Sylvia Dziuba

• Produced articles, website copy, books and reports for business clients. For example, writing a monthly property market report for Buyside – from 2022 to 2024 – requiring detailed market analysis and interpretation
• Managed client billing, invoicing, and financial record-keeping for multiple concurrent projects
• Developed project timelines and budgets to ensure profitable delivery of writing services
• Edited and localised content for website copy across various industries
• Used QuickBooks for budgeting, BAS preparation, and client invoicing
• Personally completed and lodged personal and business tax returns

• Managed commercial joinery projects valued between $100K-$1M
• Prepared comprehensive Bills of Materials and coordinated procurement processes
• Tracked budgets and generated financial reports using MYOB accounting software
• Negotiated with suppliers to secure optimal pricing, resulting in cost savings
• Created and processed monthly progress claims and financial documentation
• Ensured compliance with HR and safety regulations through proper documentation, including producing Safe Work Methods Statements (SWMS) for each project
• Developed and maintained project schedules with strict financial milestone tracking

• Managed commercial joinery projects across Sydney and Melbourne
• Administered procurement processes including purchase orders, invoicing and payment tracking
• Prepared and submitted formal progress claims for financial approval
• Coordinated with accounting department to ensure accurate project cost accounting
• Developed and implemented financial controls to maintain project profitability
• Monitored and reported on budget adherence throughout project lifecycles

• Oversaw all post-sale administrative processes including financial documentation
• Optimised production scheduling to maximize resource efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Managed supplier relationships and coordinated procurement and delivery logistics
• Implemented inventory control processes to minimise waste and control costs
• Maintained detailed records of production costs and resource allocation

• Managed sales operations including transaction processing and financial record-keeping
• Developed staff training programs for sales procedures and financial protocols
• Tracked sales metrics and prepared regular performance reports
• Ensured accurate pricing and quotation practices across all sales activities

• Developed B2B software marketing strategies with budget management responsibilities
• Created financial projections for marketing initiatives and tracked ROI
• Prepared presentations with detailed financial analysis for potential clients
• Produced written content for various marketing materials with attention to financial details
• Maintained accurate records of marketing expenditures and sales outcomes

The Bachelor of Accounting provides a strong foundation of accounting knowledge, allowing Sylvia to further her skills in business, taxation, auditing, law and finance. She has chosen this degree in order to gain employment within the sector.

The BSB30220 Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business qualification reflects the role of individuals establishing or carrying on business as a sole trader or contractor. Completing the certificate helped Sylvia in running her freelance writing business more effectively.

The FNB30199 & FNB40199 Certification allowed Sylvia to gain skills in maintaining financial records for accounting and reporting purposes. The course included management of accounts payable/receivable, reconciliation, preparation of financial statements and payroll.