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Education
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Gajahnan Jeyaseelan

Ace Accountants and Tax Consultants Ltd (UK)
Moratuwa
Gajahnan Jeyaseelan
7
years of professional experience

Results-driven and proactive finance professional with a strong academic background in Financial Management and practical experience in banking and taxation. Demonstrates excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills, complemented by adaptability, attention to detail, and a strong willingness to learn. A reliable team player committed to delivering accurate results, improving operational efficiency, and contributing to organizational success.

Work History

Bookkeeping Trainee

7 Months
Ace Accountants and Tax Consultants Ltd (UK) | 03.2026 - Current
  • Enter invoices, receipts, and payment details into accounting records with consistent attention to accuracy.
  • Review source documents for missing information and flag discrepancies for follow-up.
  • Assist with basic account reconciliations by comparing records and identifying variances.
  • Organize client files and bookkeeping records to support smooth month-end preparation.
  • Prepare spreadsheets for financial tracking using formulas and structured formatting.
  • Draft clear internal notes and client emails to communicate routine bookkeeping updates.
  • Learn accounting procedures and apply guidance from senior staff to daily tasks.
  • Maintain confidentiality when handling client financial information and internal records.
  • Adapt to changing priorities while supporting deadlines for bookkeeping and administrative tasks.
  • Use digital tools to organize bookkeeping information and streamline routine processing.
  • Coordinate with team members to keep accounting tasks moving and information up to date.
  • Capture notes from training sessions and apply feedback to improve day-to-day bookkeeping work.

Internship Trainee

4 Months
Bank Of Ceylon, Tax Unit, Head Office | 05.2025 - 09.2025
  • Entered financial data into internal records with careful attention to accuracy and consistency.
  • Assisted with tax file organization to support efficient retrieval and tracking.
  • Used Excel to update worksheets and organize tax data for internal reporting.
  • Supported senior staff by gathering documents needed for tax-related checks and follow-up.
  • Drafted clear emails and short notes to communicate status updates and requests.
  • Checked source information against supporting records to help identify missing details.
  • Coordinated with team members to complete daily tax office tasks on schedule.
  • Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and taxpayer information.
  • Learned internal tax procedures and applied guidance from supervisors during assigned work.
  • Adapted to changing priorities across tax unit tasks while meeting daily deadlines.
  • Reviewed instructions carefully before completing assigned tasks to reduce avoidable rework.

School Leaver

6 Months
Bank of Ceylon, Metropolitan Branch | 01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Handled routine customer questions with professionalism and a calm, helpful approach.
  • Reviewed simple forms for completeness before routing them to the appropriate department.
  • Used office applications to update records, format documents, and complete basic administrative work.
  • Adapted quickly to changing branch tasks and maintained dependable daily support.
  • Followed branch procedures while completing assigned work with care and consistency.
  • Contributed to a respectful team environment by cooperating with staff and supporting shared duties.
  • Maintained a professional appearance and reliable attendance throughout the placement.
  • Assisted with filing, sorting, and preparing documents for daily branch operations.
  • Applied basic problem-solving to resolve minor office issues and keep tasks moving.

Education

MBA in Finance (2026 - 2028) Weekend Programme (Reading) - Business Administration / Management

University of Colombo | Colombo, Sri Lanka | 09-2028

BBA (Hons) in Financial Management - Business Administration / Management

University of Jaffna | Jaffna, Sri Lanka | 10-2025
  • 3.87 GPA (1st Class) - BBA (Hons) in Financial Management, University of Jaffna.

Extracurricular Activities:

• Member, Management Students Society – University of Jaffna (2024–2025)

• Participant, Finance Exhibition - 2023 (In Collaboration with CSE)

• Participant, IBSL University Quiz - 2024

Honours and Awards:

• Winning Team Member – Stage 01 of Varsity Battles 2023 (CSE)
• An Active Participant – Undergraduate Research Symposium (URS) 2024 (In Collaboration with CFA Society, Sri Lanka)

• Winner of Season 04 Quarter Finals - ECON ICON TV Competition Organized By The Central Bank of Sri Lanka – 2019

Professional Development:

Completed AI Fundamental Certificate Course, offered by Lanka Education and Research Network (LEARN Team) Sri Lanka - 2026

Skills

1. Financial and Accounting Knowledge – Understanding financial statements
budgeting
taxation
auditing
and financial reporting.
2. Advanced Microsoft Excel – Using formulas
XLOOKUP
PivotTables
Power Query
and financial data analysis techniques.
3. Analytical and Critical Thinking – Interpreting financial data
identifying trends
evaluating risks
and making evidence-based decisions.
4. AI and Digital Literacy – Using AI tools
automation
and digital finance technologies responsibly to improve productivity.
5. Communication and Business Writing – Preparing professional emails
reports
presentations
and communicating financial information clearly.
6. Professional Ethics and Integrity – Maintaining confidentiality
ensuring accuracy
complying with regulations
and demonstrating accountability.
7. Problem-Solving and Decision-Making – Identifying financial discrepancies
resolving issues
and recommending practical solutions.
8. Time Management and Adaptability – Prioritising tasks
meeting deadlines
managing workloads
and adapting to changing financial regulations and technologies.
9. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills – Collaborating effectively with colleagues
clients
managers
auditors
and other stakeholders.
10. Data Analytics and Visualisation – Using tools such as Power BI and SQL to analyse financial information
create dashboards
and communicate insights.
Cultural Awareness
Attention to Detail
Willingness to learn
Self-Motivated
Flexible and Adaptable

Timeline

Bookkeeping Trainee

Ace Accountants and Tax Consultants Ltd (UK)
03.2026 - CurrentRead More

Internship Trainee

Bank Of Ceylon, Tax Unit, Head Office
05.2025 - 09.2025Read More

School Leaver

Bank of Ceylon, Metropolitan Branch
01.2020 - 07.2020Read More

University of Colombo

MBA in Finance (2026 - 2028) Weekend Programme (Reading) from Business Administration / Management
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University of Jaffna

BBA (Hons) in Financial Management from Business Administration / Management
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Gajahnan Jeyaseelan