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Finance Director & CFO Candidate

Feza Öztürk

Zürich, Switzerland

“My primary objective is to elevate finance to a pivotal role as an indispensable partner, fueled by unwavering integrity and passion, unlocking our collective potential.”

Finance Director and CFO candidate with 20+ years of international expertise across FMCG, aviation, and maritime industries. Proven track record managing $3B+ operations at Swissport International as SVP of FP&A. Expert in corporate finance, digital transformation, and ERP implementation. CMA & CPA certified with MIT Sloan AI Strategy credential. Multilingual professional (English, Turkish, German, French) based in Zürich, Switzerland. Available for Finance Director, CFO, VP Finance, and Head of Finance roles.

Feza Öztürk, Finance Director - Professional headshot portrait, based in Zürich, Switzerland
20+Years Experience
$3BRevenue Managed
6Countries Operated In
4Languages Spoken

Core Competencies

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Corporate Finance StrategyCFO AdvisoryDigital TransformationERP ImplementationBudget & ForecastingPrivate EquityPublic MarketsS&OP / IBPFinancial ModelingMulti-Currency FinanceCapital InvestmentManagement ReportingAI StrategyTeam LeadershipStakeholder Management
Executive Profile

Credentials & Expertise

Professional Certifications

  • MIT Sloan

    AI Strategy Certification

  • Cornell University

    Executive Leadership Program

  • CMA

    Certified Management Accountant — IMA, USA

  • CPA

    Certified Public Accountant — Istanbul Chamber

Technical Proficiencies

  • SAP Business Warehouse & FICO
  • Oracle Hyperion
  • IBM Cognos
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Workspace

Languages

English

Native / Fluent

Turkish

Native

German

B2 — Professional Working

French

Conversational

Professional History

Career Journey

Jul 2021 – Present

Dilly Trading GmbH

Finance Director & Consultant

Directing all financial operations and strategic planning for a Swiss-based trading company. Managing end-to-end finance function including financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance.

  • Established financial infrastructure and reporting frameworks from the ground up
  • Implemented cost optimization strategies and internal financial controls
  • Managing multi-currency operations across international trading activities
  • Completed MIT Sloan AI Strategy Certification to integrate emerging technology into finance operations
Sep 2020 – Jun 2021

Professional Development

German Language & Swiss Market Integration

Strategic investment in German language acquisition (B1→B2) to strengthen professional capabilities in the DACH market. Enhanced ability to operate in German-speaking business environments — a critical asset for Swiss-based executive roles.

Dec 2019 – Aug 2020

Cavotec SA

Finance Business Partner | Ports & Maritime Division

Served as finance business partner for the Ports & Maritime division of this publicly listed industrial technology company, providing financial leadership during the COVID-19 crisis.

  • Developed advanced Excel-based forecasting model integrating KPIs and scenario analysis, critical for navigating COVID-19 financial uncertainty
  • Integrated financial reporting with Salesforce CRM, elevating data transparency and decision-making efficiency across the division
  • Implemented refined target-setting and daily tracking mechanisms, significantly improving customer acquisition and retention metrics
Aug 2018 – Nov 2019

Career Transition & Entrepreneurship

E-Commerce & Strategic Planning

Managed transition to Switzerland with focus on entrepreneurial ventures and professional development. Cornell University Executive Leadership Program completed during this period.

Aug 2016 – Aug 2018

Swissport International AG

Senior Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis, Group Finance

Led the entire FP&A department for the world's largest ground and cargo handling company ($3B revenue, 68,000+ employees). Reported directly to the Group CFO and established strategic business partnerships across HR, Procurement, and IT.

  • Overhauled the global annual budgeting process across 50+ countries, elevating transparency and accountability across the organization
  • Played a pivotal role in a major digital transformation initiative, implementing controls on capital investments to optimize resource allocation
  • Created and implemented the company's first-ever global management reporting standards, significantly enhancing data transparency
  • Served as key member of the ERP transition steering committee, ensuring seamless integration without disrupting ongoing management reporting
Aug 2015 – Aug 2016

Dilly Trading Sarl

Co-Founder & Managing Director

Co-founded and managed an international e-commerce venture from conception to launch, gaining first-hand entrepreneurial experience in market analysis, digital marketing, and operational management.

Dec 2014 – Aug 2015

Professional Development

French Language & Digital Skills

Acquired French language skills for the Suisse Romande market alongside web design and digital marketing certifications, building cross-functional digital capabilities.

Dec 1997 – Nov 2014

S.C. Johnson & Sons Inc.

Regional Finance Manager, FP&A — Progressive Career (17 Years)

17-year career journey from Financial Analyst to Regional Finance Manager at this Fortune 500 FMCG company. Led multi-faceted S&OP (IBP) processes at regional level across sales, marketing, product supply, and finance departments.

  • Built financial models measuring multi-currency impacts, eliminating up to 15% bottom-line profit uncertainty
  • Deployed the company's first fully integrated, system-driven financial planning process at HQ using Cognos/SAP FICO
  • Rationalized Executive S&OP process, reducing process time by 40% for 200+ stakeholders globally
  • Served as Head of Finance for a subsidiary during a 24-month crisis period, meeting all company performance targets
  • Led the inaugural S&OP process implementation worldwide, designing and deploying finance modules across EU countries
  • Received the SCJ Officer's Award — the company's highest recognition for leadership and performance
Sep 1994 – Dec 1997

Coopers & Lybrand (now PwC)

Senior Auditor · Turkey

Started career at one of the Big Six (now Big Four) accounting firms, building foundational expertise in audit, financial analysis, and corporate governance.

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Available for Finance Director, CFO, VP Finance, and Head of Finance positions in Switzerland and Europe. Open to both permanent and interim roles.