Corporate Accountant
Resume:
?GAYANI RADHIKA, ACCA-UK, ACA-SRI LANKA, B.SC (ACCOUNTING SPECIAL) USJP SRI LANKA.
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Profile
Resourceful and results-driven accounting professional with over 12 years of experience in accounting and auditing. Proven track record of managing the full cycle accounting, implementing ERP systems, analyzing financials and conducting audit for diverse client base. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a collaborative approach ensures the efficient completion of financial reports and compliance with IFRS and IAS standards.
Highlights
? Experience in handling full cycle accounting process.
? Experience in IFRS and IAS.
? Experience in audit planning and conducting audits.
? Experience in implementation of ERP (IFS).
? Preparation of Annual Report.
? Handled the treasury function of the company.
? Proficient user of ERP package of SAP, IFS and other software such as Sage and QuickBooks.
? Introduced Standard Operating procedures to streamline the business operations.
Core-Knowledge and Skills
? Financial Reporting and Analysis
? Audit Planning and Execution
? Process Improvements
? Tax Compliance
? ERP Implementation
? Credit Management
? Collaborative Team Player
? Adaptability
Professional Experience
Nipissing University
Financial Coordinator, Accounting and Budgeting - Contract Jan 2026 to present
? Prepare and analyze general ledger accounts, posting journal entries and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes.
? Perform monthly account reconciliations using financial accounting systems and resolved discrepancies through adjusting entries.
? Assist in the preparation of internal financial reports, including financial statements and budget-to-actual variance analysis for management and committees.
? Support the annual budgeting process by compiling financial data, preparing projections, and processing budget adjustments.
? Coordinate with auditors by organizing audit documentation and responding to information requests during the year-end audit process.
? Collect and compile financial data for government remittances and regulatory reporting requirements.
Magna International Inc Dec 2024 to Dec 2025
Corporate Accountant
? Managed the full bookkeeping and financial reporting activities for a portfolio of companies ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting Standards.
? Ensure timely month-end, quarter end, and year end close processes to support internal and external reporting requirements.
? Financial data and trends are analyzed to generate actionable insights for strategic decision making by senior management.
? Performed intercompany reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of consolidated financial reports.
? Prepared bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
? Collaborated with the tax department and external auditors by providing supporting documentation.
? Prepared and filed HST returns, analyze refund claims and ensure compliance with CRA regulations.
Regnis (Lanka) PLC Oct 2021 to April 2023
(Sri Lanka?s largest manufacturer of white goods, producing nearly 40% of the country?s both refrigerator and washing machine volumes under the Singer and Sisil Brands)
Accountant
? Coordinated staff for month end financial reporting requirements by reviewing and analyzing the management accounts of the company and guiding them to achieve deadlines in compliance with requirements of IFRS.
? Prepared quarterly Accounts and Annual report of the company including consolidation.
? Prepared and present management ad hoc reports and analysis to the senior management.
? Engaged in developing process in ERP system (IFS).
? Cooinated Tax Authorities regarding Value added Tax, Income Tax, PAYE and Stamped Duty.
? Conducted the statutory Audit requirements Annual basis and follow up compliance to Group Risk and Control requirements.
? Engaged with preparing and finalizing the Annual Budget for the Company.
? Managed the Debtor collection and Creditor payment according to the treasury plan of the Company.
? Involved with Group Internal Control Verification and Review.
? Performed WIP count at each month end and reconciled it with the system report, resolved discrepancies and made the relevant adjustment.
? Preformed Finish Goods inventory reconciliation at each month end and identified any discrepancy and made necessary adjustments in the system.
? Analyzed and shared slow moving inventory reports with the relevant department monthly and suggested the ways to
use nonmoving raw materials in new products by analyzing the competitor?s product offerings.
? Checked the accuracy of BOQ and the product pricing.
? Oversaw the Finance Department by ensuring all transactions are following Accounting Standards and business procedures, improving and remove nonvalue adding activities and implementing better finance controls and KPIs.
Singer (Sri Lanka) PLC ? Factory Complex Aug 2014 to Feb 2021
(Sri Lanka?s undisputed leader in the consumer durables market and products)
Accountant
? Involved in manufacturing ERP system (IFS) implementation as finance core team member.
? Engaged with Tax authorities to resolve tax matters.
? Prepared and submitted the monthly management accounts to the management.
? Prepared the Annual budget after coordinating with all the functional heads of the Factory.
? Arranged Annual physical verification of Stock.
? Cheque signing and authorizing documents.
? Monitored regular and special?order product costing process.
? Identify, improve, and standardize processes within Finance where possible.
HVA Foods PLC Oct 2013 to July 2014
(Sri Lanka based tea exporter engage in processing packing and exporting value-added tea)
Assistant Accountant
? Prepared the CSE Quarterly Accounts.
? Prepared the Monthly Management Accounts.
? Authorized payments and other legal business documents.
? Engaged with the Auditors for the Statutory Audit.
Ernst & Young - Colombo, Sri Lanka Mar 2010 to Oct 2013
(Ernst & young is an Audit and other related service provider among the Big four Audit firms in the world)
Supervisor
? Involved in the planning and performing of audits of diversified clients which include Quoted Public Companies within the following sectors.
? Manufacturing/Hotel/Services/Construction/Retail/ Conglomerate
? Effectively handled overall direction, control and progress of the audits involved, resulting in achievement of deadlines.
? Coordinated team effectively & efficiently which resulted in a reduction in time spent on the engagements.
? Developed Audit Reports and reported directly to the Partner in a timely manner.
? Provided adequate coaching and appropriate mentorship to the team manage multiple tasks.
? Conducted meetings efficiently and resolved issues with the clients? top management.
? Coordination of team members and preparation of detailed audit work plan for the team.
? Resolved technical issues by discussing with Executives/Managers & Conducting meetings efficiently with the clients? middle management.
? Prepared financial statements and Management Letters discussing weaknesses of internal control systems and computerized accounting systems.
? Ensured that client had complied with the accounting standards and reporting framework by performing work on specific areas such as income, expenses, fixed assets, debtors, creditors and accruals, taxation, cash and bank and stated capital and reserves.
Education
? Post Graduate Diploma in Global Business Management- Fleming College Toronto 2024
? Completed H & R Block Tax Academy Federal Income Tax level 1 Course 2023
? Associate Member of Association of Chartered Certified Accountants UK, A Member Institute of IFAC 2023
? Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, A Member Institute of IFAC 2016
? Bachelor of Science, Accounting Special Degree 2011
(University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka (Equivalent to 4-year bachelor?s degree in Canada according to the World Education Services)
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