Nijat Valiyev
Finance Professional
Poznan,30
Summary
Finance professional with 3+ years of experience across financial reporting, Order-to-Cash, and Procure-to-Pay operations, combining strong analytical skills (SQL, Power BI, Python, Excel) with cross-functional stakeholder collaboration and process improvement. Skilled in variance analysis, KPI monitoring, and dashboard-driven reporting to support data-driven financial decision-making. Proven track record of translating financial data into actionable insights, having contributed to reduction in dispute volume and measurable improvements in cash flow, working capital and reporting efficiency across multiple projects. Combines hands-on financial operations experience with strong technical proficiency in data analysis and process automation.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
OtC Analyst
DFDS
08.2025 - Current
- Managed end-to-end Order-to-Cash operations including billing, cash application, AR reconciliation, and dispute resolution, ensuring accuracy and alignment with financial and operational targets.
- Monitored and reported on key OtC performance metrics (DSO, overdue balances, dispute volumes), identifying improvement areas and coordinating corrective actions with relevant stakeholders.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams (Finance, Sales, Master Data, Operations) to close process gaps, resolve system mismatches, and support ongoing finance transformation initiatives.
- Designed and maintained Power BI dashboards using SQL-driven data extraction to track invoicing status, uninvoiced balances, cash collection performance, and top dispute drivers - improving visibility for management-level decision-making.
- Delivered operational efficiency by identifying high-risk accounts early and analyzing payment trends and customer behavior, contributing to a 25% reduction in dispute volume and measurable improvement in cash flow.
- Automated AR reporting workflows using SQL and Power BI, reducing manual effort and standardizing reporting across OtC processes.
- Supported system and process improvement efforts within Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), identifying automation opportunities in collaboration with technical teams.
PtP Accountant
DFDS
11.2023 - 08.2025
- Managed end-to-end Procure-to-Pay operations, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with company policies and internal controls.
- Led month-end closing activities for the PtP function, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial statements within deadline.
- Oversaw supplier ledger controlling and conducted detailed vendor account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies related to outstanding invoices, credits, and payments.
- Matched purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to ensure proper authorization and approval prior to payment, maintaining process integrity and reducing payment risk.
- Partnered with Procurement and Finance teams to optimize the Procure-to-Pay workflow, improving vendor payment efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.
- Identified and implemented process improvements within Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), enhancing operational efficiency and standardizing PtP procedures.
- Accurately processed high volumes of supplier invoices, supporting consistent payment cycles and strong vendor relationships.
Jr. Finance Business Analyst
Ferrum Capital
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Analyzed financial and reporting data to identify trends and variances, supporting management decision-making.
- Built and maintained Power BI dashboards to track key financial metrics and improve reporting accuracy.
- Supported budgeting and forecasting processes, contributing to periodic financial planning cycles.
- Prepared financial models and reports to assist in evaluating business performance and financial drivers.
- Enhanced financial decision-making with comprehensive cost-benefit analysis and scenario planning.
- Prepared detailed reports and presentations for senior management review and approval.
Education
Master of Science - International Business
Poznań University of Economics And Business
Poznan07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Management
Baku State University
Baku06.2022
Skills
SQL, Power BI (DAX, Power Query), Data Visualization, Excel, Python (pandas, data preparation), Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), Snowflake, AWS, Macro
Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, KPI Tracking & Monitoring, Forecasting Support, Stakeholder Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, Lean Working Principles, Project management
Certification
ACCA Financial Accounting F3
Timeline
OtC Analyst
DFDS
08.2025 - Current
PtP Accountant
DFDS
11.2023 - 08.2025
Jr. Finance Business Analyst
Ferrum Capital
01.2020 - 08.2022
Master of Science - International Business
Poznań University of Economics And Business
Bachelor of Science - Management
Baku State University