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Joanna Kasprzyk

Kraków,12

Summary

Seasoned Fund Accountant with 8 years of experience in fund accounting. Demonstrated success in leading teams to achieve accurate NAV calculations. Proficient in process optimization, team leadership, and problem-solving. Committed to driving excellence and cultivating a collaborative work environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Fund Accountant Supervisor

Brown Brothers Harriman
07.2023 - Current
  • Supervising and overseeing NAV calculation process for multiple funds to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  • Managing team of fund accountants, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.
  • Reviewing and approving NAV calculations and financial reports to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Implementing and improving procedures and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy in NAV processing.
  • Resolving escalated issues and providing solutions to complex problems in collaboration with team members and other departments.
  • Assign responsibility effectively based on experience and strengths of team members
  • Monitoring and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess team performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Conducting regular performance evaluations and providing feedback to team members to foster professional development and growth.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders, such as auditors and fund managers, to address inquiries and ensure transparency and accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Participating in strategic initiatives and projects to enhance NAV processing capabilities and streamline operations.

Senior Fund Accountant

Brown Brothers Harriman
04.2019 - 06.2023
  • Managing and overseeing process of preparing Net Asset Value (NAV) for funds.
  • Conducting meticulous analysis and reconciliation of fund transactions and positions to ensure financial reporting accuracy.
  • Performing daily valuations of client portfolios to ensure their correctness and reliability.
  • Investigating significant changes in market value to provide comprehensive analysis and reports.
  • Verifying corporate action events to maintain data integrity and compliance.
  • Resolving complex issues and escalating matters to ensure operational continuity.
  • Providing support and mentorship to junior team members, reviewing their work, and addressing emerging issues.
  • Minimizing risk of erroneous calculations through application of appropriate procedures and controls.
  • Executing tasks with accuracy and timeliness, ensuring compliance with set deadlines.
  • Collaborating with other departments to effectively resolve issues and achieve common goals.

Fund Accountant

Brown Brothers Harriman
12.2017 - 03.2018
  • Assisting in production of fund's Net Assets Value
  • Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by diligently reconciling fund transactions and positions.
  • Performing daily valuations of client's portfolio.
  • Investigate significant market value movements.
  • Verifying corporate action events

Intern - Accounting Departament

TELE-FONIKA Kable S.A.
07.2015 - 08.2015

The internship made during the holidays in the accounting department have allowed me to see the company environment from inside. My main task were :

  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Consolidate and control reports , issue corrective notes, work with Excel and SAP software.

Member of Scientific Club

Economy And Public Administration Club
10.2015 - 09.2018
  • As member of the Scientific Circle,I contribute to, co-creation of projects such as research, scientific conferences, scientific publications, organization of training, workshops and debates.

Waitress/Barmaid

Bona Media/Coffee Brothers / Cafe Zakątek
10.2012 - 04.2017
  • Working with people and team.
  • Continuous contact with foreign clients I have improved language communication.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.

Education

Certificate - International Investment Fund Services

The Institute of Banking
Ireland
05.2020

Master's Degree - Accounting And Financial Controlling

University of Economics in Cracow
Cracow
10.2018

Bechelor's Degree - Accounting And Financial Controlling

University of Economics in Cracow
Cracow
06.2016

Upper Intermediate - English

McGregor Language School
Poland
06.2012

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Net Asset Value Calculation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Staff Training
  • Time Management
  • Team Management
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Communication

Hobbies

From my earliest years, I've been passionate about dancing, which remains a cherished hobby in my free time. I'm also enthusiastic about hiking, running, and sports. Additionally, I enjoy engaging in board games for their strategic challenges, social interactions, and the lasting memories they create with friends and family.

Timeline

Fund Accountant Supervisor

Brown Brothers Harriman
07.2023 - Current

Senior Fund Accountant

Brown Brothers Harriman
04.2019 - 06.2023

Fund Accountant

Brown Brothers Harriman
12.2017 - 03.2018

Member of Scientific Club

Economy And Public Administration Club
10.2015 - 09.2018

Intern - Accounting Departament

TELE-FONIKA Kable S.A.
07.2015 - 08.2015

Waitress/Barmaid

Bona Media/Coffee Brothers / Cafe Zakątek
10.2012 - 04.2017

Certificate - International Investment Fund Services

The Institute of Banking

Master's Degree - Accounting And Financial Controlling

University of Economics in Cracow

Bechelor's Degree - Accounting And Financial Controlling

University of Economics in Cracow

Upper Intermediate - English

McGregor Language School
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