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Safna Bari

Colombo

Summary

Partly Qualified Chartered Accountant with over 6 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, holding the Certified Business Accountant (CBA) credential from CA Sri Lanka. Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and internal controls for diverse international and local client portfolios. Acknowledged for exceptional communication, robust problem-solving abilities, and dedication to promoting financial integrity and operational excellence. Seeking to enhance business performance within a dynamic organization in Sri Lanka, leveraging technical proficiency and a client-centric approach.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager

WNS Global Services
Colombo
07.2024 - Current
  • Conducted detailed validation of ledger data to ensure compliance with IFRS 17 reporting requirements.
  • Led a team of 4 professionals to deliver comprehensive financial services, including account reconciliations and month-end variance analysis.
  • Managed internal and external audit queries, ensuring prompt resolution and compliance.
  • Drove continuous process improvement initiatives by standardizing workflows and facilitating cross-functional process breakthroughs.

Lead Associate

WNS Global Services
Colombo
01.2022 - 06.2024
  • Spearheaded financial reporting for senior onshore management by consolidating and analyzing key financial data across functions
  • Produced critical reports, including Balance Sheet analysis, inter-company governance summaries, compliance dashboards, and bespoke ad hoc insights
  • Transitioned key reporting processes to the onshore team during UK Reverse Transition Project in March 2024.

Internal Audit Associate

PwC Sri Lanka
Colombo
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Industry Exposure: Digital Platforms, Finance, Services, Manufacturing, Construction.
  • Served as team lead, hands-on experience in audit procedures focusing on evaluating internal controls and ensuring compliance across client portfolios

Finance Executive

MNR Associates, Sri Lanka
Colombo
11.2017 - 12.2019
  • Played an active role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting audits, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards
  • Gained exposure in core finance functions, including general accounting, tax compliance, and internal control assurance, within the retail sector.

Education

Partly Qualified CA -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka

Skills

  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • IAS and IFRS expertise
  • ERP proficiency (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, BlackLine, Qlik)
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Leadership and collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Received an award for demonstrating exceptional dedication and leadership skills, October 2024, WNS
  • Promoted as the Assistant Manager in July 2024, WNS
  • Excel at Work (League of Champions) Award – received in June 2024, WNS
  • Completed the Reverse Transition Project (UK) in March 2024, WNS.
  • Member of WNS Heroes of the Workplace project in December 2023
  • Taking Ownership (League of Champions) Award – received in August 2024, WNS
  • Organized and handled a few internal CSR events on behalf of WNS during 2023
  • Being recognized for performance in May 2023, WNS
  • Extended Contribution (League of Champions) Award – received in March 2023, WNS

Certification

  • Certified Business Accountant (CBA) by CA Sri Lanka in 2019
  • Certificate in ESOL International (Business) by the Cambridge Assessment English in November 2018

Languages

English
First Language
Tamil
Proficient (C2)
C2
Sinhala
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Beginner
A1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Manager

WNS Global Services
07.2024 - Current

Lead Associate

WNS Global Services
01.2022 - 06.2024

Internal Audit Associate

PwC Sri Lanka
01.2021 - 12.2021

Finance Executive

MNR Associates, Sri Lanka
11.2017 - 12.2019

Partly Qualified CA -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka

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