Asta Ziukiene
Vilnius
Summary
Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Global Middle Office
Moody's Ratings
07.2019 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive policies and training programs for staff members.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.
- Established robust risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential operational challenges or disruptions.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.
Supervisor, accounting
Western Union Processing Lithuania
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Facilitated collaboration between team members on projects requiring cross-functional expertise for successful outcomes.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Led major initiatives within the department that drove innovation or addressed critical business challenges.
Accountant
Western Union Processing Lithuania
01.2011 - 05.2015
- Participated in due diligence activities related to mergers and acquisitions, ensuring a smooth transition of acquired assets into the company's existing financial systems.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Conducted thorough internal audits to identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
Audit assistant
BDO audit and accounting
09.2008 - 01.2011
- Maintained a strong understanding of applicable accounting standards, keeping abreast of updates and changes as they occurred.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent monitoring of client activities during the audit process.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to enhance skills and stay current on industry best practices related to auditing techniques and methodologies.
- Acted as a trusted resource for junior team members, providing guidance and support to help develop their skills and knowledge within the auditing profession.
- Reduced errors in financial statements by conducting comprehensive account reconciliations and adjusting entries as needed.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks without compromising quality of work.
- Contributed to successful achievement of team goals by actively participating in planning meetings and sharing insights from prior experiences.
- Assisted in the development of audit plans, identifying key areas of focus and allocating resources appropriately for maximum efficiency.
- Assisted in identifying potential fraud risks by conducting thorough risk assessments on client''s financial records.
- Increased accuracy of financial data by thoroughly reviewing client documents and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Worked closely with clients'' accounting teams to ensure a smooth flow of information throughout the audit process, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while maintaining the integrity of final results.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing clear explanations of audit findings and recommendations for improvement.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Finance
Vilnius University
Vilnius2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting and finance
Vytautas Magnus University
Kaunas2008
Skills
- Business Administration
- Performance Management
- Financial Management
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Budget Control
- Business Planning
- Key Performance Indicators
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Data Analytics, Vilnius Coding School: SQL, Python, PowerBi
- Agile methodology in IT projects, Vilnius Coding School.
- Robotic Process Automation, Vilnius Coding School: UiPath
Timeline
Manager, Global Middle Office
Moody's Ratings
07.2019 - Current
Supervisor, accounting
Western Union Processing Lithuania
05.2015 - 04.2018
Accountant
Western Union Processing Lithuania
01.2011 - 05.2015
Audit assistant
BDO audit and accounting
09.2008 - 01.2011
Master of Business Administration - Finance
Vilnius University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting and finance
Vytautas Magnus University
- Data Analytics, Vilnius Coding School: SQL, Python, PowerBi
- Agile methodology in IT projects, Vilnius Coding School.
- Robotic Process Automation, Vilnius Coding School: UiPath
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