Experience 

Ömer holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Accounting from Marmara University and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Economics and Finance. He began his career with internships at GAP Construction and Gayzer Capital, followed by progressive audit roles at Ernst & Young from 2021 to 2023, advancing from Audit Assistant to Senior Auditor. He then served as Experienced Senior Auditor at PwC and later as Transaction Services Associate at KPMG, where he conducted financial due diligence for M&A transactions involving corporate and private equity clients. His expertise spans financial auditing, due diligence, valuation analysis, and preparing high-quality reports that identify key deal issues and business drivers.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Ömer works as an Associate. He supports the team in tax compliance, financial statement preparation, and client advisory services, with a particular focus on U.S. taxation matters for Turkish and international clients. He applies his Big Four experience in auditing and transaction services to deliver accurate and efficient solutions. Ömer actively contributes to internal process improvements and assists senior staff in complex engagements.

In Daily Life

Outside of work, Ömer is passionate about political philosophy and individual liberties. He is a founding member of Biz Özgürüz Hareketi and Serbest Düşünce Derneği. He also pursues a distance-learning Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy at Anadolu University. In his free time, he enjoys reading, playing drums, debating ideas, and staying informed about economic and political developments.

Experience 

Arzum holds a BA in Economics from Hacettepe University and has been a Certified Public Accountant in Turkey since 2024. She began her career at Meridyen CPA in Ankara, Turkey progressing from Audit Associate to Senior Auditor. She led audit teams and conducted financial audits, internal control reviews, and IFRS-compliant reporting across various industries. She also played a key role in auditing the accounting policies and financial statements of these companies in accordance with IFRS standards, and in preparing IFRS-compliant financial reports.

After moving to the United States, she worked for 1.5 years at Sandalyeci USA, a furniture company, as an Accounting Coordinator. In this role, she was responsible for client communications, account reconciliations, month-end closings, and inventory-cost accounting.

She also initiated the Certified Public Accountant process in the U.S. and is currently an active CPA candidate.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Arzum provides accounting support to clients from various industries. Her responsibilities include monthly closings, depreciation schedules, sales tax returns, and financial reporting. She actively participates in system automation projects and contributes to the development of accounting processes.

Arzum is enthusiastic about her role at Manay CPA and is excited to gain valuable experience with such a supportive and professional team. She looks forward to advancing her career through continued education and training, and she values working in a collaborative, competent, and balanced work environment that aligns with the company’s vision and culture.

In Daily Life

Outside of work, Arzum enjoys singing, composing music, and playing classical guitar. She writes poetry, sketches in pencil, and stays active through regular workouts. She also enjoys reading—especially literature, psychology, and personal development—and values creativity and mindfulness in her daily life.

Experience 

Abdullah has over 8 years of experience in the accounting and auditing sectors. He began his career at an accounting office in 2014. Abdullah holds two diplomas: an Associate’s Degree in Accounting and Taxation, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Finance. He is an accountant candidate in Turkey. In 2021, he moved to Poland to study English and returned to his country after completing his language education. This experience helped Abdullah gain a broader vision and taught him the importance of being flexible and open-minded when working with people.

Role in Manay CPA

He recently joined the Manay CPA Accounting & Tax Services family as an Accounting Associate. Abdullah has a strong background in accounting and auditing. His areas of expertise include invoicing, bookkeeping, and payroll. He is very enthusiastic about this opportunity and is excited to gain valuable experience in such a large and reputable firm. He hopes the company will support his career development through continued education and training. Abdullah believes that a pleasant work environment, working with competent people, fair wages, work-life balance, and alignment with the company’s vision and culture are key elements of a fulfilling career.

In Daily Life

Beyond work, Abdullah enjoys cooking, camping in nature, and traveling. He is passionate about self-improvement and often takes online courses. Lastly, swimming is his favorite hobby in his free time.

Experience 

Firat is an individual with a background in economics. He graduated from Istanbul University, Department of Economics (English). During his university years, he broadened his international perspective by studying for two semesters at VSB – Technical University of Ostrava (Czech Republic) through the Erasmus+ program. He began his professional journey with an internship in Audit at KPMG. He later worked as an Audit Assistant at Yeditepe Bağımsız Denetim ve YMM A.Ş., where he gained hands-on experience in financial auditing, including analytical procedures. Thanks to these experiences, he strengthened his analytical thinking skills, attention to detail, and sense of professional responsibility.

Role in Manay CPA

As a Junior Associate at Manay CPA Inc., Fırat is expected to actively support audit and accounting processes while continuing to develop his technical knowledge and professional skills. He is expected to contribute to the preparation of financial statements, assist in audit procedures, and help ensure the accuracy of financial data. He also follows a lifelong learning mindset and is motivated to continuously improve both his personal and professional skills throughout his career.

In Daily Life

Firat enjoys spending time in nature, as it helps him relax and clear his mind. He also likes reading books in his free time to expand his knowledge and gain new perspectives. These activities support him in staying balanced and focused in his daily life and work.

Experience 

Hakan has a solid background in accounting, auditing, and financial reporting. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Marmara University. He began his professional career at Deloitte, where he worked as a Senior Auditor and took part in financial statement audits across multiple industries. During this period, he gained hands-on experience in consolidation processes, internal controls, and financial analysis. He later transitioned into corporate finance roles at the holding level, focusing on budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis. His professional approach is shaped by strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a structured mindset.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Hakan works as an Associate within the Accounting Operations team, providing accounting support to international clients. His responsibilities include onboarding new clients, supporting new business formations, and issuing invoices. He is involved in the preparation of depreciation schedules and GAAP-compliant financial statements. He also supports tax-related processes such as tax returns, tax research, and tax consultancy. In addition, Hakan contributes to payroll operations for both individual and corporate clients. Through his role, he supports the efficient and accurate delivery of Manay CPA’s accounting and advisory services.

