Iryna Bloshchychak
Warsaw,Poland
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in SAP, Optima, JD Edwards, 1C, and Excel. Proficient in IFRS, Polish GAAP, and Ukrainian GAAP standards. Multilingual capabilities include C1 level English and Polish, A2 level German, and fluency in Ukrainian and Russian. Holds a category B driving license.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
International Accountanting Manager
Key.Study
Warsaw, Poland
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Coordinated accountants managing Polish, Maltese, and Canadian companies.
- Verified accounting records aligning with IFRS and local standards .
- Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration for improved workflow.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients to secure repeat business.
- Streamlined communication channels, enhanced internal information flow.
- Prepared and reviewed consolidated financial statements for the Group.
- Collaborated with auditors to prepare necessary documentation for audits.
- Monitored tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Analysed and optimised Group's international taxation strategies.
- Implemented automated accounting systems to enhance efficiency.
- Advised on corporate structuring, preparing financial documentation for international agreements.
General Ledger Specialist
Holcim Poland S.A.
Bydgoszcz
03.2022 - 05.2025
- Conducted reviews of accounting entries prepared by outsourced accounting providers; identified inconsistencies and implemented corrective actions, resulting in improved accuracy and compliance of financial records.
- Recorded financial transactions, including intercompany operations, fully aligned with internal policies, IFRS/Polish GAAP requirements.
- Developed, updated, and standardized internal documentation, accounting manuals, and process guidelines to improve clarity and consistency across the finance function.
- Actively participated in process-improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, automation, and quality of reporting.
- Prepared local statutory financial and tax reports, including:
- Balance Sheet & Profit and Loss (P&L)
- Corporate Income Tax (CIT) returns
- Value-Added Tax (VAT) declarations
- Social security (ZUS) reporting
Accounting & Finance Outsourcing
WealSolut
Kiev
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Key assignments:
- Managed outsourced accounting and financial services for multiple entities, including Porsche Immobilien Ukraine, Horeka Distribution, Medical Analytics, KMT-Consult, and Partnerway, Komplect Servise Trading House covering IFRS reporting, SAP implementation, transfer pricing, and tax compliance.
- Served as Chief Financial Officer for Agroprodservice West LLC during 2 years — led financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, and investor relations; presented results at shareholder meetings.
- Acted as Chief Accountant for Porsche Immobilien Ukraine LLC during 1 year — supervised statutory and IFRS reporting, SAP rollout, and Big4 audit coordination.
- Provided full accounting and reporting services for production and trading entities such as Horeka Distribution and Palaje LLC during 5 years.
- Oversaw payroll, VAT, CIT, and financial reporting for CSD Medical Analytics LLC and Medical Struktura LLC 4 years.
- Contracted audit firm KMT-Consult LLC specializing in transfer pricing documentation.
- Delivered outsourced accounting services for Partnerway LLC (IT sector) and individual entrepreneurs.
- Managed accounting reports and settlements related to international transport services for Komplect Servise Trading House LLC.
Accounting Manager
Lafarge Ukraine
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Mining & Quarry Development (800+ employees)
- Role: Country B2R Workstream SPOC
- 2016–2017
- Responsibilities:
- Supervised financial and tax accounting across three divisions, ensuring compliance with statutory and group policies.
- Managed AP, GL, tax postings, and CAPEX/OPEX classification.
- Coordinated annual audits with Big 4 firms and supported budgeting and reporting cycles.
- Served as Country SPOC (single person on contact) for the SAP European Business Model (EBM) Project – leading local implementation of B2R (book to report) finance processes.
- Conducted system testing, data migration validation, localization, and user training.
- Cooperated daily with central IT & process teams in Madrid to manage change requests and deploy standardized finance solutions.
- Organized Train-the-Trainer and end-user workshops in Madrid and Košice (Slovakia).
- Achievements:
- Delivered successful SAP Finance implementation and transition to Business-as-Usual.
