Yasith Abeythunga
Galle,3
Summary
Dynamic accountant with extensive experience at VC Villas and Resorts, excelling in financial reporting and compliance. Proven track record in optimizing processes and enhancing decision-making through precise data analysis. Skilled in budgeting and corporate tax, demonstrating strong analytical abilities and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
VC Villas and Resorts
01.2022 - Current
- Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial statements to senior management, enhancing decision-making with accurate data.
- Oversaw full-cycle accounting processes, including GL, AP/AR, and financial reporting, ensuring regulatory compliance through precise tax filings and reconciliations.
- Optimized accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy, collaborating with auditors for seamless year-end audits.
Accountant
World Tech Services
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed full-cycle accounting for procurement projects, ensuring compliance with government tender regulations and financial reporting standards to support project success.
- Oversee budgeting, cost tracking, and cash flow management for large-scale material supply contracts.
- Collaborated with procurement teams to prepare financial proposals for government tenders, aligning financial strategies with project objectives.
- Conducted cost-benefit analyses and developed pricing strategies to enhance bid competitiveness, contributing to successful tender submissions.
Accountant
Briliant cuts
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Manage full-cycle accounting for export operations, including foreign currency transactions and trade receivables.
- Reconcile multi-currency bank accounts and track foreign client payments.
- Maintain accurate records for tax purposes (including VAT on exports).
- Handled inventory costing for raw gemstones and finished products, contributing to accurate financial reporting.
- Processed payroll for artisans and production staff, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Prepared export documentation, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations to facilitate smooth operations.
- Assisted in financial analysis to optimize pricing strategies for global markets, supporting revenue growth.
Accounts Clark
The Century Finance (PVT)Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed daily bookkeeping and payroll, ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial records.
- Prepared budgets and cash flow forecasts to support informed financial analysis and decision-making.
- Ensured compliance with local accounting standards and tax regulations, mitigating risks and maintaining organizational integrity.
Accountant
Hilburn College
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports to ensure financial integrity.
- Prepared monthly financial statements, enhancing accuracy of financial reporting.
- Conducted audits to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Implemented budgeting processes that aligned financial operations with resort management goals.
- Analyzed expense reports to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Account Executive
Samaranayake company
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Supported month-end closing activities, enhancing reporting accuracy for senior accountants.
- Processed monthly invoices, ensuring accuracy in financial data entry and reconciliations.
- Assisted with external audit engagements for clients across various sectors.
Audit trainee
Ernst & Young
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Conducted vouching, substantive testing, and analytical procedures to provide reliable audit evidence.
- Reviewed financial statements, tested internal controls, and ensured compliance with IFRS/GAAP to support audit integrity.
- Developed audit working papers and documentation to substantiate findings and enhance audit quality.
- Collaborated with senior auditors to identify risks and recommend improvements.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
SRI LANKA01.2017
Bachelor of Commerce -
SRI LANKA INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION
SRI LANKA01.2014
Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Auditing
- Budgeting
- Corporate Tax
- Risk management
- Data Analysis
- Business Administration
Websites
References
- Thushara Dissanayaka, VC Villas And Resorts, OM
- Sujith Jayasooriya, World Tech Services, CEO
Languages
- Sinhala
- English, Fluent
- Sinhala, Native
Timeline
Accountant
VC Villas and Resorts
01.2022 - Current
Accountant
World Tech Services
01.2020 - 01.2022
Accountant
Briliant cuts
01.2017 - 01.2020
Accounts Clark
The Century Finance (PVT)Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2020
Accountant
Hilburn College
01.2013 - 01.2017
Account Executive
Samaranayake company
01.2012 - 01.2013
Audit trainee
Ernst & Young
01.2009 - 01.2011
Master of Business Administration -
CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Commerce -
SRI LANKA INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION