MHA’s Zaneta passes key insolvency exam

MHA Restructuring and Recovery Manager Zaneta Resiak has passed one of the most demanding professional exams in the insolvency field.

She successfully completed the Personal Insolvency paper of the Joint Insolvency Examination Board (JIEB) – one of two standalone papers that candidates must pass to become a licensed insolvency practitioner. Zaneta is now preparing to sit the Corporate Insolvency paper in November.

Zaneta oversees the day-to-day operation of the firm’s insolvency department, supports colleagues, manages complex cases and helps businesses and individuals navigate financial challenges.

Her route into the profession has been anything but conventional. After completing a degree in sociology and psychology in Poland, she arrived in Scotland 20 years ago intending to stay for just three months before returning home to complete a master’s degree.

After working in a variety of roles, including in the lettings sector, she joined the accountancy practice in an administration position in 2018. What began as a cashier role evolved into case administration, case management and ultimately a key operational role within the firm’s Aberdeen restructuring and recovery team, with responsibility for work across Scotland.

Zaneta said: “Passing the Personal Insolvency paper was a proud moment. The JIEB examinations are challenging and require a significant commitment alongside a full-time role.

“What I enjoy most about restructuring and recovery is that every case is different. You’re constantly learning, solving problems and helping people through what can be a very difficult period in their lives. I’ve been fortunate to work with a supportive team at MHA that has encouraged my development and given me opportunities to take on more responsibility over the years.”

As well as the Aberdeen insolvency team, MHA has restructuring and recovery specialists based in London and Manchester. The accountancy and business advisory firm also has an office in Edinburgh.

MHA, the UK member firm of Baker Tilly International, has more than 2,300 staff across 30 offices and was recently named among the FT’s Top 100 UK Best Employers 2026.

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