Alina Gulina
@alinagulina
Detail-oriented finance professional specializing in Accounts Payable operations.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented finance professional with extensive experience in Accounts Payable and finance operations across international environments. My strengths lie in invoice processing, reconciliations, and vendor communication, where I leverage systems like SAP to ensure smooth workflows. I have successfully supported finance operations in the EMEA and APAC regions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and maintain compliance.
Currently, I lead the Payments Team at PayPal Limited, where I oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in payment execution. My role involves supervising payment runs, resolving escalations, and driving process improvements through automation. I am committed to delivering training sessions to enhance collaboration within the AP Team, and I take pride in my structured approach and adaptability to process enhancements.
With a background in financial project management and a strong educational foundation in economics and civil engineering, I bring a unique perspective to financial management. I am proactive, solution-driven, and dedicated to continuous improvement in finance operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Team-Lead – Accounts Payable
PayPal Limited, Filial Sweden
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Led daily operations of the Payments Team, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely execution of payments. Supervised payment runs, urgent transactions, and resolved escalations related to vendor payments and bank rejections.
Financial Project Manager
I-Teco
Mar 2014 - May 2021 (7 years 2 months)
Managed project administration and financial monitoring, overseeing accounts receivable and accounts payable. Conducted financial investigations and collaborated with stakeholders to improve processes.
Accounts Payable Analyst
PayPal Limited, Filial Sweden
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Handled AP processes including invoice handling, reconciliations, and vendor communication. Investigated and resolved payment and invoice discrepancies, ensuring high accuracy and operational efficiency.
Project Administrator
NVision Group
Sep 2009 - Mar 2014 (4 years 6 months)
Administered contracts and invoices, managing customer and supplier ledgers. Prepared data for financial reports and ensured document review and quality assurance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
International Institute of Economics and Law
Bachelor's degree, Economics
Studied business and organizational economics, gaining expertise in company finances, financial management, and business planning. Focused on the economic principles relevant to business operations.
Nizhny Novgorod State University of Architecture and Construction
Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering
Gained expertise in construction and civil engineering, combining knowledge of construction and earth sciences with economics, law, and leadership in the real estate industry. Focused on property expertise and property management.
NTI-skolan
Komvux Accounting 1 and 2, Accounting
Completed courses in bookkeeping and financial statements, including tax for various company forms and report analysis. Developed skills in accounting principles and practices.
Fortnox
Fortnox Accounting Courses, Accounting
Completed online courses covering accounting of financial transactions, bookkeeping, and invoicing using the Fortnox accounting application. Gained practical skills in using accounting software.
Nizhny Novgorod State University of Architecture and Construction
English translator and interpreter, English Translation and Interpretation
Trained as an English translator and interpreter specializing in professional communication within the field of civil engineering. Developed language and interpretation skills for technical contexts.
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