Olga Chaplygina
Warsaw
Summary
Accountant with extensive experience in accounts payable, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting. Demonstrated expertise in managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance, and enhancing accounting processes. Proven track record in transition, Chapter 11, and restructuring initiatives. Strong communication and problem-solving skills facilitate effective collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior accountant (AP UK Film Coordinator)
Cineworld Group
01.2025 - Current
- Processed and managed accounts payable transactions for over 150 vendors, ensuring accurate and timely payments in accordance with company policies and payment terms.
- Maintained detailed records of invoices and payment documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
- Reconciled accounts payable entries with the general ledger and monthly financial reports for accurate month-end and year-end closings.
- Reconciled Film Rental Accruals, posted film cost related journals, reviewed and approved journal entries.
- Managed vendor communications, resolved discrepancies, and addressed payment inquiries, fostering positive supplier relationships.
- Improved accounts payable processes by implementing an automated invoice journal preparation sheet.
- Prepared and posted journal entries (Film, ICO, LP, Unlimited).
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Cash flow management.
General Ledger Accountant
Cineworld Group
07.2018 - 12.2024
- Prepared and posted journal entries (Film, ICO, LP, Unlimited).
- Managed the balance sheet accounts reconciliation process.
- Participated in the transfer of the AP/Film process during the UK/US company merger (2019-2020).
- Prepared accruals, pre-paid releases, and posted and reconciled bank transactions.
- Performed reviews of balance sheet and profit/loss statements for errors, omissions, inconsistencies, and variance analysis.
- Collaborated closely with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams.
- Supported audit preparation and compliance efforts, ensuring accurate documentation of financial transactions.
AP Accountant (Film Booking Department)
CineworldCinemas Ltd.
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Liaised with internal and external suppliers and customers.
- Calculated and posted business transactions, processed invoices, and verified financial data for accounts payable records using company systems.
- Verified discrepancies and resolved billing issues.
- Ensured daily operations adhered to targets and deadlines.
- Received, verified, and updated customer statements of account; reviewed and responded to inquiries on invoice and payment status.
- Validated and processed requests for new vendor setups and changes to existing vendor accounts, including tax and withholding status and banking information.
- Prepared payment proposals and assisted with weekly check runs, BACS, and rush payments.
- Assisted auditors and the finance team during quarter-end close.
- Collaborated with the Film Booking department.
Junior Accountant
CineworldCinemas Ltd.
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Received, verified, and processed invoices using company systems.
- Researched and resolved invoice discrepancies.
- Assisted in the processing of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial statements in accordance with legal and company guidelines.
Junior IT Consultant
Risen
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Increased client satisfaction by providing timely and effective troubleshooting support for various technical problems.
- Identified potential clients and developed and maintained relationships.
- Clarified client system specifications and analyzed work practices.
- Provided strategic advice on technology to achieve business goals.
- Managed IT initiatives and collaborated with technical staff.
- Maintained communication with client organizations.
- Managed Facebook advertising campaigns.
Internship
Rent Electric Europe S.L.
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Supported marketing and sales activities.
- Processed cash and card payments.
- Managed merchandise stocking and provided product consultations to customers.
- Balanced cash registers and processed customer refunds and complaints.
- Adhered to brand guidelines and gained experience in ATL marketing.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Internship
Bank «A-Bank»
05.2013 - 06.2013
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Registered, distributed, and stored cash and securities.
- Provided customer service related to accounts, deposits, transfers, and bank cards.
- Supported sales of bank services.
- Managed incoming and outgoing documents in the cashbook.
- Conducted inventory of bills and related documents.
- Reported income.
Education
ACCA in Polish (F1-F9)
EY Academy of Business & WSB University
03.2024
Logistic
University of Economics and Human Sciences
09.2017
Accounting Audit
Lviv Academy of Commerce
07.2014
International Economics & International Trade
Kirovograd Cooperative College of Economics and Law N. P. Saya
07.2012
Skills
- Expertise in preparing and posting journal entries, managing the GL, and ensuring accuracy
- Proven ability to reconcile complex balance sheet accounts
- Proficiency in preparing accruals and managing prepaid expenses
- Ability to perform variance analysis to identify discrepancies and trends
- Experience in supporting internal and external audits
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Polish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Russian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Ukrainian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior accountant (AP UK Film Coordinator)
Cineworld Group
01.2025 - Current
General Ledger Accountant
Cineworld Group
07.2018 - 12.2024
AP Accountant (Film Booking Department)
CineworldCinemas Ltd.
02.2017 - 07.2018
Junior Accountant
CineworldCinemas Ltd.
11.2016 - 01.2017
Junior IT Consultant
Risen
05.2016 - 09.2016
Internship
Rent Electric Europe S.L.
06.2015 - 09.2015
Internship
Bank «A-Bank»
05.2013 - 06.2013
Logistic
University of Economics and Human Sciences
Accounting Audit
Lviv Academy of Commerce
International Economics & International Trade
Kirovograd Cooperative College of Economics and Law N. P. Saya
ACCA in Polish (F1-F9)
EY Academy of Business & WSB University
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