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Kateryna Betsel

Luton

Summary

Proven Accountant with a strong background in financial stability and general ledger management, demonstrated during my tenure at A. Skilled in leveraging advanced Excel to enhance reporting transparency and efficiency, I've significantly optimized reconciliation processes and mentored junior staff, showcasing leadership and technical prowess. Achievements include implementing cost-saving measures and improving financial accuracy.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Cleaner

IT Form
08.2022 - Current

Accountant

A
07.1998 - 09.2019
  • Assisted in annual audit preparations, ensuring a smooth process with no major discrepancies found.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
  • Identified cost-saving opportunities through thorough budget analysis and expense tracking.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using [Software].
  • Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing the reconciliation process for bank and credit card accounts.
  • Managed tax compliance tasks, filing accurate returns on time to avoid penalties or interest charges.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends and provided actionable insights for management, leading to improved business performance.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
  • Streamlined payroll processing through automation improvements resulting in reduced errors and increased efficiency.
  • Simplified financial data presentation to non-financial colleagues, facilitating informed decision-making throughout the organization.
  • Used double-entry accounting methods and check backs to manage daily entries to general ledgers.
  • Managed relationships with external auditors effectively ensuring positive outcomes during annual audits.
  • Implemented a comprehensive fixed asset tracking system that improved overall accuracy and depreciation calculations.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Leveraged advanced Excel skills to automate routine tasks, freeing up time for more value-added activities such as variance analysis and strategic planning support.
  • Minimized losses and checked compliance with internal protocols by analyzing and preparing effective annual budgets.
  • Enhanced financial reporting transparency, implementing clear and concise monthly statements for stakeholders.
  • Led daily general ledger entries, using double-entry accounting method and check backs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in accounting best practices, fostering talent development within the department.
  • Analyzed and prepared annual budgets to contain costs, minimize losses and assure compliance with internal controls.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting standards, ensuring full compliance with GAAP guidelines at all times.
  • Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
  • Increased financial accuracy by streamlining the accounts receivable and payable processes.
  • Developed a robust forecasting model that accurately projected revenue trends and guided budgetary adjustments as needed.
  • Delivered exceptional project management and addressed complex business strategy for senior leadership.
  • Mitigated impacts on financial accounting and business operations by working proactively to identify and resolve strategic concerns.
  • Improved cash flow management with timely invoicing and efficient collections practices.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budgets for new projects, supporting strategic growth initiatives.
  • Contacted customers to immediately find resolutions for escalated issues.
  • Optimized inventory management processes by monitoring stock levels closely and recommending optimal order quantities based on historical trends.
  • Contributed to financial and operational risk reduction by evaluating effectiveness of controls and subsystems.
  • Controlled company expenses with skilled financial forecasting of [Type] metrics.
  • Implemented tighter internal controls, reducing instances of fraud or misappropriation of company funds.
  • Assisted in the successful integration of acquired businesses'' financial systems into existing platforms during mergers and acquisitions.
  • Trained [Number] employees on established practices and accounting protocols to eliminate workflow snarls and tracking concerns.
  • Sent out dividend checks to over [Number] shareholders monthly, quarterly and yearly.
  • Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by uncovering and correcting outstanding financial problems and account errors.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
  • Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
  • Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
  • Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
  • Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
  • Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.

Education

Master of Science - Banking

Odessa Economical University
Odessa, Ukraine
06.1998

Skills

  • Financial stability knowledge
  • Account Reconciliation
  • General Ledger Management
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Budget Development
  • Credit analysis
  • Auditing
  • Cost accounting
  • Balance sheets

Additional Information

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Languages

Ukrainian
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Russian
Advanced
C1
Polish
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Cleaner

IT Form
08.2022 - Current

Accountant

A
07.1998 - 09.2019

Master of Science - Banking

Odessa Economical University
Kateryna Betsel