K.A.T GAJAWEERA
Accounting Manager
+* (***) 871***********
********@*****.***, 48, Camberley court, Scarborough M1B 2S6 5363951 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Accounting Manager with over 12 years in financial management and reporting. Proven track record in consolidating financial information, implementing policies, and ensuring compliance. Skilled in financial forecasting, internal controls, and enhancing operational efficiency. Proficient in SAP S4HANA and project management, with strong communication skills. Committed to driving organizational success and adhering to corporate governance. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Accounting Manager 2012 – Present
Almarai Company - Kingdom Saudi Arabia
• Consolidated financial and management information while training finance staff and implementing policies and procedures.
• Supervised the presentation of financial information to management and external parties as required.
• Ensured consistent application of company policies across all site areas.
• Presented operational results to management, addressing issues to meet or surpass budget projections.
• Maintained adequate internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial stability.
• Participated in discussions to improve divisional activities, including financial and non-financial matters.
• Reviewed and finalized weekly reports from each cost center to ensure realistic and accurate financial data.
• Prepared and analyzed monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecasts to help management understand financial trends. Senior Accounts Executive 1999 - 2011
Hayleys Advantis Ltd
• Prepared periodic financial statements, including profit and loss accounts, budgets, cash flows, variance analysis, and commentaries.
• Analyzed financial performance to contribute to medium- and long-term business planning and forecasts.
• Collaborated with the accounting team to prepare year-end accounts and meet statutory requirements, liaising with external auditors.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business Management (BBA) with 1st Class 2018 - 2022 IIC University
Associate Member of Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) Membership No. 1235777
Passed GCE Advance Level Examination in Accounting & Commerce Stream 1998-2000 Ananda College - Colombo 10
SKILLS
• Project Management
• Public Relations
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Leadership
• Effective Communication
• Critical Thinking
• IT Skills
• SAP S4HANA (Currently Using)
• MTech USA (Currently Using)
• Spreadsheets (Currently Using)
• Soft Presentation (Currently Using)
MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATIONS
Institute of Public Accountants Australia
Fellow Member - Membership No. 331121
Institute of Financial Accountants of Australia
Fellow Member - Membership No. IPA331121
VOLUNEER WORK
• Business Reporting and Presentation Skills
Spearhead-UK
• Supervisory Skills - Basic & Advance
Spearhead-UK
• SAP, Advanced Excel
New Horizon (Microsoft Certified)
• SAP Material Management Module
Almarai IT Division