Chamila Kathrige
Carshalton,Surrey
Summary
Experienced Account and Commercial Administrator with a proven track record of achieving business objectives. Skilled in managing complex tasks and delivering results under tight deadlines. Strong communication and customer service abilities contribute to meeting and exceeding company targets. Reliable team player focused on enhancing finance, management, and commercial skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Payroll & HR Transaction Officer
Surrey County Council
Weybridge, Surrey
2024.08 - 2025.05
- Ensured timely and accurate processing of payroll, pensions, and employee enquiries.
- Handled advanced payroll calculations and resolved complex pension issues.
- Executed employee payroll and transaction processes using Unit 4 systems to meet targets.
- Processed high-volume transactions daily, ensuring smooth workflow in a busy environment.
- Resolved complex transaction queries, including maternity, sick leave, and payment discrepancies.
Accounts and Commercial Administrator
Hana Group UK Ltd
London, United Kingdom
2022.09 - 2024.07
- Checked all supplier invoices, approved payments, and maintained accurate financial records.
- Executed payroll processes from start to finish, including statutory calculations and year-end submissions.
- Ensured accurate posting of invoices in the accounts receivable system and approved necessary credit notes.
- Performed general ledger journal entries, monthly reports, and account reconciliations, including accruals and prepayments.
- Assisted with quarterly VAT returns to ensure compliance.
- Renewed company contracts to enhance supplier relationships.
- Reconciled bank accounts, credit cards, and loan accounts for accuracy.
- Optimised monthly and yearly inventory audit processes to improve efficiency.
Accounts Administrator
Tamson Accountancy
Hounslow, Middlesex
2021.11 - 2022.07
- Prepared year-end financial statements and associated ad-hoc assignments.
- Processed weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls accurately and timely.
- Executed end-to-end payroll processing, demonstrating knowledge of auto-enrolment and RTI procedures.
- Conducted manual calculations of SSP, SMP, and SPP, verifying against payroll software outcomes.
- Monitored workflow to ensure compliance with accounting policies and timely deadline adherence.
- Developed and submitted VAT forms and returns to HMRC.
- Reconciled 15-20 bank statements, maintaining high attention to detail.
- Utilised Sage Business Cloud software for processing accounting documents and tax calculations.
Accounts Administrator
LA Maison des Sorbets Foods LTD
London, City of London
2018.06 - 2021.11
- Processed accounting documents on Sage software, including invoices and payments.
- Completed VAT forms and returns submitted to HMRC.
- Managed payroll processes for company staff using Sage Payroll.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable management for financial integrity.
- Prepared journal entries and reconciled accounts, including accruals and prepayments.
- Reviewed expense forms to ensure transparency in expenditures.
- Maintained all financial records for accuracy and compliance.
- Compiled monthly reports to support enhancing the company's decision-making process.
Senior Accounts Assistant
ACCOUNTING, ALLIED LIMITED
Hounslow, Middlesex
2011.09 - 2018.05
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and reconciliations.
- Produced monthly financial reports detailing expenses, sales, and outstanding invoices.
- Conducted month-end reporting and payroll processing.
- Executed account reconciliations and tax return filings in compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Maintained updated accounting spreadsheets for customer information and financial transactions.
- Performed credit checks and set up new customers using Sage 50 Accounts software.
- Processed card payments via phone and email, ensuring secure transactions.
Education
High Diploma of Accounts and Finance - Accounts & Finance
2021.02 - 2022.09
GPA: Passed
Part Qualified ACCA - Accountancy
- Accountancy, Level 02, Bookkeeping and Accountancy
- GPA: Passed
Master of Business Administration - Accounts and Finance
GPA: Passed
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration & Economics
GPA: Second Upper
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Administration
Skills
- Calculate overpayment and underpayment
- Power BI
- Sage Line 50 Accounts
- High volume payroll experience
- Microsoft Office
- Credit control
- Sage Line 50 Payroll
- Inventory
- Accounts Receivable and Payable
- Strong client relationship
- Account reconciliation
Timeline
Payroll & HR Transaction Officer - Surrey County Council
2024.08 - 2025.05
Accounts and Commercial Administrator - Hana Group UK Ltd
2022.09 - 2024.07
Accounts Administrator - Tamson Accountancy
2021.11 - 2022.07
Oxford Brookes University - High Diploma of Accounts and Finance, Accounts & Finance
2021.02 - 2022.09
Accounts Administrator - LA Maison des Sorbets Foods LTD
2018.06 - 2021.11
Senior Accounts Assistant - ACCOUNTING, ALLIED LIMITED
2011.09 - 2018.05
ACCA - Part Qualified ACCA, Accountancy
Cardiff Metropolitan University - Master of Business Administration, Accounts and Finance
University of Colombo - Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration & Economics
Institute of Certified Management Accountants - Diploma of Higher Education, Business Administration