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Indusha Shanthakumar

73/7, Pamankada Lane, Wellawatte, Colombo 06

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented finance professional with hands-on experience in accounting, auditing, tax, and education. Adept at teaching complex accounting concepts both in-person and online, with a strong academic background and professional qualifications. Proven ability to manage financial processes, meet deadlines, and mentor students toward academic success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Teacher

Thurstan College
10.2024 - Current
  • Delivered A-Level accounting lessons aligned with national curriculum standards.
  • Designed lesson plans, quizzes, and mock exams to support student assessment.
  • Provided individualized coaching for students requiring additional support.
  • Conducted revision classes and tracked student progress through detailed records.
  • Engaged with parents and administration for regular academic updates.
  • Engaged in preparation of term papers and correction.
  • Organized career guidance workshops.

Online/ Physical class Tutor

05.2020 - 10.2024
  • I conduct personalized one-on-one and group sessions, both online via Zoom and in person, teaching students from various districts, including Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Gampaha. I cover grades from O/L to A/L, as well as professional learners, delivering lessons in AAT Levels 1–3 and local, Cambridge, and Edexcel syllabi, including Accounting, Economics, and Business Studies. My approach simplifies complex topics such as journal entries, financial statements, and budgeting, while adapting teaching methods to different learning styles. I also create digital content and practice materials tailored to individual learner needs, helping students achieve improved exam performance and a deeper understanding of concepts.

Accounts Executive

Lideschsi International (Pvt) Ltd
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Managed petty and main cash operations and processed daily invoices.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations and assisted in financial statement preparation.
  • Handled foreign currency and tax matters (ESC, VAT, NBT, WHT).
  • Liaised with auditors, processed payroll, and filed EPF/ETF returns.

Finance Associate

Hayleys Business Solutions International
04.2018 - 07.2019
  • Managed bookkeeping using Xero and Receipt Bank for AR/AP/GL.
  • Prepared monthly P&L and Balance Sheets; handled client payments.
  • Performed journal entries, bank reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations.

Trainee Audit & Tax Associate

KPMG
04.2016 - 04.2018
  • Conducted audit procedures including vouching, cutoff testing, and P&L analysis.
  • Prepared provisional and final tax computations; filed returns and advised clients.
  • Handled registrations and communications with the Inland Revenue Department.

Education

CIMA - Final Reading

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

AAT -

Member – Association of Accounting Technicians
01-2022

G.C.E A/L - English Medium

C/Ramanathan Hindu Ladies’ College
01-2015

G.C.E O/L - English Medium

C/Ramanathan Hindu Ladies’ College
01-2012

Skills

  • Team player
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong stakeholder communication
  • Able to meet tight deadlines
  • Well organized
  • Detail-focused
  • Proficient in Xero
  • Microsoft Office
  • Online teaching platforms

declaration

I hereby certify that the above information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Extracurricular Activities

Junior and Senior Prefect Interact Club – Club Service Director Participant – CIMA Spell Master, KPMG Story Wars Debater – MTV Debate Series Performer – Zonal Level Drama & Singing Chemistry Quiz – Australian Chemist Quiz Leadership – YMCA Prefect Leadership Seminar

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 08/13/96
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Sri Lankan
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Hindu

Timeline

Accounting Teacher

Thurstan College
10.2024 - Current

Online/ Physical class Tutor

05.2020 - 10.2024

Accounts Executive

Lideschsi International (Pvt) Ltd
08.2019 - 02.2020

Finance Associate

Hayleys Business Solutions International
04.2018 - 07.2019

Trainee Audit & Tax Associate

KPMG
04.2016 - 04.2018

CIMA - Final Reading

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

AAT -

Member – Association of Accounting Technicians

G.C.E A/L - English Medium

C/Ramanathan Hindu Ladies’ College

G.C.E O/L - English Medium

C/Ramanathan Hindu Ladies’ College
Indusha Shanthakumar