Dulanji Hewage
Dubai
Summary
Accountant with 8+ years of experience in financial reporting, audits, budgeting, and ERP/QuickBooks. Strong knowledge of VAT, IFRS and GAAP, with proven experience supporting SMEs and consultancy firms. Currently based in Dubai and actively seeking an Accounting/Finance role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Gold Key Services (Pvt) Ltd
06.2024 - 12.2025
Assistant Accountant
Vajira House Builders (Pvt) Ltd
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Maintained accurate accounting records for sales, purchases, payments, and receipts.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
- Performed bank reconciliations and reconciled AP/AR, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Assisted in budgeting, cost control, and financial forecasting to support management decisions.
- Ensured compliance with GAAP, VAT, and statutory regulations; supported audits.
- Monitored cash flow and inventory, reducing overdue receivables by 40% and controlling stock losses.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, saving $50K annually, and streamlined financial processes, improving efficiency by 30%.
- Prepared monthly financial statements, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
- Managed AP/AR for multiple projects, reducing payment delays by 30%.
- Performed bank and project account reconciliations, promptly resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate records.
- Assisted in budgeting, cost tracking, and financial forecasting for construction projects to support management planning.
- Ensured compliance with VAT, tax regulations, and internal audit requirements.
- Improved cash flow monitoring and reporting processes, reducing reconciliation discrepancies.
Senior Finance Executive
Management Consultancy & Accounting Solutions (Pvt) Ltd
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Managed full-cycle financial operations: GL, AP, AR, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepared accurate financial statements, management reports, and audit schedules.
- Assisted in external audits, coordinating with auditors and ensuring compliance.
- Ensured adherence to VAT, CIT, and internal control policies.
- Provided financial analysis to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Managed client relationships with auditors, banks, and tax authorities.
- Streamlined budgeting processes, reducing costs by 15% annually.
- Identified discrepancies, errors, and internal control weaknesses and reported findings to senior staff.
- Verified the existence and valuation of assets and liabilities.
- Maintained organized audit files, working papers, and documentation.
- Supported day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, bookkeeping, and data entry.
- Streamlined audit processes, enhancing efficiency by 20% annually.
- Prepared detailed reports that improved client decision-making by 30%.
- Maintained accurate documentation, ensuring audit trails were flawless.
- Supported audit preparations, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Created reports that improved decision-making speed by 25%.
- Managed petty cash, vouchers, and reconciliations.
- Prepared vouchers and invoices and posted entries to the accounting system.
Audit Assistant
HNK Associates Chartered Accountants
11.2018 - 10.2019
Finance Intern
Uwa Wellassa University of Sri Lanka
04.2018 - 10.2018
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Accounting (HNDA)
Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (SLIATE)
Diploma - English
Esoft Metro College Of Sri Lanka
Part Qualified - Chartered Accountancy
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka
Skills
- IFRS / GAAP
- VAT & Tax Compliance
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Reporting
- Internal/External Audit
- QuickBooks / ERP / Tally
Websites And Social Links - Linked In
www.linkedin.com/in/dulanji-hewage
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Sinhala
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Accountant
Gold Key Services (Pvt) Ltd
06.2024 - 12.2025
Assistant Accountant
Vajira House Builders (Pvt) Ltd
07.2022 - 06.2024
Senior Finance Executive
Management Consultancy & Accounting Solutions (Pvt) Ltd
11.2019 - 06.2022
Audit Assistant
HNK Associates Chartered Accountants
11.2018 - 10.2019
Finance Intern
Uwa Wellassa University of Sri Lanka
04.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Accounting (HNDA)
Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (SLIATE)
Diploma - English
Esoft Metro College Of Sri Lanka
Part Qualified - Chartered Accountancy
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka