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Volunteering and community involvement, writing, travel, art and listening to music.
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Georgia Nikolaou

Financial Analyst
Athens

Summary

  • Seasoned Accountant specializing in implementing successful accounting systems for companies. Accomplished in driving business efficiency and compliance initiatives. Offering 10 years of progressive experience.
  • Well-qualified financial employee demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Reliable Accountant possessing in-depth knowledge of GAAP and accounting standards. Offering 10 years of comprehensive experience in the industry. Meets accounting operational standards by contributing financial information to strategic plans and reviews.
  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Accounting Manager

ACCOUNTING SERVICES - BINIARIS K.
Attica
04.2017 - 10.2022
  • Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
  • Supported change management by understanding and addressing impacts of new accounting policies, financial statement initiatives and non-standard transactions.
  • Educated accounting team on forecasting, financial statuses and financial strategies to assist in annual budget creation.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Reduced liabilities by accurately managing tax statements, mailings, journal entries, payments and transfers.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
  • Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
  • Proposed and published metrics and KPIs to be incorporated into monthly financials and scorecards.
  • Implemented updated production, productivity, quality and customer service standards to improve company financial standing.
  • Bolstered revenues by creating codes for accounting tasks, cost estimation and revenue generation.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability and profitability of business operations.
  • Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
  • Implemented budget and expense controls and financial policies by analyzing income and expenditures.
  • Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations and payroll processing.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Performed spending analysis and partnerships to refine policies and develop recommendations for improvement.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.

Business Consultant

Business Consultants "VAKALI"
PIRAEUS
03.2015 - 03.2017
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Propelled domestic companies into international markets through strategic business planning.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
  • Led corrective action plans, procedure development, staff performance reviews and training programs.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Performed as consultant for startup business in areas of marketing, logistics and training to various behavioral healthcare service professionals.
  • Cultivated customer relationships by advising clients on repayment plans.
  • Provided personalized business consulting and overhauled services to strengthen client success.
  • Devised strategies to improve organization efficiency and optimize group management.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction ratings by resolving difficult customer issues through completion.
  • Wrote and realigned functional specifications, feasibility analysis and requirements definitions to facilitate smooth and efficient improvement strategies.
  • Offered expertise on employee and business development plans to enhance implementation and routine oversight.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Evaluated situations and delivered targeted solutions using various tools and resources.
  • Developed complete business plans and operational strategies for new and existing business.
  • Developed new proposals, contracts and procedures to draw in more clients and streamline work operations.
  • Liaised with senior officers for ongoing quality assurance program integrity.
  • Identified key products, services and customers and used data to devise innovative sales and marketing plans enabling dramatic growth.
  • Assisted with identifying, interviewing and testing top talent to optimize productivity.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.

Accounting and Finance Consultant

Construction Company "Bonatos Stefanos"
PIRAEUS
05.2012 - 01.2015
  • Created debt management plans, spending plans or budgets to assist clients in meeting financial goals.
  • Marketed services by asking for referrals from current clients, meeting prospects at community functions and presenting financial planning seminars.
  • Monitored clients' financial situation by tracking changes in wealth and life circumstances, analyzing financial plan results and identifying and evaluating new financial strategies.
  • Interviewed clients by telephone or in-person to gather financial information.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Kept up-to-date and accurate funding accounts for internal departments, key programs and special projects.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Established and enforced internal controls, workflows and policies for tracking, reconciling and reporting on accounting activities.
  • Validated existing accounting management and reporting systems to assess quality and conformance, identify problems and implement corrective actions.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Developed and analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms.
  • Classified and analyzed risks and investments to determine potential impacts on companies.
  • Assessed client financial situation by gathering information regarding investments, asset allocation, savings and tax planning.
  • Developed financial strategies by guiding client to establish financial goals and matching goals to appropriate financial plans.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Performed routine closings, maintained clean, accurate and accessible records and kept close eye on transaction updates throughout each quarter.
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.

Assistant Financial Analyst

Import company "G.E. DIMITRIOU SA"
Athens
02.2010 - 04.2012
  • Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and create revenue, profitability and expense forecasts.
  • Collected data from other divisions to support quarterly forecasts.
  • Reviewed financial reports and streamlined operations to increase productivity and company profits.
  • Provided strategic planning advice and financial oversight for corporate stakeholders.
  • Managed corporate watch lists and insurance files.
  • Determined pricing, margins and risk factors for active and proposed projects.
  • Developed corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security.
  • Collaborated to develop and maintain targeted profit plans to sustain growth.
  • Used relevant financial technology to generate reports and recommended courses of action to upper management.
  • Analyzed financial information related to payroll, capital projects, operating expenses, professional service contracts and office supplies and equipment to examine budget needs.
  • Administered accounts payable, conducted general ledger and bank reconciliations and prepared monthly sales and used tax returns.
  • Helped clients make optimal decisions on amounts and timing of capitalization.
  • Reviewed weekly and monthly budget performance reports, ensuring departments and agencies operated within allocated budgets and investigated excessive expenses and reporting discrepancies.
  • Improved emergency resolution processes to save time.
  • Promoted successful investment plans with well-organized and smooth presentations.
  • Orchestrated client-centered financial packages factoring in current market trends.
  • Developed and deepened client relationships to cement profitable partnerships.
  • Ran and analyzed monthly revenue risk reports for executive team.
  • Improved financial status by analyzing results, monitoring variances and recommending actions to management staff.

Entry-level Accountant

Transportation Company "VOUTAS S.A."
PIRAEUS
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Handled 100 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.

Education

BBA - School of Economics And Business Administration

University of Patras
Patra,Greece
09.2005 - 12.2009

Skills

    Month-end reporting

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Volunteering and community involvement, writing, travel, art and listening to music.

I like participating in volunteer activities especially teaching underprivileged kids. I have been associated with a few non-profit organizations since my college days and I like spending my weekends helping these NGOs for different activities from teaching to organizing interesting games and activities to make learning fun for kids. Moreover, I like learning new skills and recently I have been interested in exploring different languages as they help me explore new cultures around the world. I started learning Spanish online and I have already cleared the beginner level. I generally spend my weekends focusing on exploring new Spanish words and watching Spanish movies to strengthen my grasp over the language. My favorite hobby is travelling because I love discovering new cities and places around the world. I often save up for months to plan a trip every year. I love friends’ trips and family outings but solo travelling brings me the real adventure and thrill to venture into new places all by myself. Finally i love art. Because art is anything and everything that has been created to be beautiful, interesting or thought provoking. Whether visual, performance or literary, art in any form has the ability to conjure emotion. When I'm made to “feel” something through someone else's creative expression, I am filled with appreciation and awe. This is what I love about art.

Timeline

Accounting Manager

ACCOUNTING SERVICES - BINIARIS K.
04.2017 - 10.2022

Business Consultant

Business Consultants "VAKALI"
03.2015 - 03.2017

Accounting and Finance Consultant

Construction Company "Bonatos Stefanos"
05.2012 - 01.2015

Assistant Financial Analyst

Import company "G.E. DIMITRIOU SA"
02.2010 - 04.2012

Entry-level Accountant

Transportation Company "VOUTAS S.A."
01.2008 - 01.2010

BBA - School of Economics And Business Administration

University of Patras
09.2005 - 12.2009
Georgia NikolaouFinancial Analyst