• Banking and Finance
  • Sri Lanka
  • Member Since, May 19, 2025

Education

Experience

  • Phoenix Industries Limited2021 - 2023

    Finance Business Partner

    Developed pricing strategies across various business segments (B2B, B2C, Hardware, Material trading, export market) to optimize company profitability. Conducted regular pricing reviews (monthly, quarterly, bi-annually, annually) to ensure competitiveness and performance. Validated invoicing prices against updated rates to maintain accuracy. Participated in pricing discussions and negotiations with B2B clients, focusing on relationship management. Evaluated sales team price change requests considering margin impact, potential volume increase, and competitor pricing. Assessed financial feasibility of existing projects and new product developments across all segments. Collaborated with production, sales, and finance teams on pricing decisions. Maintained and updated company\'s sales price list for each segment, ensuring accuracy. Contributed to annual sales budgets and financial forecasts for all segments. Prepared monthly performance reports for management decision-making. Analyzed actual segment performance against budgeted targets and propose strategic solutions for deviations. Generated adhoc reports for Management Information System (MIS) purposes. Ensured timely renewal of customer agreements with favorable terms and initiate new agreements for potential customers and products. Presented numerical and graphical data to demonstrate strategic progress. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and improve overall business performance. Complied with established internal controls and policies.

  • Ben Holdings (Pvt) Limited - Swarnamahal Jewellers2015 - 2021

    Assistant Manager - Finance

    Coordinated with finance team and took responsibility for preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements on time. Prepared monthly and annual budgets, including cash flow forecasts, and participated in budgetary controls. Implemented and ensured sound internal controls over invoicing, delivery, procurement, payments, and fund management. Implemented group finance standards, procedures, and policies within company. Worked directly with CEO to assist with financial analysis, MIS, and review operational and financial performance. Finalized annual audits within given deadlines and provided assistance for internal auditors. Participated in risk and compliance reporting for company. Prepared adhoc reports to facilitate strategic decision-making process. Liaised with external stakeholders such as tax authorities, financial institutions, and other suppliers on compliance and finance matters. Conducted feasibility studies and advised on financial impact of given strategic moves. Represented company at various forums. Prepared and approved board papers containing financial information of company.

  • Wealth Lanka Management (Pvt) Limited2013 - 2015

    Financial Analyst

    Developed financial modules tailored for finance and banking sector organizations to streamline corporate planning and budgeting processes. Participated in planning restructuring initiatives of prominent financial institutions in Sri Lanka. Provided strategic solutions for corporate clients by generating customized financial reports as per their needs. Implemented proposed payment plans on behalf of clients. Assumed responsibility for preparing monthly and annual financial statements promptly. Completed annual audits within specified deadlines.

  • Ernst & Young2010 - 2013

    Audit Supervisor

    Planned and coordinated audit engagements for small and medium-scale clients with support of Audit Manager. Successfully completed audit engagements within specified deadlines. Effectively managed overall direction, control, and progress of assigned audits within given time frames. Provided necessary coaching, guidance, training, and mentorship to team, reviewing their work as needed. Prepared and reviewed financial statements, auditors\' reports to members, and management letters in compliance with relevant standards and legislation. Offered recommendations to management regarding weaknesses identified during audits. Managed, trained, and directed junior team members in conducting audits, reviewing their work accordingly.

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English
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