SERDA OZDAMAR
RALEIGH,NC
Summary
- Dynamic Audit and Assurance Manager with 9 years of experience at KPMG, specializing in SOX compliance, US GAAP, IFRS, and ESG sustainability reporting. Extensive expertise in auditing domestic and multinational clients across the telecommunications, energy, software, banking, and manufacturing sectors. Led audit teams of 5-10 auditors, consistently delivering projects on time with over 90% client satisfaction. CPA (Turkiye), actively working toward CPA licensure in North Carolina.Took a career break for parental leave since 2022 and now eager to leverage my expertise in a new role, driving organizational success through a deep understanding of industry best practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit and Assurance Manager
KPMG
10.2013 - 06.2022
- Conducted audits for leading companies across various sectors, including telecommunications, energy, manufacturing, and software.
- Led consolidation projects for top-tier domestic and multinational clients in Turkiye, including clients generating over $1B in annual revenue, ensuring full compliance with International Accounting Standards (IAS).
- Audited financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Capital Markets Board regulations.
- Gained extensive experience in SOX compliance and US GAAP reporting through auditing multinational clients, including ABB Group and Goodyear, ensuring regulatory adherence and strengthening internal control systems.
- Reviewed business processes and internal control systems across industries, focusing on detailed analysis to enhance operational efficiency.
- Engaged in discussions with client representatives to identify process risks within their business operations, delivering tailored solutions.
- Supervised engagement team members, ensuring timely completion of assignments within budgetary constraints while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Contributed to the review of Integrated Annual Reports and Sustainability Reports, providing limited assurance on the "Selected Information" in the Sustainability Performance Indicators.
- Contributed to multiple ESG and sustainability reporting projects for prominent clients, including Vodafone, Garanti BBVA, Turkcell, TKYB, and Migros, while working at KPMG as an Audit and Assurance Manager. Provided review and limited assurance for sustainability data and collaborated internationally, particularly with KPMG Spain on Garanti BBVA integrated annual report. Demonstrated expertise in sustainability reporting across diverse industries, supporting the assurance of financial and non-financial information.
- Prepared audit and assurance proposals for new and existing clients, facilitating the internal client acceptance process and managing relevant documentation.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
University of Dokuz Eylul
IZMIR, TURKIYE01-2014
Skills
- Auditing
- Accounting Standards
- Internal audit
- Business process improvement and risk management
- Accounting
- Financial Statement Review
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Basic SQL for financial data analysis
- Sustainability reporting
Certification
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
TURMOB-TURKIYE, 2021
Sustainability Expertise Certificate Programme
Turkish Capital Markets Association (TCMA) and Sustainable Learning Development & Excellence Association (SEGM), 2021
Timeline
Audit and Assurance Manager
KPMG
10.2013 - 06.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
University of Dokuz Eylul
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