Project Management Professional with extensive experience leading financial and operational projects

across multinational environments in Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Syria. Skilled in driving process

improvements, optimizing financial workflows, and managing cross-functional teams to achieve strategic

objectives. Expertise spans project planning, risk mitigation, budgeting, business analysis, financial

governance, and system optimization. Known for delivering operational excellence, strengthening internal

controls, and improving financial performance using structured project-management frameworks.

LinkedIn | Bursa, Turkey | isam_s2002@yahoo.com | +90 530 628 5780

PROJECT MANAGER

AREA OF EXPERTISE

Project Planning & Execution

Financial Analysis & Budgeting

Process Improvement & Optimization

Risk Management & Compliance

Business Analysis & Requirements Mapping

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Project Manager / Payable Account Manager – Lilium Otelcilik Turizm Limited ?irketi, Turkey

Jan 2025 – Present

Lead financial process-improvement initiatives using project-management methodologies.

Manage end-to-end accounts payable operations and ensure accuracy in financial settlements.

Design and implement payment policies that strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance.

Supervise and mentor finance teams to enhance productivity and workflow efficiency.

Achievements

Improved operational workflows resulting in faster processing cycles.

Enhanced internal compliance through structured project-based control mechanisms.

Project Coordinator / Cash Operations Supervisor – Kalem Döviz Yetkili S?n?rl? Müessese A.?, Turkey

Feb 2021 – Dec 2024

Oversaw daily cash operations ensuring high accuracy and compliance.

Applied internal control frameworks to reduce financial discrepancies and operational risks.

Prepared financial summaries to support management decision-making.

Coordinated cross-departmental improvements aligned with operational goals.

Achievements

Strengthened accuracy of reporting and reduced operational risks.

Enhanced financial control processes through structured system improvements.

Project-Based Income Auditor – Nurcem Devremülk Gay. Yön. Tur. G?d. San. ve Tic. A.?, Turkey

Jan 2017 – Oct 2019

Audited revenue streams ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations.

Prepared analytical reports to support senior-management decisions.

Coordinated with operational teams to resolve discrepancies.

Supported implementation of improved financial-control procedures.

Achievements

Increased reporting accuracy through enhanced revenue-audit processes.

Contributed to improved financial transparency for management.

Cash-Flow & Cost Control

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Reporting & KPI Development

Strategic Planning

Operational Efficiency

ISAM SULTAN

Sales Executive Manager – Mescio?lu ?n?aat A.?, Turkey

Feb 2016 – Nov 2016

Led sales operations and managed a team to meet revenue targets.

Developed marketing strategies to increase commercial performance.

Built and maintained relationships with strategic clients.

Prepared sales forecasts and performance reports.

Achievements

Improved sales productivity through targeted strategies.

Expanded customer base across key operational areas.

General Accountant – P?rlant Saat ve Mücevher Paz. San. Tic. Ltd. ?ti, Turkey

Mar 2014 – Oct 2015

Prepared and reviewed financial entries, reconciliations, and monthly closing.

Generated tax and financial reports in compliance with local regulations.

Monitored daily accounting transactions and financial integrity.

Achievements

Improved accuracy of financial reporting.

Enhanced audit-readiness by strengthening documentation quality.

Previous Roles:

Senior Accountant – Asco Oil Tools, Syria - Jan 2009 – Feb 2010

Senior Accountant – Arnous Brothers Co, Syria - Jan 2009 – Feb 2010

Finance & Accounting Manager – Mohamed N. Hamzeh Factory Co, Jeddah, KSA - May 2004 – Feb 2008

KEY OPERATIONS & KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Financial Process Improvement Project – Lilium Otelcilik Turizm Ltd. ?ti, Turkey

Project Scope: Optimization of accounts payable workflows, internal controls, and payment-cycle efficiency.

Key Achievements: Designed and implemented a structured financial-control system that strengthened

compliance and reduced processing gaps. - Improved payment-cycle efficiency through workflow redesign

and clearer team responsibilities.

Cash Operations Governance Enhancement – Kalem Döviz Yetkili Müessese A.?, Turkey

Project Scope: Enhancing cash-management accuracy, risk controls, and reporting quality.

Key Achievements: Applied risk-control frameworks that minimized operational discrepancies and improved

daily cash accuracy. - Enhanced decision-making through more accurate and timely financial reporting.

Revenue Audit & Reporting Optimization – Nurcem Devremülk Gay. Yön. Tur. G?d. San. ve Tic. A.?,

Turkey

Project Scope: Strengthening revenue auditing and financial transparency.

Key Achievements: Developed analytical reporting models that increased management visibility and

supported strategic decisions.- Improved compliance and accuracy of revenue streams through enhanced

audit procedures.

Sales Performance Development Project – Mescio?lu ?n?aat A.?, Turkey

Project Scope: Improving sales productivity, team structure, and marketing strategies.

Key Achievements: Implemented targeted sales strategies that increased team effectiveness and customer

engagement. -Supported business growth by developing new marketing approaches and strengthening client

relationships.

Accounting System Enhancement – P?rlant Saat ve Mücevher, Turkey

Project Scope: Improving financial accuracy, documentation, and overall accounting workflows.

Key Achievements: Increased accuracy and consistency in financial statements through improved

procedures and reconciliation methods. - Enhanced audit-readiness by implementing structured

documentation standards.

Financial Control & Budgeting Projects – Mohamed N. Hamzeh Factory Co, KSA

Project Scope: Full financial restructuring, budgeting optimization, and compliance enhancement.

Key Achievements: Strengthened internal-control mechanisms resulting in improved financial governance.

Developed budgeting and reporting processes that aligned operational performance with strategic goals.

Cross-Functional Team Training & Capability Development

Project Scope: Building strong finance teams capable of delivering consistent operational performance.

Key Achievements: Trained multidisciplinary finance teams across multiple companies, enhancing

competency and efficiency. - Instilled project-management principles that improved departmental workflow

and accountability.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Led multiple finance and operational improvement projects delivering measurable workflow enhancements.

Strong background integrating financial functions with structured project-management methodologies.

Experienced in multinational environments with deep exposure to financial governance and internal controls.

Proven ability to drive organizational efficiency and team capability development.

Career Goals:

Lead large-scale cross-functional projects that drive operational excellence.

Expand expertise in business analysis and digital transformation initiatives.

Contribute to strategic decision-making through advanced project and financial insights.

Grow into a senior leadership role within project or operations management.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree in Economic Planning – Institute of Planning for Economic & Social Development

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics – University of Damascus

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING:

PMP – Project Management Professional (PMI)

PBA – Professional Business Analyst (PMI)

Google Data Analysis Certificate

Certified Accountant Preparation Course – Damascus

DELF French Language Certificate (4 Levels)

Spanish Language Course – Instituto Cervantes

Languages:

Arabic: Native

English: Professional Fluency

French: Intermediate

Turkish: Good

Spanish: Beginner

TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES

Project Management Tools: MS Project, Trello, Asana (basic)

Financial Systems & Reporting Tools

Internal Control & Audit Methodologies

Data Analysis Tools: Google Data Analysis Framework

MS Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint (Advanced)

Financial Documentation & Reporting Systems

Cash Management & Reconciliation Tools

ERP & Accounting Systems (various environments across Turkey, KSA, and Syria)