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Gagana Ravidu Wijekoon

Paisley,Renfrewshire

Summary

An energetic individual well equipped with academic qualities, well developed

technical skills and interpersonal skills, experience in professional practice with the

desire to gain industry exposure where my skills, attitude and expertise will make

a positive contribution

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lead Associate Finance Operations

WNS Global Services ( PVT)Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Managed timely and accurate reporting of various financial transactions and information for detailed analysis.
  • Oversaw financial reporting processes, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Monitored and reviewed financial controls, processes and procedures of accounts payable to enable best practice development.
  • Managed daily accounts payables for smooth business operations.
  • Maintained KPI reporting tools for accurate, up-to-date financial data for decision-making.
  • Collaborated with business management to set and control annual budgets.
  • Coached and mentored junior staff to maximise finance department capabilities.

Senior Associate Finance Operations

WNS Global Services (PVT)Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • Ensured invoices are processed in a timely manner with a high degree of accuracy per optimal payment terms
  • Maintained effective controls to prevent duplicate payments and input errors
  • Assisted clients with inquiries regarding payment issues on multiple platforms
  • Managed day-to-day deliverables, adherence to SLAs across various lines of business, delivering on quality and key client projects
  • Monitored and provided training to work colleagues on the procure to pay function
  • Reviewed/evaluated internal control system set by the clients for effectiveness and efficiency
  • Handled queries and vendor dispute management.
  • Generated invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Assessed accounts and accounting systems in cases of alleged criminal activity.
  • Completed reviews of personal or business records in cases of insolvency and bankruptcy.
  • Investigated suspected cases of fraud and theft involving small numbers of transactions or complex systems.

Associate Finance Operations

WNS Global Services ( PVT)Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Handled the accounts payables by verifying invoices and maintained the accrued and advance accounts through SAP
  • Provided the monthly expenses journal to finalize the accounts
  • Assisted manager financial accounting with various initiatives and implementing controls for better quality
  • Assisted the quality team to enhance the process of accounts payable departments to minimize the CCRPs
  • Assisted the manager to collaborate with accounts receivables and general ledger teams to produce month-end reports
  • Performed vendor payments on a weekly basis
  • Collaborated with the general ledger team for month-end closing accounts
  • Maintained all accounting records and improved the efficiency of the procure to pay function.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - (Hons) International Business & Finance

University of West of Scotland
United Kingdom
03.2019 - 06.2022

Diploma of Higher Education - Information Technology with E-Commerce

E-soft Metro Campus
Sri lanka
02.2017 - 02.2018

A-Levels - A-level Commerce (Economics,Accounting,Business Studies)

St Jude's College, Negombo
Sri Lanka
02.2014 - 08.2016

Skills

  • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Management Reporting
  • Taxation
  • Auditing
  • Transaction management
  • High-value project management
  • IT

Accomplishments

  • Complete intermediate swimming at A & G Swimming School
  • Held senior prefectship in 2012-2014
  • My team initiated the CSR project 'Elimination du plastique' and 'PLOGGA-ECO-LUTION'
  • Chairperson of school commerce society

Languages

English
Advanced
sinhalese
Native

Accomplishment

Took on the responsibility and managing the the transition in France market from SAP ECC 06 to S for HANA and got recognised for the excellent performance and delivery as "excel at work"

Non-related referees

  • Mr. Rohan Fernando, Head of Operations, Wijeweera garments PVT Ltd, No.346, Galle road, Matara, suran@wijeweeragarments.com, +9477 9004709
  • Mr. Suran Patabendige, MBA,Bsc.Acc.special,ACGMA,CGMA, Manager Valliable Finance PLC, rohanbakka@gmail.com, +9471 871674

Personal Information

  • NIC Number: 972681415 V
  • Date of birth: 09/24/97
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Sri Lankan
  • Marital status: Single

Timeline

Lead Associate Finance Operations

WNS Global Services ( PVT)Ltd
03.2024 - 07.2024

Senior Associate Finance Operations

WNS Global Services (PVT)Ltd
11.2023 - 03.2024

Associate Finance Operations

WNS Global Services ( PVT)Ltd
11.2022 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Arts - (Hons) International Business & Finance

University of West of Scotland
03.2019 - 06.2022

Diploma of Higher Education - Information Technology with E-Commerce

E-soft Metro Campus
02.2017 - 02.2018

A-Levels - A-level Commerce (Economics,Accounting,Business Studies)

St Jude's College, Negombo
02.2014 - 08.2016

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