Mehmet Mutlay

Experience

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  Arcelik Group

  Jul 2006 - Jul 2013

  • Managed cost accounting for a large-scale washing machine production facility, overseeing labor, production, and overhead cost allocations.• Prepared and monitored budgets, forecasts, and management reports, supporting strategic and operational decision-making.• Conducted trend analyses, profitability evaluations, and pricing assessments to align with corporate financial objectives.• Collaborated with headquarters to harmonize cost accounting practices and reporting frameworks during the final years in the role.• Delivered comprehensive financial reports to the Accounting Manager, ensuring compliance with organizational and industry standards. Show less

  • System Development

    Mar 2012 - Jul 2013

  • Cost Accounting

    Jul 2006 - Mar 2012
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  Defy Appliances

  Jul 2013 - Jan 2015

  Finance Reporting and Integration Manager

  • Directed financial integration and reporting processes for Defy Appliances following its acquisition by Arçelik.• Implemented SAP systems and harmonized financial operations with Arçelik’s corporate standards, ensuring seamless integration.• Developed and executed a comprehensive financial reporting framework, enhancing transparency and decision-making.• Supported daily financial operations, including cash flow management and risk assessment, to maintain business continuity.• Reported directly to the Defy CFO and Arçelik A.Ş CFO, ensuring strategic alignment and operational efficiency. Show less

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  Arcelik Group

  Jan 2015 - Sept 2019

  • Directed the financial management of a manufacturing facility specializing in washing machine production, ensuring alignment with corporate financial objectives.• Supervised a team of 10 accounting professionals, promoting continuous improvement in processes and team development.• Prepared and presented comprehensive financial statements and reports to the Executive Director, supporting data-driven decision-making.• Optimized accounting processes, strengthening compliance and enhancing operational efficiency.• Managed budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls, ensuring the accuracy of financial planning and performance analysis. Show less

  • Accounting Manager

    Jun 2015 - Sept 2019

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2015 - Jun 2015
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  Arcelik-LG

  Sept 2019 - now

  Chief Financial Officer

  • Providing strategic financial leadership for a 50-50 joint venture between Arçelik A.Ş and LG Electronics Inc., managing a dual-signature governance framework in collaboration with Korean counterparts to ensure robust decision-making.• Overseeing comprehensive financial operations, including financial planning, analysis, and risk management, to safeguard the company’s fiscal health and support long-term growth.• Leading a multidisciplinary team of 12 professionals across Legal, Budgeting, Accounting, and Finance functions, fostering operational excellence and a high-performance culture.• Driving the development and execution of corporate financial strategies, including cost optimization, capital allocation, and investment planning.• Partnering with the CEO to deliver actionable insights that enhance business performance, improve operational efficiency, and drive profitability.• Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and compliance with global financial standards and corporate policies.• Managing key stakeholder relationships, including banks, investors, and external auditors, to maintain strong financial credibility and secure funding opportunities.• Overseeing contract management and governance processes, ensuring adherence to legal standards and safeguarding joint venture agreements. Show less