Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
LANGUAGES
Certification
Disclaimer
Timeline
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Agnieszka Patrzylas

Agnieszka Patrzylas

Koszalin

Summary

Accomplished finance and HR specialist with 10+ years of experience in multinational environments. Proven ability to coordinate cross-country accounting operations (France, Lithuania, Hong Kong, Denmark, Belgium, Netherlands), manage payroll processes and ensure compliance with internal/external audits. Recognized for attention to details, adaptability and leadership in fast-paced settings. Open to work abroad.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounting Coordinator

SHIPCO TRANSPORT
06.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated month-end closing procedures, streamlining reporting processes for timely financial statement preparation.
  • Conducted regular audits of financial documents, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions to maintain accuracy.
  • Trained junior staff on accounting software and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Assisted with year-end audit preparation, gathering supporting documents and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely payments to vendors and customers alike.
  • Processed vendor invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies and accurate financial records.

HR Administration Specialist

GEA TUCHENHAGEN POLSKA
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Coordinated administrative tasks to enhance office efficiency and support operational goals.
  • Implemented filing systems to improve document retrieval and streamline workflows.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for meetings, ensuring effective time management across departments.
  • Facilitated smooth travel arrangements for executives by handling flight bookings, accommodations, transportation logistics, and itineraries in a timely manner.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.

SSC Senior Accountant

ESPERSEN POLAND SP. Z O.O. KOSZALIN
10.2021 - 11.2022
  • Providing services within AP; payments to suppliers; contact with external and internal clients; proactive role in reconciling accounts.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
  • Managed monthly financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Oversaw preparation of financial statements, delivering insights to support strategic decision-making.
  • Led audits and internal controls assessments, identifying opportunities for process improvements.
  • Trained and mentored junior accountants, fostering professional development and team collaboration.

Business Service Center Interim Team Leader

ESPERSEN POLAND
02.2019 - 09.2021
  • Leading the AP, AR and GL departments ensuring to deliver accurate, timely and consistent financial/tax reporting; ensuring timely settlement of payables to Espersen co-workers; supervising month-end and year-end-close tasks of all AP sub ledgers.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased output quality and reduced downtime.
  • Facilitated cross-functional communication to enhance workflow efficiency and resolve operational issues.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.

SSC Accountant

ESPERSEN POLAND
05.2016 - 01.2019
  • Verification, assigning and inputting of cost documents into ERP system.
  • Providing payments to the company suppliers/coworkers.
  • Daily supporting users of ERP system.
  • Creating and updating procedures and manuals in English; performing trainings for users and ongoing support.
  • Led monthly account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective measures.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.

Junior Accountant

ANDERSEN EURO HANDEL
12.2015 - 05.2016
  • Assisted in preparation of monthly financial reports and budgets for management review.
  • Supported external auditors by providing required documentation and clarifying inquiries.
  • Prepared journal entries and entered into system using Symphonia.
  • Managed supplier accounts and built lasting relationships with suppliers.
  • Improved efficiency in invoice processing, leading to timely payments and better cash flow management.

Accounting Clerk

ANDERSEN EURO HANDEL
09.2015 - 11.2015
  • Reconciled bank statements and ensured alignment with financial records.
  • Processed invoices and managed accounts payable with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Maintained general ledger entries, enhancing data integrity and reliability.
  • Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline accounting processes and reduce errors.

Office Clerk

ANDERSEN EURO HANDEL
04.2014 - 08.2015
  • Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and organization.
  • Processed invoices and maintained accurate records for financial tracking.
  • Assisted in inventory management, monitoring stock levels and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Trained new staff on office procedures, enhancing team performance and productivity.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.

Education

Master of Arts - European Studies

Institute of Social Policy And International Relations, Politechnika Koszalińska
Koszalin, Poland
07.2013

Bachelor of Arts - English Philology

Institute of Modern Languages And Social Communication, Politechnika Koszalińska
Koszalin, Poland
07.2010

Skills

  • Reliable time management
  • Dedicated professional
  • Flexible problem solver
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Efficient at acquiring new skills
  • Effective under pressure
  • Team player
  • Proficient in MS Office and Symphonia
  • Experienced with ERP systems including INFOR, Phoenix, and Workday

Hobbies and Interests

Books (King, Harris, Brown), films, rock music, travels, modern history (20th century), Lego.

LANGUAGES

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Elementary (A2)

Certification

  • Professional Training for Accountants (1st degree)- Stowarzyszenie Księgowych.
  • Professional Training for Accounting Specialists (2nd degree)- Stowarzyszenie Księgowych.
  • Payroll and HR Specialist- Stowarzyszenie Księgowych.
  • Excel Intermediate Level - Cognity Sp. z o.o.
  • Espersen Leadership Academy- Espersen A/S
  • Professional Controlling Level 1 – ADN Akademia
  • Stress Management and Emotional Control – Progress Project Sp. Z o.o.

Disclaimer

Wyrażam zgodę na przetwarzanie danych osobowych zawartych w mojej aplikacji dla potrzeb niezbędnych do realizacji procesów rekrutacyjnych zgodnie z ustawą z dnia 29 sierpnia1997 r. ochronie danych osobowych (tj. Dz. U. z 2014 r. poz. 1182).

Timeline

Accounting Coordinator

SHIPCO TRANSPORT
06.2023 - Current

HR Administration Specialist

GEA TUCHENHAGEN POLSKA
12.2022 - 06.2023

SSC Senior Accountant

ESPERSEN POLAND SP. Z O.O. KOSZALIN
10.2021 - 11.2022

Business Service Center Interim Team Leader

ESPERSEN POLAND
02.2019 - 09.2021

SSC Accountant

ESPERSEN POLAND
05.2016 - 01.2019

Junior Accountant

ANDERSEN EURO HANDEL
12.2015 - 05.2016

Accounting Clerk

ANDERSEN EURO HANDEL
09.2015 - 11.2015

Office Clerk

ANDERSEN EURO HANDEL
04.2014 - 08.2015

Master of Arts - European Studies

Institute of Social Policy And International Relations, Politechnika Koszalińska

Bachelor of Arts - English Philology

Institute of Modern Languages And Social Communication, Politechnika Koszalińska
Agnieszka Patrzylas