  Financial Assistant (intern)

  Conducted payment tracking and reconciliation, identifying delays and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution.Communicated between finance and operations teams, enhancing efficiency in payment processes.Prepared detailed reports on payment statuses and delays, providing actionable insights to the Finance Manager for strategic decision-making.Gained hands-on experience in financial analysis, cash flow management, and process optimization, contributing to improved financial operations. Show less

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  State Oil Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan

  Mar 2013 - Aug 2016

  Global Market Analysis and Investment Research: Conducted comprehensive sector-based and macroeconomic analyses to identify and evaluate new fixed income investment opportunities, informing strategic asset allocation decisions.Fixed Income Trading and Portfolio Management: Executed trades and managed a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities, negotiating terms to optimize yields and align with investment strategies.Corporate Actions Analysis: Assessed corporate actions and their potential impacts on portfolio performance, implementing strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.Performance Evaluation and Strategy Development: Developed and implemented a portfolio performance evaluation system, to analyze portfolio position and assist strategic decision-making.System Enhancement and Risk Assessment: Collaborated on the testing and enhancement of internal trading systems, and participated in counterparty risk evaluation, ensuring robust and efficient trading operations. Show less

  • Advanced Trader

    Jan 2016 - Aug 2016

  • Trader of Fixed Income Securities

    Mar 2013 - Jan 2016
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  Azerbaijan State University of Economics • UNEC

  Oct 2016 - Jan 2017

  Lecturer

  Delivered a comprehensive Financial Analysis curriculum to MBA students, integrating key concepts from the CFA program to provide practical, industry-relevant knowledge.Designed and taught coursework focusing on the analysis of financial statements and key performance metrics, equipping students with critical analytical skills.Mentored students on applying theoretical concepts to real-world financial scenarios, fostering their professional development and critical thinking abilities.Developed skills in curriculum design, public speaking, and knowledge dissemination, further enhancing expertise in finance and education. Show less

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  Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund of Azerbaijan

  Apr 2018 - Feb 2020

  Project Valuation Specialist

  Financial Analysis and Risk Assessment: Implemented comprehensive evaluations of financial statements and non-financial factors of applicant firms in comparison to industry specific metrics, identifying key risk factors to assess strategic lending decisions.Forecasting and Modelling: Conducted future cash flow assessments, financial projections, and profitability analyses to support decision-making.Strategic Advisory: Advised clients on optimizing business structures and enhancing financial credibility, leading to improved creditworthiness and successful funding outcomes.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Member of the Internal Credit Rating Model Development and Process Simplification teams, contributing to operational improvements and risk assessment accuracy.Key Achievements:• Process Optimization and Automation: Developed VBA-based automation tools to streamline internal rating models, credit guarantee contracts, and portfolio analysis, improving efficiency and accuracy.• Team Leadership: Led a team of analysts during high-volume credit application periods, ensuring timely and high-quality evaluations.• Pioneering Initiatives: Initiated and successfully executed the first project financed by the Credit Guarantee Department. Show less

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  Korpu Social Project

  Jun 2019 - now

  Co-Founder

  “Körpü Social project” is a single socially focused online platform through which we unites projects and events with social impact. Our team is focused on organizing and promoting projects with positive social impact on a non-profit basis. Our main goal is to connect volunteers with project teams, project leaders with financial sponsors and to inform public about the ongoing projects in one single platform.Platform Development and Community Engagement: Established a centralized online platform to connect volunteers, project leaders, and financial sponsors, facilitating collaboration on socially impactful projects.Pandemic Relief Initiative: During the COVID-19 lockdown, orchestrated a relief effort that provided essential groceries to 120 families, addressing immediate community needs.#SənDəDüşün Campaign: Launched the "#SənDəDüşün" ("You Also Think About It") initiative, producing and publishing video interviews that highlighted individuals leading notable social projects, thereby raising public awareness and inspiring community involvement. Show less

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  Azerbaijan-United Kingdom Alumni Association

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2021

  Board Member

  Collaborated as one of five board members (and the only female representative) to lead the Azerbaijan-UK Alumni Association, working closely with the British Embassy and British Council to foster impactful initiatives.Participated in team efforts to organize and execute socially impactful projects during the COVID-19 lockdown, including interviews with Azerbaijani professionals abroad (primarily scientists) and individuals leading notable social projects, raising public awareness and inspiring community engagement.Co-organized the Secret Santa initiative for orphans, delivering gifts to children in need and enhancing community support networks.Partnered with "Körpü Social Project" to amplify the impact of joint projects, building sustainable collaborations and driving social value.Developed skills in stakeholder engagement, event coordination, and team collaboration while supporting non-profit activities to strengthen alumni networks and social causes. Show less

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  ReTouch Architecture and Design

  Feb 2020 - now

  Founder and Business Development Manager

  Strategic Planning and Market Expansion: Developed and executed comprehensive business strategies, leading to a 40% increase in client acquisition and a 35% boost in annual revenue over a period of five years.Client Engagement and Project Management: Led a team to successfully complete over 200 projects within one year out of which 80 being corporate projects, by effectively managing client relationships and project workflows.Innovative Service Development: Launched Azerbaijan's first comprehensive business solutions product encompassing design, strategy, and communication, diversifying service offerings and capturing new market segments.International Expansion: Established an international division and secured an annual partnership with a Canadian firm, expanding the company's global footprint.Industry Recognition: Secured 3rd Place in the Azerbaijan Design Award for a residential design project, enhancing the company's reputation for excellence; additionally was featured in Nargis Magazine and radio interviews. Show less