Xero
Ajith Bandara
Kuala Lumpur,14
Summary
Accomplished financial management and accounting professional with 15 years of demonstrated positive impact company growth. Proven skill in employing accounting and financial management best practices and team leadership. Committed to introducing changes to achieve continuous improvement and successfully influencing processes driving operational excellence. Expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis, operational management, forecasting and cost control.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Accounting Manager
H.I.S. Travel (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
2019.10 - Current
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
- Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
- Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Implemented cost control procedures and cost management processes, saving company $50,000.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Regional Accountant
H.I.S. Management Services Sdn Bhd.
2015.04 - 2019.09
- Streamlined accounting processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors.
- Analyzed and compared revenue of three country's locations with company's overall financial standings and projections.
- Participated in special projects such as system implementations or process improvements, providing valuable input on potential financial impacts and budget considerations.
- Delivered timely financial information to stakeholders through regular reports outlining revenue trends, variance analysis, profitability ratios, among others.
- Mentored regional staff members on best practices in regional accounting, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on continuous learning.
- Enhanced financial reporting quality by implementing robust internal controls and documentation procedures.
- Analyzed and compared revenue of 4 regions with company's overall financial standings and projections.
Senior Audit Executive
Ernst & Young
2008.01 - 2015.01
- Analyzed complex client problems and generated targeted solutions that resolved outstanding issues while enhancing client business positions.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving overall departmental efficiency by automating manual processes wherever possible.
- Led forensic investigations into suspected fraudulent activities, resulting in significant recovery amount of $5,000 of assets for clients.
- Managed complex auditing projects, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining stringent quality standards.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Business Management
International University of Malaya-Wales
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Finance
Wayamba University
Kuliyapitiya, Sri Lanka04.2009
Skills
- Journal Entries
- Bookkeeping
- Account Reconciliation
- Audits
- GAAP understanding
- General ledger accounting
- Bank account reconciliations
- Quickbooks
- Project Management
- Fixed Asset Management
- Financial Management
- Financial Reporting
Certification
- ACCA - Chartered Certified Accountant- UK
- CA- Chartered Accountant- Sri Lanka
Software
Quickbooks
MYOB
Timeline
Accounting Manager
H.I.S. Travel (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
2019.10 - Current
Regional Accountant
H.I.S. Management Services Sdn Bhd.
2015.04 - 2019.09
Senior Audit Executive
Ernst & Young
2008.01 - 2015.01
MBA - Accounting And Business Management
International University of Malaya-Wales
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Finance
Wayamba University
- ACCA - Chartered Certified Accountant- UK
- CA- Chartered Accountant- Sri Lanka
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