Based in Istanbul, Turan Fikirli is a Tax Manager at Fikirli YMM Ltd. Şti., where he leads engagements in tax audit, tax planning, accounting and tax consulting. He has over 25 years of experience working with Turkish and international companies.
Turan began his career at Andersen in 1995, progressing from intern to Experienced Assistant and later Tax Supervisor at Ernst & Young following Andersen’s liquidation. He then spent eight years at Destek YMM Ltd. Şti. as Tax Manager before joining Fikirli YMM.
Throughout his career, he has overseen numerous tax audit and consulting projects, including international restructuring operations, M&A due diligence and audits for major financial and industrial groups. He is also a licensed auditor accredited by the Public Oversight Accounting and Auditing Standards Authority.
Areas of expertise
- International and local group restructuring
- Tax audits and consulting for Turkish and international companies
- Financial sector tax audit and advisory
- M&A due diligence
- Development of tax legislation databases for global companies
Industries served
- Manufacturing (textile, leather, automotive, food & beverage, construction)
- Financial services (banks, leasing, factoring, insurance)
- Holdings