- Improved efficiency and standardization of reporting and financial processes.
- Maintained dual responsibilities (SAP rollout + accounting leadership) under tight deadlines.
- Balanced SAP project leadership with Deputy Chief Accountant duties.
- Earlier: ERP JD Edwards implementation (2011).
Internal Auditor
Ukrlandinvest LLC / Valars Export LLC
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Agro-food industry (30,000+ employees)
- Valars Export- Ukrlandinvest-UkrlrandFarming-Avangard
- Responsibilities:
- Conducted on-site audits and financial reviews of companies targeted for acquisition by the owner, including analysis of financial statements, operational risks, and compliance.
- Performed audits of securities accounting and verified the accuracy of investment portfolios.
- Collaborated closely with asset valuers, actuaries during valuation procedures.
- Prepared IFRS financial statements and reporting packages for companies planning to enter the capital markets.
- Participated in IPO readiness assessments, including gap analyses, internal control improvements, and audit documentation preparation for international investors.
- Supported companies in obtaining international financing, ensuring transparency and compliance with IFRS and lender requirements.
- Provided consulting and training to local accountants on accounting standards, tax regulations.
- Conducted tax planning and optimization analyses to support efficient legal and corporate structures.
- Performed reviews of tax declarations for grain-export companies to ensure accuracy and compliance with Ukrainian tax legislation.
- Participated in pre-tax inspections, traveling on-site to review and evaluate documentation of group companies before official tax audits.
- Achievements:
- Successfully ensured clean results of pre-tax inspections, preventing penalties and reducing tax risks for group companies.
- Improved accuracy and reliability of securities and investment portfolio accounting.
- Designed and delivered training programs for accountants, increasing the overall competence and efficiency of local finance teams.
Chief Accountant
Tehnoagropolis LLC
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Agro-food industry (1,000+ employees)
- Led the finance function for the subsidiary Technoagropolis, covering the full scope of management, statutory, and financial reporting.
- Managed a team of 7 accountants and 2 economists, ensuring execution of all accounting and reporting activities.
- Oversaw accounting and operations related to securities.
- Prepared management reports, financial analyses, and technical–economic justifications used for obtaining bank loans.
- Performed tax planning to optimize the company’s tax position within applicable laws.
- Prepared and presented financial results and performance insights to shareholders and the Management Board.
- Drove automation and digitalization of accounting processes, implementing new tools, enhancing workflows, and reducing manual work.
- Key Achievements
- Successfully passed multiple tax inspections with no significant findings or penalties.
- Delivered full automation of core accounting processes, reducing manual workload, minimizing errors, and shortening month-end closing times.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Economics & Finance
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kiev
Kiev, Ukraine 09.2002 - 06.2007
Skills
- Systems: SAP, Optima, JD Edwards, 1C, Excel
- Standards: IFRS, Polish GAAP, Ukrainian GAAP
- Languages: English (C1), Polish (C1), German A2, Ukrainian & Russian – fluent
- Other: Driving licence cat B
Certification
- ACCA (2011–2021): DipIFR, Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business
- SKwP (Poland): Chief Accountant Certification (Level III), Chartered Chief Accountant (Level IV in progress)
Technical & Language Skills
Languages: English (C1), Polish (C1), Ukrainian & Russian – fluent
Timeline
International Accountanting Manager
Key.Study
03.2025 - 11.2025
General Ledger Specialist
Holcim Poland S.A.
03.2022 - 05.2025
Accounting & Finance Outsourcing
WealSolut
01.2017 - 01.2022
Accounting Manager
Lafarge Ukraine
01.2011 - 01.2017
Internal Auditor
Ukrlandinvest LLC / Valars Export LLC
01.2009 - 01.2011
Chief Accountant
Tehnoagropolis LLC
01.2003 - 01.2009
Diploma of Higher Education - Economics & Finance
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kiev
09.2002 - 06.2007