Michal K.

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 - 2013
      Bachelor's degree

      Activities 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 2012
      • Senior Accounting Clerk

        Jan 2010 - Jan 2011
      • Accounting Receivable Clerk

        Jan 2008 - Jan 2010
      • Front 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 2016
      • Accounting Supervisor

        Sept 2012 - Sept 2014
      • “Task Force” in Prague Marriott Hotel

        Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
    • Armenia Marriott Hotel Yerevan

      Jan 2014 - Jan 2014
      Task 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 2018
      Financial 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 2019
      Director 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 2022
      Financial 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 2024
      Director 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 2024
      Samozatrudniony(-a)
    • Courtyard by Marriott Brussels

      Jan 2025 - now
      Dyrektor finansowy
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