Katarzyna Lewandowski
ul. Piłsudskiego 42
Warszawa, Mazovian Voivodeship
+48 22 456 7891
katarzyna.lewandowski@email.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarzyna-lewandowski

WORK EXPERIENCE

Head of Costing
PKO Bank Polski - Warszawa, Mazovian Voivodeship
January 2021 - Present
- Lead a team of 10 in the development and implementation of cost management strategies, resulting in a 15% reduction in operational costs over two years.
- Utilize advanced analytics and forecasting techniques to provide actionable insights for budgeting and financial planning.
- Oversee the preparation of management accounting reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to benchmark performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implement management information systems to enhance reporting capabilities and streamline data analysis processes.

Cost Analyst
Santander Bank Polska - Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship
June 2018 - December 2020
- Conducted detailed cost analysis and variance reporting, identifying key areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Developed and maintained financial models to support strategic decision-making and project management efforts.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, aligning departmental goals with organizational objectives.
- Facilitated training sessions on cost management principles for junior staff, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge.

Financial Analyst
Asseco Poland - Wrocław, Lower Silesian Voivodeship
August 2015 - May 2018
- Analyzed financial data to support business operations and strategic initiatives, contributing to a 10% increase in profitability.
- Prepared comprehensive reports for senior management, highlighting trends and providing recommendations for performance enhancement.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess financial feasibility and resource allocation for new projects.
- Utilized SQL for data extraction and analysis, improving the accuracy of financial reporting processes.

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Warsaw School of Economics - Warszawa, Mazovian Voivodeship
Graduated: May 2015

Bachelor of Science in Finance
Jagiellonian University - Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship
Graduated: May 2013

SKILLS
- Analytics
- Benchmarking
- Communication
- Cost Management
- Forecasting
- Leadership
- Management
- Management Accounting
- Management Information Systems
- Performance Management
- Project Management
- Reporting
- SQL