Elisabeth Gustafsson
London
Summary
Driven professional with a strong focus on client relationship building and financial reporting. Strong background in budget- and cost management, coupled with excellent teamwork and communication skills. Expertise in ledger maintenance, credit control, accurate cash flow management and effective risk mitigation. Poised to optimise these competencies towards enhancing organisational financial health and stability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Production Accountant
53 Degrees Global Ltd
London, Greater London
07.2018 - Current
- Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting.
- Analysed variances between actual and budgeted costs, identifying saving opportunities.
- Accomplished 95% of productions under budget
- Financial transparency to stakeholders through detailed cost reporting.
- Managed excellent bank relations for production loans.
- Managed all payments and payment runs.
- Compiled general ledger entries.
- Kept detailed records of all transactions, avoiding potential financial discrepancies.
- Liaised regularly with suppliers, fostering healthy business relationships.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Managed payroll processes.
Production Accountant
Media Accountants Ltd
London, Greater London
04.2015 - 06.2018
- Same role as above but managed a range of smaller TV production companies within the umbrella company.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business and Accounting
Uppsala University
Uppsala, Sweden 01.2002 - 12.2005
Skills
- Production Accountant for both BAFTA Film & TV several years in row
- Client relationship building
- Financial reporting
- Credit control
- Budget management
- Cash flow management
- Risk Management
- Payroll
- Ledger maintenance
Languages
English
Fluent
Swedish
Native
Norwegian
Fluent
Danish
Upper intermediate
French
Beginner
German
Beginner
References
References available upon request.
Complete Work History
Complete work history available on request
Timeline
Production Accountant
53 Degrees Global Ltd
07.2018 - Current
Production Accountant
Media Accountants Ltd
04.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business and Accounting
Uppsala University
01.2002 - 12.2005