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Ahmet Bircan Kara

Bellevue,WA

Summary

Analytical financial professional with extensive experience at JCR Euroasia Ratings and Kuwait Finance House Turkiye , excelling in credit risk analysis and financial reporting. Proven track record in managing a $3 billion exposure, enhancing compliance, and driving team collaboration. Adept at macroeconomic analysis, delivering strategic insights that optimize credit operations and support informed decision-making.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Rating Analyst

JCR Euroasia
Istanbul, Turkiye
08.2022 - 07.2025
  • Conducted credit risk analysis and financial assessments for clients across various sectors.
  • Prepared credit rating reports to support decision-making processes.
  • Collaborated with teams to improve financial intelligence and data accuracy.
  • Utilized analytical tools to evaluate financial health and market conditions.

FI Credits Supervisor

Kuwait Finance House
Istanbul, Turkiye
08.2019 - 08.2022
  • Oversaw credit operations and managed credit risk for a portfolio with approximately USD 3 billion in exposure.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and accurate credit processing workflows.
  • Developed and implemented credit strategies in compliance with regulatory requirements, aligning with treasury and foreign trade objectives.
  • Monitored portfolio performance and prepared detailed reports on credit quality and risk metrics.

FI Credits Specialist

Kuwait Finance House
Istanbul, Turkiye
11.2016 - 07.2019
  • Evaluated credit applications and performed risk analysis.
  • Supported credit decision-making with financial data interpretation.
  • Assisted in maintaining credit documentation and compliance.

Junior Financial Analyst

Kuwait Finance House
Istanbul, Turkiye
07.2015 - 10.2016
  • Conducted financial analysis and prepared reports for management.
  • Supported senior analysts with data collection and research.

Education

International Relations, Honors Degree

Middle East Technical University (METU)
Ankara, Turkiye
01.2015

Exchange Program - Political Science

Sam Houston State University
Texas, USA
06.2014

Exchange Program - Political Science

Marie Curie-Skłodowska University
Lublin, Poland
12.2013

Skills

  • Credit Risk Analysis
  • Financial Reporting
  • Macroeconomic Analysis
  • Corporate Finance
  • Commercial Banking
  • Financial Institutions
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management

References

  • Halil Ibrahim Yaman, Team Leader, JCR Euroasia, Istanbul, Turkiye, hib.yaman@gmail.com
  • Hulusi Girgin, Team Leader, JCR Euroasia, Istanbul, Turkiye, hulusi_girgin@gmail.com
  • Oktay Berksoy, Senior Supervisor, Economic Research & Asset and Liability Management, Kuwait Finance House, Istanbul, Turkiye, oktay.berksoy@gmail.com
  • Ali Ihsan Cetin, PhD, Faculty Member, Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University, Ankara, Turkiye, aliihsancetin22@gmail.com
  • Ahmet Kemal Sahin, Subject Matter Expert, Fimple, Istanbul,Turkiye, sahinahmetkemal@gmail.com

Languages

  • Turkish, Native
  • English, Professional Working Proficiency

Timeline

Rating Analyst

JCR Euroasia
08.2022 - 07.2025

FI Credits Supervisor

Kuwait Finance House
08.2019 - 08.2022

FI Credits Specialist

Kuwait Finance House
11.2016 - 07.2019

Junior Financial Analyst

Kuwait Finance House
07.2015 - 10.2016

International Relations, Honors Degree

Middle East Technical University (METU)

Exchange Program - Political Science

Sam Houston State University

Exchange Program - Political Science

Marie Curie-Skłodowska University

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