
Michal K.

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About me
Experienced Hotelier | Financial Expert | People-First Manager | Passionate Service Advocate
Education

Helena Chodkowska University of Technology and Economics
2011 - 2013Bachelor's degreeActivities and Societies: Finance and Accounting
Experience

Marriott Hotels
Jan 2007 - Jan 2012➢ F&B spot checks and audits➢ Menu engineering calculations
Cost Controller
Jan 2011 - Jan 2012Senior Accounting Clerk
Jan 2010 - Jan 2011Accounting Receivable Clerk
Jan 2008 - Jan 2010Front Desk Clerk
Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

Marriott Hotels
Jul 2013 - Sept 2016" I prioritize the development of my team members"➢ I implemented new system solutions that enhanced efficiency, leading to cost savings➢ Month end close procedures➢ Profit & Loss Reports➢ Debts collection ➢ Internal audits➢ Payroll control➢ Participation in annual audits ➢ A&L reconciliations and month end booking ➢ Training in Accounts Payable department➢ Leading internal audits ➢ Preparation of accounting to external PCI audit➢ Support of Accounting receivable department
Assistant Director of Finance
Sept 2014 - Sept 2016Accounting Supervisor
Sept 2012 - Sept 2014“Task Force” in Prague Marriott Hotel
Jul 2013 - Aug 2013

Armenia Marriott Hotel Yerevan
Jan 2014 - Jan 2014Task Force (ADOF)➢ Leading the activity of the Financial Department➢ ISRA Audit, Self-Audits, Month End➢ Other ADOF tasks including managing of staff in Financial Department

Courtyard by Marriott
Oct 2016 - Sept 2018Financial Controller (Executive Team Member)"Empowered management for budget accountability: I drove a culture of responsibility within the management team, leading to improved budget performance"➢ Spearheaded the optimization of internal processes, resulting 15% reduction in costs over a six-month period➢ Crafted strategy and budget plans➢ Key contractor negotiations➢ Ethics and rules guardian➢ Conducting internal audits➢ Accounting entry transparency➢ Balances sheet accounts control

Zuri Zanzibar Resort
Oct 2018 - Jul 2019Director of Finance" Implemented new facility procedures for efficiency"➢ Expertly managed a high-performing team of 30 employees➢ Conducted finance team training sessions➢ Accountable for delivering and optimizing financial results➢ Strategically directed and managed the organization's budgeting process➢ Conducted in-depth critiques and analysis of financial results to inform strategic decision-making➢ Developed and managed financial forecasts to support informed decision-making and resource allocation➢ Designed and executed ROI (Return on Investment) models to evaluate and optimize investment decisions Show less

Panorama Hotel Prague
Oct 2019 - Jan 2022Financial Controller"Successfully executed a plan to navigate a challenging pandemic period”⮚ Led organization restructuring for a cluster-based environment⮚ Proactively flagged potential risks and delivered effective solution⮚ Proficient in financial strategy planning for sustainable growth⮚ Overseeing all financial functions within the company⮚ Experienced in conducting both internal and external audits⮚ Successfully cultivating strong owner relationships for mutual success⮚ Establishing and aligning goals for employee success⮚ Enhanced and refined internal rules for operational efficiency⮚ Skilled in financial reporting to enable informed decision-making⮚ Knowledgeable in creating forecasts to guide strategic decisions Show less

Hotel Narvil Conference & Spa
Feb 2022 - Mar 2024Director of Finance" Exceeded budgeted GOP percentage by +10%, consistently optimizing operations and driving profitability in the hotel”⮚ Optimized legal structures and tax strategies for significant benefits⮚ Transitioned from tactical to strategic procurement focus, driving impactful change.⮚ Enhanced control measures, leading to improved cash collection rates⮚ Successfully defended budgets for years 2023 and 2024⮚ Consistently fostered strong owner relationships for collaborative success⮚ Introduced new cost management solutions to elevate standards⮚ Architected a comprehensive company development plan for growth⮚ Achieved stable development in a complex economic and political landscape Show less

HoReCa Michal Krasniewski
Apr 2024 - Dec 2024Samozatrudniony(-a)
Courtyard by Marriott Brussels
Jan 2025 - nowDyrektor finansowy
Licenses & Certifications
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The Six Morning Habits of High Performers
LinkedInOct 2021 - View certificate

Humble Leadership: The Power of Relationships, Openness, and Trust (getAbstract Summary)
LinkedInOct 2021 - View certificate

Leading with Vision
LinkedInOct 2023 - View certificate

Power BI: Dashboards for Beginners
LinkedInOct 2021
Languages
- poPolish
- enEnglish
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