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Honorata Kluska

Honorata Kluska

Wrocław

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

CA EFL SA
08.2018 - Current
  • Oversaw day-to-day back office , customer service and collection activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity. We started with the team of 220 FTE vs 168 FTE in 2023 , and turnover 500 MEURO yearly up to 1 Bilion Euro yearly
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency including implementation of AI ,
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
  • Analyzed business operations and implemented strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

CFO/ Group Finance Director

Credit Suisse
02.2016 - 07.2018
  • Insource of the finance and accounting services to Poland - 120 FTE
  • Outsource of the part of the group finance services to India - Outsourcing management
  • Services provided for CEE mainly Switzerland Uk Germany and France
  • Set and monitor key performance indicators for effective financial services
  • Delivered forward-thinking and bold insights to enhance business assets and report financial metrics.

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Director of Financial Services

Saint Gobain
02.2013 - 02.2016
  • Provide efficient high quality financial services for internal customers in CEE
  • Manage the team over 100 FTE
  • Responded to inquiries from clients and provided financial advice to drive fiscal growth.
  • Maintained updated records of all financial transactions to support traceability.
  • Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
  • Worked with clients to develop financial planning strategies and solutions through evaluation of finances.

CFO

Ruukki Polska SP.zo.o.
07.2011 - 02.2013
  • Oversaw budgets and forecast for factories in Poland
  • Implemented cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity.
  • Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
  • Tracked cash flow and financial planning to analyze company's financial strengths and weaknesses and propose strategic directions.
  • Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable to track income and expenditures, drive statutory compliance and provide quantitative financial information.

Finance Service Center Director

Ruukki currently SSAB
08.2007 - 07.2011
  • Greenfield project , set up new service center for CEE in the lift and shift model
  • CFO for Rautaruuki factories in Poland
  • Scope of the services Gl,AR,AP,CO,CM,Collection, MDM , P2P,O2C
  • Sale of the part of the company
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Finance Manager

Ruukki Polska Sp.zo.o.
12.2001 - 08.2007
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.

Finance Manager

Gates Rubber Corporation Polska
08.2000 - 11.2001
  • Greenfield new factory set up in Legnica
  • Trained new staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.

Chief Accountant

Bosch Braking Systems - Poland
01.1998 - 07.2000
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Implement SAP - key user
  • Implement Lean management and six sigma tools

Education

Master of Financial Economics -

Economy University in Poland
Poznań, Poland
06.2006

Post Graduate Studies - Psychology of Management

Polish Open University
Wrocław, Poland
06.2007

No Degree -

Human Resources Management
HRK
12.2006

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Waste Management and Reduction
  • Hiring and Onboarding
  • Nonprofit Communications - change management
  • Performance management and Optimization
  • Finance and Accounting Oversight
  • Network Intelligence
  • Operations Oversight
  • Improve Performance including AI implementations
  • Organizational Structuring
  • Lean Kaizen
  • Outsourcing

Languages

Polish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
German
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Director of Operations

CA EFL SA
08.2018 - Current

CFO/ Group Finance Director

Credit Suisse
02.2016 - 07.2018

Director of Financial Services

Saint Gobain
02.2013 - 02.2016

CFO

Ruukki Polska SP.zo.o.
07.2011 - 02.2013

Finance Service Center Director

Ruukki currently SSAB
08.2007 - 07.2011

Finance Manager

Ruukki Polska Sp.zo.o.
12.2001 - 08.2007

Finance Manager

Gates Rubber Corporation Polska
08.2000 - 11.2001

Chief Accountant

Bosch Braking Systems - Poland
01.1998 - 07.2000

Master of Financial Economics -

Economy University in Poland

Post Graduate Studies - Psychology of Management

Polish Open University

No Degree -

Human Resources Management
Honorata Kluska