Preparing accurate, timely financial reports of company expenditures following the established schedule.
Preparing month-end bank reconciliations, including but not limited to recording transactions, creating reports, tracking income and checking expense figures for accuracy and legitimacy.
Analyzing viability of establishing a more efficient accounting process to ensure effective execution of functions.
Reducing errors in financial reports by 20% through implementation of new processes and controls.
Managing successful implementation of a new accounting system, resulting in a 30% decrease in processing time.
Preparing tax returns for several companies operating under the group.
Accountant (Full time)
SERANDIB UNIFORMS LLC
06.2024 - Current
Preparing financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements.
Developing and monitoring budgets, forecasting financial performance and tracking variances.
Ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded and categorized.
Ensuring the company adheres to financial regulations.
Assisting with or oversee the preparation and filing of tax returns and ensure tax compliance.
Establishing and monitor internal accounting controls to safeguard assets and data integrity.
Accountant
SRI LANKA INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION (SLIATE)
12.2016 - 05.2024
Oversaw the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date financial records including accounts payables (AP), accounts receivables (AR) and general ledger entries.
Implemented cost control measures, resulting in a 15% reduction in expenses.
Conducted financial analysis to identify areas of improvement.
Managed closing activities resulting in timely and reporting.
Managed preparing of financial statements including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements using Sage Accounting software.
Prepared annual budgets and procurement plans.
Conducted account reconciliations and bank reconciliations monthly and quarterly basis.
Collaborated with external auditors and internal teams to facilitate audits and compliance reviews.
Assisted in the preparation of PAYE tax returns, VAT and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
Monitored the entire process of Procurement and certified payments.
Monitored the ERP system to ensure the accuracy of internal control system.
Maintained the fixed assets and calculated depreciations.
Handled construction procurement process and payments according to procedures.
Led a team of accounting staff and overseeing the operations.
Management Trainee (Finance)
STATE TRADING (GENERAL) CORPORATION
07.2016 - 12.2016
Handled banking transactions.
Prepared month end Sales analysis reports and Profitability reports using Oracle NetSuite.
Calculated VAT components and submitted VAT Returns.
Calculated landed cost, selling price, import taxes and other duties of imported items.
Actively involved in imports custom clearance procedures and clearance of container deposits.
Accountant
JANAKALA FOUNDATION
01.2014 - 12.2015
Prepared annual financial statements using QuickBooks.
Handled Accounts Payables (AP) and Receivables (AR).
Prepared annual capital budget and procurement plans.
Prepared monthly financial reports and bank reconciliations.
Banking Assistant
SAMURDHI DEVELOPMENT BANK
07.2013 - 12.2013
Prepared month end reports, quarterly reports and customer statement reports using customized software.
Monitored the progress of the granted loans and its downsides.
Investment Advisor cum Accounts Executive
RICHARD PIERIS SECURITIES (PVT) LTD
06.2010 - 07.2013
Handled client portfolios.
Analyzed Capital market movements and prepared research reports.
Contributed as a resource person for the student awareness programs.
Accounts Executive
LANKA HIGH TECH MARINE (PVT) LTD
01.2008 - 05.2010
Prepared accounting reports and maintained accounting documents using Tally accounting software.
Handled accounting receivables (AR) and payables (AP).
Timeline
Accountant
GOLDEN PALACE GROUP
11.2024 - Current
Accountant (Full time)
SERANDIB UNIFORMS LLC
06.2024 - Current
Accountant
SRI LANKA INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION (SLIATE)