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Sylvia Dziuba

About Me

hello@sylviadziuba.com

0435 135 100

Sylvia has extensive experience in project management, financial oversight and administrative coordination, including budget tracking, reporting, procurement and compliance management. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Accounting through Adelaide University, she is seeking an accounting-administrative role where her strong organisational skills and attention to detail will contribute to operational excellence.

Work Experience

Aug 2020 - Mar 2025

Freelance Writer

Self-employed

  • 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

Jan 2020 - Jul 2020

Project Manager

Mentes Joinery

  • 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

May 2015 - Dec 2017

Project Manager

Moar Cabinets

  • 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

Dec 2014 - Apr 2015

Production Manager

Lotus Kitchens

  • 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

Dec 2013 - Nov 2014

Showroom Manager

Kitchen Shack

  • 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

Jun 2012 - Jul 2013

National Sales & Marketing Manager

Compusoft Group

  • 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

Education

2025 - in progress

Bachelor of Accounting

Adelaide University

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.

2023

Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business

AUCTUS Training

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.

2002

Certificate IV in Financial Services

TAFE SA

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.

Skills & Expertise

Financial Software
MYOB (purchase orders, invoicing, budget tracking)

QuickBooks (Intuit) for record-keeping, preparation of financial and BAS statements and invoicing as a freelance writer

Microsoft Office

Word – advanced proficiency in all aspects of Word

Excel – intermediate proficiency, with limited formula creation

Project – advanced proficiency

Business Systems

Several project management software, including TeamGantt, Innergy and others

Many CRM systems including HubSpot.

Many team collaboration systems including Monday, Microsoft Teams, Asana and others.

Phone

+61 435 135 100

Wingfield, SA, Australia