Sasha Sashek Gosheva
Finance Director
Skopje,Nort Macedonia
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented finance professional with 20+ years of experience in public sector financial management, budgeting, and organizational leadership. Currently leading a team of 30, with a proven track record in revenue oversight, financial control systems, and large-scale project implementation. Skilled in developing business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving high-performing teams. Known for strong communication and problem-solving skills, and for fostering a productive, collaborative team culture that delivers measurable results.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4014
4014
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Director – Sector for Financial Affairs
Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia
01.2018 - Current
- Lead and manage the Financial Affairs Sector, currently overseeing a team of 30 employees.
- Lead strategic planning, preparation and revision of the institutional budget, financial forecasting, and administration of public revenues.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Supervise preparation of annual financial reports and financial risk controls.
- Coordinate implementation of Financial Management and Control (FMC) systems.
- Acting as Project Director for the implementation of the Customs Declarations and Excise Documents Processing System (CDPS), a major digital transformation initiative in customs administration.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
Chief – Unit for Budget Planning and Analysis
Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia
10.2008 - 01.2018
- Led budget planning, procurement planning, and expenditure analysis.
- Oversaw monthly, semi-annual, and annual financial performance reporting.
- Played a key role in process optimization and cost-efficiency initiatives.
Senior Advisor – Public Procurement and Legal Affairs
Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia
04.2007 - 10.2008
- Executed public procurement procedures and contract management.
- Improved inventory management systems and ensured regulatory compliance.
Senior Advisor in International Cooperation, Customs Authorisations, and Director General's Cabinet
Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Organized strategic communication, legal coordination, and external EU cooperation.
Manager
VIN-MAK / HCB Athens Representative Office
02.2004 - 02.2005
- Implemented ISO 9001 and HACCP quality systems.
- Led client negotiations and contract management.
Education
MBA - Marketing Management
Institut Universitaire Kurt Bosch/University of New York
SkopjeBA - Economics
Ss. Cyril And Methodius University
SkopjeAuthorized Public Sector Accountant - International Accounting in Public Sector
Chartered Institute of Public Finance And Accountancy-CIPFA
Kingdom Of Great Britain 01.2015 - 01.2016
Certificate in International Public Sector Accounting - undefined
CIPFA
01.2012 - 01.2013
Skills
Strategic Financial Planning & Budgeting
undefinedProfessional Training
- 2023, Women Leaders Training (British Embassy)
- 2023, Customs Administration (Japan International Cooperation Agency)
- 2021, International Accounting Standards IPSAS (CEF - Center of Excellence in Finance)
- 2021, EU Negotiations (Secretariat for European Affairs)
- 2018, WCO Top Management Leadership Training
- 2015, Strategic Planning (World Customs Organization)
Digital And Technical Skills
- ERP Systems (Finance Modules),
- Customs systems (CDPS, NCTS, EXIM, ITE)
- DMS – Document Management Systems
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
Other
Driving License: Category B
Timeline
Director – Sector for Financial Affairs
Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia
01.2018 - Current
Authorized Public Sector Accountant - International Accounting in Public Sector
Chartered Institute of Public Finance And Accountancy-CIPFA
01.2015 - 01.2016
Certificate in International Public Sector Accounting - undefined
CIPFA
01.2012 - 01.2013
Chief – Unit for Budget Planning and Analysis
Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia
10.2008 - 01.2018
Senior Advisor – Public Procurement and Legal Affairs
Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia
04.2007 - 10.2008
Senior Advisor in International Cooperation, Customs Authorisations, and Director General's Cabinet
Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia
01.2005 - 01.2007
Manager
VIN-MAK / HCB Athens Representative Office
02.2004 - 02.2005
MBA - Marketing Management
Institut Universitaire Kurt Bosch/University of New York
BA - Economics
Ss. Cyril And Methodius University
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