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Marta Krzyzaniak

Canterbury,Kent

Summary

Reliable and accurate AAT Level 3 qualified Accounts Assistant bringing over 10 years of experience in the accounting field. Skilled in processing financial transactions, data analysis, reconciliations and credit control. Highly adaptable and accurate with strong attention to detail and advanced numerical skills. Proficient in IT programmes including Excel, Xero, QuickBooks, Sage Line 50, Salesforce and SGA. Fast learner always willing to take extra responsibilities and gain new skills/qualifications to fulfil company needs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Finance Assistant

Mesaroli UK Ltd - International Transport Company
Sandwich , Kent
2023.07 - Current
  • Responsible for accurate and timely processing large quantity of customer and suppliers invoices on internal accounts software -SGA,
  • Managed inquiries concerning foreign suppliers and hauliers, employing effective problem-solving skills to ensure timely resolutions.
  • In charge of setting up new clients and suppliers accounts including carrying out credit checks and documents verification and compliance with company internal procedures and legal requirements.
  • Executed multiple bank account reconciliations across various currencies.
  • Prepared monthly intercompany statements and facilitated intercompany collaboration by coordinating with accounts professionals across European branches to resolve discrepancies.
  • Facilitated weekly payment runs to ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds.
  • Produced weekly debtor reports for management.
  • Assisted in preparation of VAT returns, Year End procedures and Audit.

Accounts Assistant / Credit Controller

SSP Specialised Sports Products Ltd
Canterbury, Kent
2013.07 - 2023.05

Responsible for all aspects of day-to-day running of accounts department including:

  • Accurate and timely recording and processing of financial transactions on accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks and Sage Line 50
  • Matching invoices against Purchase Orders and investigating any deviations
  • Posting journal transactions, accruals and prepayments
  • Investigating and resolving all accounts related queries from clients and suppliers
  • Reconciliation of bank accounts and credit cards
  • Preparation of weekly payment runs ensuring funds paid are in line with cash flow allowances as well as being within due date
  • Preparation and monitoring of cash flow forecasts, monthly summaries and reports (P&L) for management and responding promptly to any queries related to reports
  • Credit control - monitoring debtor list, ensuring clients pay within agreed payment terms by chasing via emails and phone calls, negotiating terms and conditions, payment plans and settlements.

Accounts Assistant

Creative Corporate Solutions
Margate, Kent
2013.08 - 2014.12
  • Setting up companies on Companies House website
  • Posting between 100- 200 transactions a day for multiple clients using QuickBooks software
  • Assisting Accountant in preparations of documents for HMRC
  • Filing and other general administrative tasks

Customer Service Assistant

Various
Canterbury, Kent
2002.09 - 2013.07
  • Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
  • Advising customers on available products and successfully upselling products to achieve sales targets.
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
  • Taking cash and card payments and daily cash reconciliations

Education

AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting - Accountancy

First Intuition
Maidstone, Kent
2013.03 - 2015.08

AAT Level 2 certificate in Accounting - Accounting

First Intuition
Maidstone, Kent
2012.09 - 2013.03

Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography

University of Greenwich
London
2005.09 - 2010.06

A- Levels - Math( B), English (C) Polish (C)

Grammar School
Poland
2001-05

Skills

  • Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Credit control
  • QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Line 50, Excel, Salesforce, SGA
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial reporting
  • Data entry
  • AAT Level 3
  • Communication Skills
  • Effective time management
  • Customer service
  • Driving licence
  • First Aider

Languages

Polish
Native
English
Fluent

Timeline

Finance Assistant

Mesaroli UK Ltd - International Transport Company
2023.07 - Current

Accounts Assistant

Creative Corporate Solutions
2013.08 - 2014.12

Accounts Assistant / Credit Controller

SSP Specialised Sports Products Ltd
2013.07 - 2023.05

AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting - Accountancy

First Intuition
2013.03 - 2015.08

AAT Level 2 certificate in Accounting - Accounting

First Intuition
2012.09 - 2013.03

Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography

University of Greenwich
2005.09 - 2010.06

Customer Service Assistant

Various
2002.09 - 2013.07

A- Levels - Math( B), English (C) Polish (C)

Grammar School
Marta Krzyzaniak