Accounts Payable Receivable

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Seasoned financial professional with over 19 years of comprehensive

experience in accounting and finance roles across diverse industries. Demonstrated expertise in financial control, strategic planning, and team leadership. Proven ability to optimize financial processes, improve efficiency, and drive profitability. Adept at leveraging analytical skills to provide valuable insights for informed decision-making. Seeking to contribute expertise and drive growth within a progressive organization while ensuring compliance with legal requirements (Green Card) to work in the United States. SANDUN RATHNAYAKE, MBA, BSc, CGMA, ACMA

347-***-**** *******************@*****.*** Brooklyn, NY 11210 linkedin.com/in/sandunrathnayake SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Financial Reporting

• Budgeting & Forecasting

• Strategic Planning

• Financial Analysis

• Risk Management

• Team Leadership

• Process Optimization

• Regulatory Compliance

• ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)

• Microsoft Excel Advanced

EDUCATION

07.2017

Master of Business Administration

Federation University, Australia

10.2015

BSc in Applied Accounting

Institute of Chartered Accountant of

Sri Lanka

English - Full Professional Proficiency

Sinhala - Native

WORK EXPERIENCE

Head of Finance

Senok Trade Combine (Pvt) Ltd Colombo, Sri Lanka September 2023 - May 2024

• Managed financial operations for 10 entities, overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and internal controls, resulting in a 15% reduction in financial discrepancies.

• Prepared and analyzed financial statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), facilitating informed decision-making processes and enhancing stakeholder trust.

• Developed and managed budgeting and forecasting processes, aligning financial objectives with strategic goals, leading to a 10% increase in revenue projections and improved resource allocation efficiency.

• Ensured compliance with local tax regulations, spearheading tax filing processes, optimizing tax strategies, resulting in a 20% reduction in tax liabilities.

Finance Manager

Hafele India (Pvt) Ltd Colombo, Sri Lanka

June 2017 - September 2023

• Led the implementation of SAP FI & S/4 HANA, enhancing operational efficiency and bolstering reporting accuracy by 25%.

• Directed accounting team through financial functions, including monthly collections exceeding Rs. 1M, aging reports, and financial report preparation, driving a 30% increase in reporting efficiency.

• Ensured adherence to financial regulations, internal controls, and banking relationships, streamlining audit processes with zero findings over a five-year period.

• Drove continuous improvement and automation efforts within financial systems, optimizing operational efficiency by 20%. Accountant

Alliance Finance Company PLC Colombo, Sri Lanka

October 2012 - June 2017

• Recorded financial transactions accurately and timely, reducing processing time by 30%.

Chartered Global Management

Accountant (CGMA)

Association of International Certified

Professional Accountants

Associate Chartered Management

Accountant (ACMA)

Chartered Institute of Management

Accountants

Member of the Association of

Accounting Technicians (MAAT)

Association of Accounting

Technicians of Sri Lanka

CERTIFICATIONS

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

• Prepared comprehensive financial statements, providing critical insights into financial performance and guiding proactive financial strategies.

• Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, optimizing cash flow and financial stability amidst market fluctuations.

• Delivered detailed monthly reports to the Board of Directors/Management, providing actionable insights into portfolio performance, recovery strategies, competitor analysis, and industry trends.

Accounts Assistant

Shin Nippon Air Tech (Middle East) LLC Dubai, UAE 01.2007 - 11.2010

Shin Nippon Air Technologies Co. Ltd Colombo, Sri Lanka 01.2005 - 01.2007

• Month end accounting work; bank reconciliations, journal entries, etc.

• Assisting with the financial statement preparation for the company

• Perform numerous reconciliations, assist in tax filings for multiple projects

• Serve as a resource for the external audit firm on both tax and general accounting matters

• Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor

• SAP FICO, SAP S/4 HANA

• Certified US GAAP Professional

• US Tax Fundamentals

AWARDS & HONORS

Best Employee Award Hafele India (Pvt) Ltd 10.2022

• Recognized as one of the top 10% employees at Hafele South Asia.

• Awarded the Talent in Focus (TiF) Award in 2022. Academic Excellence - Federation University MBA 05.2017

• Awarded the Golden Key's Pillar of Academics for exceptional performance during MBA studies, ranking within the Top 15 of International Graduates. Academic Excellence - ICASL - BSc in Accounting 05.2015

• Attained First Class Honors in BSc Accounting Degree with a GPA of 3.86/4. TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

REFERENCES

Available upon request.

ACCOMPLISHMENT & KEY PERSONAL STRENGTHS

• Led SAP ERP system implementation for comprehensive office management, IT infrastructures and Asset Management – SAP S/4 HANA, SAP FICO

• Reduced Accounts Receivable Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) from 112 to 30 days in three years

• Implement and maintain revenue recognition policies and procedures in accordance with IFRS 15 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers)

• Ability to effectively prioritize competing demands

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent analytical skills, problem solving, critical thinking, along with the ability to identify problems, design/articulate solutions, and implement change

• Strong collaborative skills, highly motivated, adaptable and responsible.

• Strong functional knowledge and proficiency in MS Word, Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Table), Outlook, PowerPoint, Windows OS, Data Entry (SAP FICO, QuickBooks, Sage 50)

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