Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part Leader of the Accounting Department
Samsung Electronics Polska Sp. Z O.o.
01.2023 - Current
Verification and approval of accounting documents in the Company's accounting system, in particular, cost and sales invoices, customs clearance, business trip settlements, employee settlements (cash and corporate cards), purchase and registration of fixed assets, accrual posting,
Cooperation with the Shared Service Center located in Romania in terms of maintaining the Company's financial books by inspecting the services provided by the SSC and initiating corrective actions when necessary,
Ensuring compliance with group procedures in the accounting and tax areas,
Participation in reporting for group purposes,
Preparation of tax statements - APA-C, IFT, as well as participation in preparation of JPK VAT files,
Close cooperation with tax advisor and external tax advisors,
Preparation of selected reports to the Central Statistical Office,
Participation in month and year-end closing processes,
Providing day-to-day accounting and tax support to business and other supporting departments,
Support maintenance and improvement of Key Performance Indicators in accounting,
Resolving, overseeing and escalating identified issues,
Participation and coordination of external and internal audits,
Participation in the payment process,
Registration, settlement and control of the lease agreements in accordance with IFRS16,
Monthly calculation of withholding tax,
Participation and support in tax projects such as recovery of foreign VAT from EU countries, minimum tax, KSeF, verification of Prepared transfer pricing documentation,
Implementation of post-audit recovery plans,
Management of a 10-person Accounting team,
Supporting the team in day-to-day matters, setting rules to avoid conflicts, creating a friendly working environment, and co-creating a team where members support each other,
Organizing regular team and f2f meetings, as well as in smaller, thematic groups,
Setting annual goals for team members and Conducting annual evaluations.
Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs.
Trained employees on accounting services and assigned duties.
Senior Expert Accountant
Samsung Electronics Polska Sp. Z O.o.
11.2015 - 12.2022
Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.Participate in and coordinate the research and development tax relief project, preparing tax documentation,
Taking an active part in the implementation of group projects at the company level e.g.: implementation of Shared Service Center, implementation of a new version of SAP, as well as local projects, especially those resulting from legal requirements.
Participation in the development of internal systems concerning e.g.: electronic circulation and acceptance of invoices by the business owner, and accounting for employee benefits from a tax perspective,
Coordinate changes initiated by HQ in accounting processes,
Analysis and control of vendor balances and general ledger accounts,
Preparation of documentation for Tax Offices when carrying out inspections
Preparation of monthly report of open transactions with comments and steps taken to settle transactions on time
Senior Accounting Specialist
Horiba ABX Sp. Z O.o.,
05.2014 - 10.2015
Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
Accounting of various types of documents (including but not limited to purchase invoices, sales invoices, warehouse documents, accruals, Social Security)
Preparation of payments and posting of bank statements,
Calculation and posting of exchange rate differences,
Payroll accounting,
Preparation of EU VAT returns,
Participation in the preparation of VAT declarations,
Participation in group reporting.
Auditor
PRGX Polska Sp. Z O.o.
01.2012 - 04.2014
Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
Performing audits of financial processes in selected areas in order to Identify amounts owed and their recovery to a client of a company in the FMCG industry, including: checking the accuracy of the calculation of bonuses, cash, discounts, promotional actions in accordance with the concluded commercial contracts,
Audit of duplicate payments, audit of open items shown in statements of transactions from suppliers,
VAT audit,
Preparation of drafts, reports containing audit results and proposals for improvement of client's business processes,
Participate in meetings with the client regarding audit results and proposed recommendations,
Preparing forecasts of financial results per client,
Working on large databases.
Accounting Specialist
Sodexo Polska Sp. Z O.o
02.2007 - 12.2011
Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
Input financial data and produced reports.
Preparation of supporting statements for Financial statements, reports and analyses,
Posting of expense invoices, accounting for business trips, posting of employees' cash expenses
Entering foreign bank transfers into banking system,
Issuing and posting of foreign invoices for foreign recipients,
Preparation of tax documentation for transfer pricing,
Participation in the inventory of warehouses and fixed assets,
Preparation of financial and accounting analyses requested directly by the Finance Director
Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
Education
Postgraduate Studies - Financial Controller
Leon Koźmiński Academy
Warsaw
06.2011
Master of Science - Finance And Accounting
Warsaw School of Economics
Warsaw
06.2008
Master of Science - Mathematics, Specialization: Computer Science
Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski University
Warsaw
06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Finance And Banking
Warsaw School of Economics
Warsaw
06.2006
Skills
Motivating Teams
Influencing Others
Continuous improvements
Coaching abilities
Open-mindedness
Project Management
Data Analytics
SAP experience
communication and organizational skills
Quality Assurance Controls
Complex Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
2023 - Award from employer Samsung Electronics Polska Sp. z o.o. for the biggest inspiration of the year of the Finance department
2019 - Award from employer Samsung Electronics Polska Sp. z o.o. for the best employee of the Finance department
Samsung Academy - Development Program for the path leadership track - December 2023
Withholding tax (WHT) - current practice and challenges for entrepreneurs -. Training Center by Deloitte December 2021
The most common mistakes in VAT settlements - case study - MDDP Academy December 2020
Research and development tax relief and IP BOX - MDDP Academy, June 2020
Course for an Independent Accountant in the Association of Chief Accountants in Poland, completed with an exam, obtaining authorization Independent Balance Sheet Accountant (occupation code 343201), May 2007
Certification
Accountant's Certificate No. 42828/2010 granted by the Ministry of Finance confirming the qualifications necessary to provide bookkeeping accounting
Languages
Polish
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Part Leader of the Accounting Department
Samsung Electronics Polska Sp. Z O.o.
01.2023 - Current
Senior Expert Accountant
Samsung Electronics Polska Sp. Z O.o.
11.2015 - 12.2022
Senior Accounting Specialist
Horiba ABX Sp. Z O.o.,
05.2014 - 10.2015
Auditor
PRGX Polska Sp. Z O.o.
01.2012 - 04.2014
Accounting Specialist
Sodexo Polska Sp. Z O.o
02.2007 - 12.2011
Postgraduate Studies - Financial Controller
Leon Koźmiński Academy
Master of Science - Finance And Accounting
Warsaw School of Economics
Master of Science - Mathematics, Specialization: Computer Science
Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski University
Bachelor of Science - Finance And Banking
Warsaw School of Economics
Accountant's Certificate No. 42828/2010 granted by the Ministry of Finance confirming the qualifications necessary to provide bookkeeping accounting
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