Arta Hoxha

artta.sh.hoxha@gmail.com • +38344671597
LinkedIn • Ferizaj, Kosovo

Chief Accounting Profile

Summary
Experienced financial strategist with a 15+ year record of enhancing organizational performance,
profitability, and growth through rigorous financial operations and compliance management..

Results-driven professional with a demonstrated track record of success in managing end-to-end financial operations,
consistently achieving short- and long-range targets while upholding stringent quality standards and ethics. Possessing strong
organizational skills, I adeptly anticipate resource needs, prioritize tasks, and consistently meet tight deadlines. I excel in
leveraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify and develop solutions, enabling successful resolution of complex
financial challenges and driving continuous improvement. Recognized for providing decisive leadership that fuels growth,
revitalizes underperforming operations, and yields strong financial outcomes. Additionally, I possess exceptional skills in working
collaboratively with diverse groups - peers, teams, clients, and stakeholders - fostering a positive work culture of open
communication, accountability, and excellence.

Areas of Expertise
• Corporate Finance leadership
• Financial Modelling &
Reporting
• Audit Planning & Preparation
• Compliance & Risk
Management
• Financial Accounting & Analysis
• Profit & Revenue Growth
• Profit & Loss Management
• Team Leadership & Training
• Analytical and problem-solving
skills
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Proficiency in accounting
software and financial systems

Accomplishments
• Championed a highly successful financial transformation, driving a 20% increase in EBITDA within the inaugural year through
the implementation of cost-optimization strategies and diversification of revenue streams.
• Implemented vigilant risk management strategies to effectively mitigate financial risks and safeguard corporate assets,
leading to a 20% reduction in insurance costs and minimized exposure to market volatility.
• Revamped financial reporting, reducing monthly closing time by 50% (from 10 to 5 days) while delivering precise financial
insights for informed decision-making.
• Cultivated banking relationships, negotiating advantageous terms for a 35% reduction in borrowing costs, significantly
enhancing the organization's financial health.
• Maintained updated and accurate financial records, consistently meeting stringent deadlines by ensuring all transactions
were logged within 24 hours, while achieving a 99% accuracy rate in data entry.

Career Experience
AH Consulting , Ferizaj, Kosovo 2023 – Present
Chief Executive Officer / Virtual CFO (2021 – 2023)

Proven Chief Executive Officer adept at steering AH Consulting's success in the competitive realm of CFO Virtual Services. With a
background steeped in finance, strategy, and leadership, I orchestrated transformative initiatives, propelling business growth,
streamlining financial operations, and ensuring unparalleled client satisfaction.

• Crafted strategies that positioned AH Consulting as a premier virtual CFO provider, fostering a 10% revenue surge in the
first year.
• Strengthened client relationships by tailoring virtual CFO solutions, leading to a remarkable 5% increase in satisfaction
and boosted retention rates.
• Streamlined operational processes for virtual CFO services, implementing tech-driven solutions that achieved a notable
10% reduction in operational costs.
• Team Leadership:-Led a high-performing financial team, nurturing collaboration and innovation while implementing
development programs that increased employee retention and satisfaction by 25%.
• Directed comprehensive financial planning, budgeting, and strategic cost management to enhance organizational
financial health, driving increased profitability through revenue optimization.

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OXA Group, Ferizaj, Kosovo 2009 – 2023
Chief Finance Officer/ Controller (2018 – 2023)

Developed and executed comprehensive financial strategies, consistently surpassing annual profit targets, fostering robust
financial performance across the organization. Introduced key performance metrics for continuous monitoring, enhancing
operational expenditures, and driving data-driven efficiency improvements.

• Collaborated closely with a 9-member executive management team to drive strategic financial initiatives and ensure
robust fiscal decision-making
• Enhanced company profitability by expanding profit margins, achieving a 5% increase in gross profit margin and a 10%
improvement in net profit margin through adept cost management and revenue optimization.
• Introduced advanced accounting software, boosting departmental productivity by 50% and achieving a 99% precision
rate in financial reporting. Consistently successful in audits and implemented internal processes saving €100K
annually
• Pioneered advanced financial models, boosting forecasting precision by 25%, and empowering agile decision-making
within the organization.
• Led cost-saving initiatives resulting in substantial corporate savings, with a 15% reduction in operational expenses
achieved through process enhancements and strategic sourcing.

Finance Manager (2013 – 2017)

Supervised, guided, and mentored a high-performing financial team, facilitating the achievement of departmental objectives.
Produced and assessed monthly financial statements for improved decision-making. Ensured accuracy and compliance in the
preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, audits, and reviews, adhering to financial
regulations across all operations.

• I led a team of 10 accountants and coordinators, working cohesively across all corporate entities, addressing high-level
management and corporate mid-management requirements.
• Optimized financial reporting, reducing monthly closing time by 40%.
• Managed company budgets strategically, achieving a 5% decrease in variances while maintaining a remarkable 95%
budget accuracy rate.
• Spearheaded the successful implementation of Microsoft Dynamics AX across all nine companies within the Group,
standardizing and optimizing financial management practices.
• Negotiated contract renewals with 15+ existing clients, resulting in a 95% retention rate and an increase In annual
revenue of 1.5ml €

Accounting Officer (2009 – 2012)

Directed the optimization of accounts payable and receivable transactions, expediting payments and collections.
Implemented process enhancements to boost operational efficiency and excellence.

• Managed end-to-end payroll, reducing issues/errors by 25% and ensuring timely and accurate payments, enhancing
employee satisfaction and compliance.
• Introduced automated bank reconciliation, reducing reconciliation time by 40% and enhancing operational
efficiency.Implemented efficient expense tracking systems and stringent cost control measures, resulting in a 10%
decrease in non-essential spending.

Additional Experience
Bank Teller, Banka Ekonomike, Ferizaj, Kosovo
Administrative Specialist – Engineering Work Control Center, Kellogg Brown & Root, Ferizaj, Kosovo

Education
Master of Arts in Management, Business & Economy
UBT University, Prishtina, Kosovo, 2023
Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration
Universiteti Humanistika; Ferizaj, Kosovo

Certifications
Engineering Work Control Specialist – Certification of appreciation for outstanding support, Kellogg Brown & Root Services
Administrative Specialist – Certification of appreciation for outstanding support, Kellogg Brown & Root Services

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Professional Training
QuickBooks Suite Training Program, BPA TEC
Microsoft Dynamic AX Finance Model Training, BPA TEC
Woman in Business Program, RTC Consulting
Basic Accounting, AFAS
Principles of Economics, International Business Management Institute

Languages
English: Fluent | Macedonian: Fluent | Turkish: Fluent

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