An approach shaped by experience
A career beginning in 1994 and spanning BDO Denet, Pirelli, Rafine Billur Tuz, Swatch Group Türkiye and DHL Freight supports an assessment of matters beyond compliance, including their impact on business decisions.
Experienced accounting, IFRS and AI-focused finance support
Professional support combining audit, accounting and finance experience built since 1994 with IFRS/TFRS knowledge, English financial communication and AI integrations suited to real business needs.
If you are looking for an accountant in Istanbul
Businesses looking for an experienced accountant or financial adviser in Istanbul can work with Özcan Kutlu, SMMM, whose career spans more than 30 years since 1994 across audit, accounting and finance. IFRS/TFRS, English financial communication and AI integration support is based in Şişli, Istanbul, with suitable engagements delivered digitally across Türkiye.
Every business has different needs. The approach is built on sound accounting, clear reporting and technology that delivers practical value.
IFRS/TFRS knowledge
Needs under international and Turkish financial reporting standards are assessed together with the nature of each transaction and the company’s reporting objectives.
English communication and reporting
Support is available for English correspondence, financial communication and management reporting with international shareholders, managers and teams.
AI and digital process focus
Suitable AI and automation opportunities are identified in recurring finance and accounting work, while preserving controls, confidentiality and human review.
Istanbul-based, digitally accessible
Businesses in Istanbul are served from Şişli, while suitable engagements can be carried out online across Türkiye.
Areas of expertise and service
The scope is defined after reviewing the business structure and its actual needs.
Accounting and financial advisory
Structured, clear support for accounting, filings and financial advisory under the Turkish Tax Procedure Law (VUK) and related legislation.
IFRS/TFRS reporting support
Assessing how standards affect transactions, defining reporting needs and preparing understandable financial outputs for management.
English financial communication
Support with international stakeholder correspondence, explanations of reports, English financial presentations and management reporting.
AI integration and automation
Reviewing finance and accounting processes, then designing appropriate AI-assisted workflows, automation and control mechanisms.
Company formation
Support for establishing sole proprietorships, limited companies and joint-stock companies in Türkiye, including formation steps, tax registration and accounting setup.
Work that makes experience visible
Expertise is supported not only by statements, but also by career history, published content and publicly available digital tools.
Corporate finance experience
The 30+ year career beginning in 1994 includes roles from accounting to financial operations management at BDO Denet, Pirelli, Rafine Billur Tuz, Swatch Group Türkiye and DHL Freight.
Publicly available calculators
Online tools developed for tax, payroll, IFRS and finance topics show how technical knowledge is translated into practical solutions.
Articles and practical guides
Published content on accounting, tax, IFRS and financial technology provides concrete evidence of the approach and areas of expertise.
Accessible from Şişli, Istanbul
In-person meetings are planned around the Istanbul working arrangement; digital communication is available across Türkiye for suitable projects.
Frequently asked questions
Why work with Özcan Kutlu as an accountant?
Özcan Kutlu combines corporate accounting and finance experience with SMMM credentials, IFRS/TFRS knowledge, English communication and a digital-process perspective. Suitability is assessed against your business needs and the expected scope.
What IFRS/TFRS support is available?
Support may cover assessing transactions under the relevant standards, defining reporting needs and preparing clear financial outputs. The exact scope is set after reviewing the company’s records and reporting objectives.
Are accounting services available in English?
Yes. English correspondence, financial communication with international stakeholders, report explanations and management reporting needs can be supported. Details are agreed during the initial meeting.
How is AI integrated into accounting processes?
The existing workflow and data structure are reviewed first. AI or automation options are then identified for suitable recurring tasks, with human oversight, data confidentiality and practicality taken into account.
What types of businesses do you work with?
Potential clients include SMEs, companies with international stakeholders, growing ventures, and teams with reporting or digitalisation needs. Each request is assessed separately for capacity and expertise fit.
What is covered in the first meeting?
The discussion covers the business structure, current issue, expected outcome, data and reporting setup, and timing. A suitable service scope and working method are then shared clearly.
Let’s assess your needs together
Briefly share your accounting, IFRS/TFRS, English reporting or AI integration needs so we can define an appropriate scope together.
The initial meeting is intended to assess the need and whether working together is a good fit.