SARA KURYLOWICZ
Gdynia
Summary
AAT and AATQB qualified individual with a BA in Accounting and MSc in Accounting and Business Finance. Having years of hands-on experience in financial reconciliation, cash management, credit control, and daily financial reporting. Strong technical skills with Microsoft Excel for financial analysis, Sage 50 and Xero, alongside experience with hospitality management systems (ONQ and Agilysys). Proven ability to maintain accurate financial records, identify discrepancies and provide cross-functional support. Bilingual in English and Polish with demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Planning to relocate to Gdynia in September and searching for a job in finance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Accountant
Unicorn Trail, Wrest Palace
Silsoe, Central Bedfordshire
2026.03 - 2026.03
- Processed accounts receivable and payables ledger.
- Managed the general ledger
- Completed bank, credit card and petty cash reconciliations in 7 currencies
- Post journals, including accruals and prepayments
- Prepared trial balances and supporting month-end processes
- Submitted VAT returns under relevant schemes
- Cooperated with external accountants and responded to finance queries
- Updating internal financial reports
- Recognising and resolving discrepancies in financial data
- Support month-end and year-end closing procedures
- Ensure compliance with organisational policies and relevant financial regulations
- Oversaw accounting, payroll, and financial reports to support daily functions.
- Assessed financial performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
- Prepared quarterly UK VAT submissions and approved foreign territory VAT submissions.
- Directed cost lines of P&L, managing staff costs, rent, and overheads for optimal financial performance.
- Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting.
Career break
AAT achievement
2022.04 - 2026.02
Accounts assistant
Hilton Garden Inn, Luton
Luton
2019.05 - 2022.03
- Managed the general ledger.
- Maintained accounts receivable and payable.
- Prepared and processed VAT-compliant invoices and credit notes
- Conducted daily bank reconciliations alongside credit card and petty cash reconciliation.
- Generated daily and monthly financial and non-financial reports for management
- Performed credit control duties, including chasing overdue payments
- Providing support and cover for the Sales and Administration team
- Recorded foreign currency transactions accurately
- Collaborated with multiple departments to resolve billing and invoicing issues, improving customer satisfaction
- Providing clear, friendly communication in person, by phone, and by email in English, Polish, and Russian.
- Assisting the HR in thehiring process and maintaining employees' records
- Prepared detailed financial reports for improved decision-making.
- Preparing mont
- Assisted in year-end audit preparation for aseamless auditing process.
- Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Education
AAT Qualified Member (MAAT) -
Association of Accounting Technicians
2022.01 - 2024.04
AAT Qualified Bookkeeper (AATQB) -
Association of Accounting Technicians
2022.01 - 2024.01
MSc - Accounting and Business Finance
University of Bedfordshire
2020.01 - 2022.01
BA (Hons) - Accounting
University of Bedfordshire
2017.01 - 2020.01
AAT Level 2 Certificate - Accounting
Central Bedfordshire College
2015.01 - 2016.01
V Liceum Ogólnokształcące w Białystoku
Białystok 2001.04 - /2014
the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
ACCA
2024.01 -
Skills
- Accounting software – Knowledge of Sage 50, Sage Payroll, Xero, and QuickBooks, experience with ONQ and Agilysys systems
- Microsoft Office Suite – Advanced Excel for financial analysis (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, IF, 3D Formula, AGGREGATE), Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access
- Analytical & problem-solving skills
- Time management and experience working with deadlines
- Teamwork & flexibility
- Quick learner
- Languages – Fluent in English, native in Polish, and basic Russian
- Experience of working with multiple currencies
- Credit control with international clients and suppliers
Languages
English
Fluent
Polish
Native
Russian
Elementary
Voluntary
- Peer Assistant Learning (PAL) Leader – University of Bedfordshire (2020): Supported new students with academic and personal challenges
RODO
Wyrażam zgodę na przetwarzanie moich danych osobowych dla potrzeb rekrutacji (art. 6 ust. 1 lit. a RODO)
Timeline
Accountant
Unicorn Trail, Wrest Palace
2026.03 - 2026.03
the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
ACCA
2024.01 -
Career break
AAT achievement
2022.04 - 2026.02
AAT Qualified Member (MAAT) -
Association of Accounting Technicians
2022.01 - 2024.04
AAT Qualified Bookkeeper (AATQB) -
Association of Accounting Technicians
2022.01 - 2024.01
MSc - Accounting and Business Finance
University of Bedfordshire
2020.01 - 2022.01
Accounts assistant
Hilton Garden Inn, Luton
2019.05 - 2022.03
BA (Hons) - Accounting
University of Bedfordshire
2017.01 - 2020.01
AAT Level 2 Certificate - Accounting
Central Bedfordshire College
2015.01 - 2016.01
V Liceum Ogólnokształcące w Białystoku
2001.04 - /2014