In Daily Life

Outside of his professional life, Hakan has a strong interest in music and the arts. He plays the piano, guitar, and oud, and enjoys exploring different musical styles in his free time. Reading is an important part of his daily routine, and he takes pride in his carefully curated personal library. He believes that music and literature contribute to creativity, discipline, and continuous personal growth. Hakan values lifelong learning and self-improvement. He strives to maintain a balanced lifestyle by combining analytical work with creative pursuits.

Experience 

Hakan has a solid background in accounting, auditing, and financial reporting. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Marmara University. He began his professional career at Deloitte, where he worked as a Senior Auditor and took part in financial statement audits across multiple industries. During this period, he gained hands-on experience in consolidation processes, internal controls, and financial analysis. He later transitioned into corporate finance roles at the holding level, focusing on budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis. His professional approach is shaped by strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a structured mindset.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Hakan works as an Associate within the Accounting Operations team, providing accounting support to international clients. His responsibilities include onboarding new clients, supporting new business formations, and issuing invoices. He is involved in the preparation of depreciation schedules and GAAP-compliant financial statements. He also supports tax-related processes such as tax returns, tax research, and tax consultancy. In addition, Hakan contributes to payroll operations for both individual and corporate clients. Through his role, he supports the efficient and accurate delivery of Manay CPA’s accounting and advisory services.

In Daily Life

Outside of his professional life, Hakan has a strong interest in music and the arts. He plays the piano, guitar, and oud, and enjoys exploring different musical styles in his free time. Reading is an important part of his daily routine, and he takes pride in his carefully curated personal library. He believes that music and literature contribute to creativity, discipline, and continuous personal growth. Hakan values lifelong learning and self-improvement. He strives to maintain a balanced lifestyle by combining analytical work with creative pursuits.

Experience 

Begüm Suran graduated from Ege University with a degree in Economics and also studied at Universität Hamburg through the Erasmus Exchange Program. She began her career at Deloitte Turkey, where she worked as an External Auditor in industries such as energy, recycling, hospitality, and manufacturing. In this role, she gained strong experience in IFRS reporting, internal controls, and financial statement audits, while collaborating with client teams across different business areas. These experiences gave her a solid foundation in both technical knowledge and practical problem-solving.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Begüm works as an Associate. She supports clients in accounting and tax processes, assists with financial statement preparation, and helps ensure compliance with reporting requirements. With her audit background, she focuses on accuracy, attention to detail, and maintaining high standards in documentation and reporting. She enjoys working in a collaborative environment and contributing to effective client service.

In Daily Life

Outside of work, Begüm enjoys playing tennis, staying active, and traveling. Exploring new places and experiencing different cultures are among her favorite ways to spend her free time.

Experience 

Begüm Suran graduated from Ege University with a degree in Economics and also studied at Universität Hamburg through the Erasmus Exchange Program. She began her career at Deloitte Turkey, where she worked as an External Auditor in industries such as energy, recycling, hospitality, and manufacturing. In this role, she gained strong experience in IFRS reporting, internal controls, and financial statement audits, while collaborating with client teams across different business areas. These experiences gave her a solid foundation in both technical knowledge and practical problem-solving.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Begüm works as an Associate. She supports clients in accounting and tax processes, assists with financial statement preparation, and helps ensure compliance with reporting requirements. With her audit background, she focuses on accuracy, attention to detail, and maintaining high standards in documentation and reporting. She enjoys working in a collaborative environment and contributing to effective client service.

In Daily Life

Outside of work, Begüm enjoys playing tennis, staying active, and traveling. Exploring new places and experiencing different cultures are among her favorite ways to spend her free time.

Experience 

Begüm Suran graduated from Ege University with a degree in Economics and also studied at Universität Hamburg through the Erasmus Exchange Program. She began her career at Deloitte Turkey, where she worked as an External Auditor in industries such as energy, recycling, hospitality, and manufacturing. In this role, she gained strong experience in IFRS reporting, internal controls, and financial statement audits, while collaborating with client teams across different business areas. These experiences gave her a solid foundation in both technical knowledge and practical problem-solving.

Role in Manay CPA

At Manay CPA, Begüm works as an Associate. She supports clients in accounting and tax processes, assists with financial statement preparation, and helps ensure compliance with reporting requirements. With her audit background, she focuses on accuracy, attention to detail, and maintaining high standards in documentation and reporting. She enjoys working in a collaborative environment and contributing to effective client service.

In Daily Life

Outside of work, Begüm enjoys playing tennis, staying active, and traveling. Exploring new places and experiencing different cultures are among her favorite ways to spend her free time.

Experience 

Utku graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Industrial Engineering with Bachelor’s Degree and he is still studying Economics in Anadolu University’s open-education program.

Utku began his career in Accounts Payable Department of JTI as a New Graduate. He gained experience in daily and monthly accounting processes, financial statements and year-end activities

Role in Manay CPA

Utku provides accounting support to major financial accounting areas including Onboarding New Clients, New Business Formation, Issuing Invoices, Depreciation Schedules, Financial Statements according to GAAP, all types of Tax Returns, and Tax Research, and Tax Consultancy. Payroll for both individuals and corporates and other accounting and sales duties as needed.

Utku is thrilled about the opportunity at Manay CPA and is happy to be able to gain valuable experience with such a great company. He expects the company to support his career development, including education and training. In his thoughts, having an enjoyable work environment, working with friendly people, being fairly compensated are key aspects of a fulfilling work life.

In Daily Life

Outside of work, Utku does Yoga. He loves doing research on subjects he’s curious about, mainly astronomy and science related subjects. Playing chess & other types of strategy games, learning new languages and swimming are among the activities he loves.

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