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SMOLIAK [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)
Lytham St.Annes, UK

Dynamic and detail-oriented Finance & Operations Manager with over 5 years of experience in financial
control, operational leadership, and accounting across UK-based SMEs. Proven success in managing
end-to-end finance functions, including management accounts, budgeting, VAT compliance, and year-
end reporting. Expert in Sage 200, Xero, and Excel. Audit preparation, and regulatory compliance
experience. Currently pursuing ACCA qualification. Recognised for delivering process improvements,
enhancing reporting accuracy, and contributing to organisational growth.

EDUCATION, KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Delivered accurate monthly management accounts with variance analysis
QUALIFICATIONS to senior management.
Reduced receivables by 40% through effective credit control procedures.
ACCA (In Progress), since 2023
Supported a successful external audit with zero non-conformances.
Diploma in Financial Analysis,
Implemented improvements to Xero inventory controls, enhancing financial
Laba (CPD-accredited), 2024
accuracy.
Level 2 Food Safety, HACCP,
Developed and maintained cash flow models and forecasting tools in Excel.
TACCP/VACCP, 2024
Master’s in Accounting & Audit,
Kyiv National University, 2017 EXPERIENCES
Bachelor’s in Economics, Kyiv
Finance and Operations Manager | Jan 2024 - Present
Polytechnic Institute, 2013
ProOrganica Limited, London (Remote)
SKILLS Lead financial operations: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, invoicing,
VAT submissions, and audit preparation.
Financial Reporting | Cash Flow & Manage logistics and inventory across EU/UK warehouses, ensuring QMS
Budget Management and regulatory compliance.
Stock & Inventory Control | Handle certification processes with Soil Association and BRCGS.
Logistics Coordination Collaborate with external accountants and auditors for statutory filings
Xero, Sage 200, Excel and financial accuracy.
(Advanced)
Improved delivery tracking KPIs and reduced stock discrepancies
Regulatory Compliance (HMRC,
through process optimisation.
Soil Association, BRCGS)
Data Analysis | Business Process
Purchase Ledger Clerk | Dec 2022 - Dec 2023
Optimisation
Tangerine Holdings Ltd, Lancashire
Team Management |
Multitasking | Remote Processed high-volume supplier/customer invoices using Sage 200.
Collaboration Managed weekly payment runs, reconciliations, and supported credit
control.
LANGUAGE, Liaised with internal departments and suppliers to resolve disputes and
maintain accurate ledgers.
INTERESTS
Languages: English (B1+),
Accounts Assistant | Jul 2022 - Dec 2022
Ukrainian (Native)
Homestead Consultancy, Lancashire
Interests: Financial literacy, Supported month-end and year-end processes, including bank and invoice
Psychology, Fitness, Reading reconciliations.
UK Driving Licence holder Maintained accurate records using Qube system; supported VAT return
preparation.