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Ewa  Drożdżyk

Ewa Drożdżyk

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Summary

I am a passionate financial professional with extensive experience across various financial roles. Eager to learn and embrace new challenges, I actively seek opportunities to grow and advance my skills. With a proven track record in accounting, I consistently deliver value to my team and contribute to our collective success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Cost Acccountant

Centor Europe Sp.z.o.o.
04.2022 - Current
  • Streamlined monthly closing processes to ensure timely financial reporting.
  • Developed and maintained detailed cost analysis reports for management review.
  • Prepared annual financial statement, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Contributed to the development of long-term strategic plans by providing executive management with accurate financial data and forecasts.
  • Prepared detailed reconciliations of accounts to ensure data integrity and compliance.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
  • Monitored fixed asset accounting process, maintaining accurate asset registers and calculating depreciation schedules per GAAP guidelines.


Financial Controller

Novartis Poland
02.2020 - 03.2022
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive budgets, forecasting future financial performance based on historical data.
  • Analyzed variances between budgeted and actual performance, providing actionable insights for management decisions.
  • Prepared detailed financial reports for senior management, highlighting key trends and areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated closely with department heads to establish accurate budgets and monitor performance against targets.
  • Analyzed impact of service changes and proposed cost-effective service redesign and budget adjustments.
  • Evaluated proposed projects'' ROI using NPV, IRR, and other financial metrics, helping prioritize initiatives with maximum value potential.

Financial Analyst

Mccormick Shared Services
03.2017 - 01.2020
  • Prepared accurate monthly variance analysis reports, identifying trends that required further investigation or corrective action from management teams.
  • Completed variance analysis and quarterly forecast reporting to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
  • Participated in monthly, quarterly and annual closing and audit processes, preparation of monthly P&L reporting packages and leading budget vs. actual reviews with department heads
  • Prepared financial reports by collecting, formatting, analyzing and explaining information.
  • Used cost and schedule analysis to measure program performance trends and forecast delivery.

Rebate Accountant

Mccormick Shared Services
04.2014 - 02.2017
  • Led audits by coordinating with external auditors, ensuring adherence to regulations.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.

GL Team Supervisor

GE Power Controls S.A.
10.2012 - 06.2013
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure team efficiency and productivity.
  • Implemented process improvements, resulting in streamlined workflows.
  • Managed a team of 5 accountants
  • Collaborated with upper management to establish performance goals for the team and develop strategies for achieving them.
  • Defined key performance indicators for employees to define clear, attainable landmarks for performance measurement.
  • Reviewed budgets and financial reports regularly, making necessary adjustments to meet departmental targets without compromising quality or customer satisfaction levels.

GL Coordinator

GE Power Controls S.A.
03.2012 - 09.2012
  • Coordinated cross-departmental projects to enhance workflow efficiency and communication.
  • Trained new team members on organizational policies, procedures, and software tools for effective onboarding.
  • Managed scheduling and resource allocation for multiple ongoing initiatives, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Facilitated team meetings to align project goals, fostering collaboration and accountability among staff.

Senior GL Accountant

GE Power Control S.A.
11.2010 - 02.2012
  • Managed month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments to resolve any discrepancies or issues related to intercompany transactions quickly and efficiently.
  • Conducted in-depth research on accounting standards updates, ensuring the company remained compliant with changing regulations at all times.
  • Ensured timely and accurate financial statements by overseeing end-of-month closings, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

Education

Bachelor of Professional Studies -

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
London
01-2025

Management Accounting

University of Lodz
Łodź
06-2009

Public Administration

University of Łódź
Łódź
06-2006

Skills

  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • Budget planning
  • Working capital management
  • Profitability analysis
  • Management reporting
  • Problem-solving
  • Willing to learn

Certification

  • ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Financial Cost Acccountant

Centor Europe Sp.z.o.o.
04.2022 - Current

Financial Controller

Novartis Poland
02.2020 - 03.2022

Financial Analyst

Mccormick Shared Services
03.2017 - 01.2020

Rebate Accountant

Mccormick Shared Services
04.2014 - 02.2017

GL Team Supervisor

GE Power Controls S.A.
10.2012 - 06.2013

GL Coordinator

GE Power Controls S.A.
03.2012 - 09.2012

Senior GL Accountant

GE Power Control S.A.
11.2010 - 02.2012

Bachelor of Professional Studies -

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Management Accounting

University of Lodz

Public Administration

University of Łódź