Ashvini Fernando
Lead Associate – Finance Operations
Colombo
Summary
Accomplished Lead Associate at WNS Global Services, adept in Blackline/Wdesk platforms and organizational abilities, I spearheaded financial report accuracy initiatives, achieving 100% precision. With a background in audit and accounts from Ernst and Young, my expertise in staff training and process improvement significantly enhanced productivity and cross-departmental communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Associate
WNS Global Services (Pvt) Ltd
Colombo
09.2024 - Current
- Generated detailed month-end financial reports, ensuring 100% accuracy.
- Involving reporting in meetings with monthly GL governance analysis through Blackline and Wdesk live.
- Analyzed financial data, income statements, and cash flow analysis to provide an understanding of economic health.
- Allocated tasks were completed within the agreed timeframe, while meeting expectations.
- Implemented internal controls to ensure report compliance.
- Assisted management in developing short-term plans for achieving long-term objectives related to growth strategies.
- Monitored and coached team on routine tasks critical to day-to-day operations.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity.
- Encouraged and improved cross-department internal communication.
- Trained new hires on company policies, procedures and best practices.
Senior Associate
WNS Global Service (Pvt) Ltd
Colombo
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Involved in Accounts receivables and Fixed Assets process on monthly basis
- Involved in monthly reconciliation preparation and review within the deadline
- Implementation of internal controls and checks on the reports
- Involved in managing audit requests and preparations of required reports for audit
- Delivered allocated tasks within the specified time, aligning with client expectations.
- Resolved client issues efficiently ensuring complete satisfaction.
Audit Associate
Ernst and Young Sri Lanka
Colombo
01.2017 - 04.2021
- Performed regular check requests and check runs
- Oversaw administration of proper procedures and controls
- Received and acted upon audit requests promptly and accurately
- Designed and presented new strategies and initiatives for clients
- Responded to all customer queries, issues and requests
- Handled all duties under tight deadlines
- Processed a range of documentation and entered information into databases
Education
Reading - Accounting and Finance
Charted Accountancy
Skills
- MS Office suite applications
- SAP/ Blackline/ Wdesk/ Power App platforms
- Organizational abilities
- Multitasking abilities
- Independent work
- Teamwork
- Customer confidentiality
- Report writing
- Staff training
References
- Ms. Chrishami Perera Assistant Manager - Financial Control - London Stock Exchange 0777224266.
- Mr. Krishan Francis, Accountant, Kwality Meat Mart (Pvt) Ltd, 0774541939, Franciskrish17@gmail.com
Timeline
Lead Associate
WNS Global Services (Pvt) Ltd
09.2024 - Current
Senior Associate
WNS Global Service (Pvt) Ltd
04.2021 - 08.2024
Audit Associate
Ernst and Young Sri Lanka
01.2017 - 04.2021
Reading - Accounting and Finance
Charted Accountancy
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