Kata Köles
Brussels
Summary
Results-driven executive professional with over 20 years of leadership in the non-profit education sector with extensive experience in driving organizational success. Skilled in strategic planning, operational management, and fostering collaborative work environment. Committed to the individual development of people and organizational growth through innovative and sustainable initiatives.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
President of the Foundation Board
A-Z Educational Foundation
Budapest, Hungary (Remote)
08.2003 - Current
- Leading the foundation’s strategic development and educational programming of A-Z International Centre for Children for over two decades.
- Managing budgets, forecasts, financial investments, developmental projects and partnerships to support lifelong learning initiatives.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and internal regulations.
- Enhance customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Cultivating strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Recruiting and leading staff to ensure high-quality social and educational care, while providing training on best practices and organizational protocols.
Treasury and Financial Manager
Levi Strauss & Co.
Budapest, Hungary
01.1994 - 01.2003
- Oversaw financial operations including treasury, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls.
- Led financial reporting and analysis to support executive decision-making.
- Prepared comprehensive financial statements for executive reviews and for decision-making processes
- Developed and maintained financial models
Management Accountant
Unilever
Budapest, Hungary
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Supported business units with cost analysis, budget planning, and financial forecasting.
- Contributed to corporate reporting and compliance initiatives.
Education
Master of Science (MSc) - Economics and Foreign Relations
Corvinus University of Budapest
01.1996
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Accounting and Corporate Finance
Budapest College of Finance and Accountancy
01.1993
Skills
- Leadership & Business Development
- Financial Management & Strategic Planning
- HR policies and procedures
- Educational Program Design
- Recruitment and hiring
- Leadership team building
- Organizational leadership
- Integrity and ethics
- Crisis management
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hungarian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
President of the Foundation Board
A-Z Educational Foundation
08.2003 - Current
Treasury and Financial Manager
Levi Strauss & Co.
01.1994 - 01.2003
Management Accountant
Unilever
01.1993 - 01.1994
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Accounting and Corporate Finance
Budapest College of Finance and Accountancy
Master of Science (MSc) - Economics and Foreign Relations
Corvinus University of Budapest