Murad Salman

Senior Finance Leader with 20+ years of experience across manufacturing, energy, and retail sectors in multinational environments. Proven track record in financial planning & analysis, controlling, and end-to-end finance operations for businesses exceeding $200M in revenue. Expert in driving cost optimization, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading high-performing teams. Strong background in SAP environments and international reporting standards (IFRS & US GAAP).

Factory Accounting & Finance Manager at Huntsman (2023-08 – 2026-03)

• Lead end-to-end finance operations for a $200M+ manufacturing business, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and operational priorities
• Delivered 6% reduction in operational costs through disciplined cost control and performance monitoring initiatives
• Own full budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles, providing actionable insights to senior leadership
• Drive month-end closing excellence, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with IFRS and internal policies
• Partner with plant leadership to improve operational efficiency, cost visibility, and decision-making
• Strengthen internal controls, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance, coordinating with internal and external auditors
• Develop and implement KPI dashboards and performance reporting tools, enhancing transparency and accountability
• Actively manage cash flow and working capital, supporting treasury and optimizing liquidity

Financial Controlling Manager AR&AP BPO at Cargill (2022-07 – 2023-08)

• Managed end-to-end financial closing, reporting, and variance analysis
• Led budgeting and forecasting processes for large-scale operations
• Ensured accurate tax reporting and compliance with local regulations
• Collaborated with global teams to standardize financial reporting
• Implemented cost optimization initiatives improving EBITDA margins

Financial Controlling Manager at Hitachi ABB (2019-01 – 2022-06)

• Translated global strategies into actionable financial plans
• Led budgeting, forecasting, and cost modeling processes
• Managed IFRS & local GAAP reporting and compliance
• Controlled working capital and conducted inventory/absorption analysis
• Delivered financial reports to Asia Pacific leadership
• Mentored finance teams and improved operational efficiency

EMEA FP&A Manager at English Home (2014-06 – 2019-01)

• Led FP&A activities across 6 countries (TR, PL, RO, UA, BG, GR)
• Delivered budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Identified revenue growth and cost optimization opportunities
• Strengthened internal controls and risk management processes
• Presented financial insights to senior stakeholders

EMEA Financial Controller at GE Healthcare (2011-02 – 2014-06)

• Led financial reporting and consolidation across EMEA
• Managed forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
• Prepared US GAAP reporting packages for global HQ
• Strengthened internal controls and audit processes
• Delivered clear financial insights through P&L analysis

Accounting & Finance Unit Head at Fagor Industrial (2007-02 – 2011-01)

• Managed full finance operations (AP/AR, GL, reporting)
• Led budgeting and forecasting for $100M+ operations
• Improved reporting accuracy and reduced closing timelines
• Coordinated statutory reporting and audits

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration – Eastern Mediterranean University (2001 – 2006)