Katarina Benson

KATARINA BENSON Záriečie, Slovakia Tel: - E-mail:- PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Detail-oriented and experienced accounts professional with a strong background in credit control, payroll, and financial administration. Proficient in Sage Accounts and Sage Payroll, bank reconciliations, deferred income calculations, and management accounts preparation. Fluent in English, Slovak, and Czech. Seeking a freelance part-time remote role as an accounts assistant, payroll assistant, or credit controller, with occasional travel to the UK. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES  Accounting Software: Sage Accounts, Sage Payroll  Financial Administration: Bank reconciliations, credit control, deferred income, management reporting  Payroll & HR: Payroll processing, commission calculations, payment preparation  Languages: Fluent in Slovak, Czech, and English  IT Proficiency: Advanced Excel, MS O ice Suite EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS  ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) o  Former ACCA Member, now ACCA A iliate (membership lapsed in 2022) University of Economics, Bratislava, Slovakia -) o Faculty of Economic Informatics (Equivalent to a UK First-Class Degree) o Specialization: Accountancy and Audit PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Guide Clothing Ltd, London, UK Payroll Clerk & Processor (Part-time from 2018; Remote since 2019 – Present)  Manage payroll for 24 employees, including wage calculations, deductions, holiday pay, and sales commissions.  Process payroll transactions and enter relevant journal entries. Digital TV Group, London, UK Assistant Accountant & Credit Controller -)  Calculated and reported accrued and deferred income, ensuring compliance with financial policies.  Developed and maintained a database of sold support services for accurate invoicing and reporting.  Assisted in management accounts preparation and financial reporting for three group companies.  Managed capital accounting, accruals, prepayments, and journal postings.  Oversaw credit control, ensuring timely debt collection and preparing Board reports.  Processed sales invoices and ensured accurate expense recharges.  Managed supplier invoices, approvals, and proper expense classification.  Conducted bank reconciliations and managed payment runs via online banking. Guide Clothing Ltd, London, UK Accounts Assistant -)  Managed purchase ledger and supplier payments using Sage Accounts.  Processed customer and supplier invoices with a focus on accuracy and compliance.  Conducted bank reconciliations and managed payment schedules.  Assisted in financial reporting and VAT compliance.  Monitored stock system and product costs. CAREER BREAK -)  Took time o to care for children.  Engaged in volunteer activities, including PTA financial administration and event planning. Additional Personal & Volunteer Experience  School PTA Treasurer: Managed accounts, prepared budgets, and organized charity events.  Community Volunteer: Assisted in organizing local events.  Educational Initiative: Developed a program promoting positive behaviour among schoolchildren in collaboration with a psychologist. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Open to flexible, part-time remote roles in accounting, payroll, or credit control.  Available for occasional UK travel.  Not seeking managerial or financial controller roles at this time. References available upon request.