PIYUMI MAHEESHA PERERA
Glasgow
Summary
Analytical professional focused on data interpretation and problem-solving. Capable of transforming complex data into actionable insights using tools like Python and SQL. Committed to supporting data-driven decisions through thorough analysis and clear visualisations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Junior Accountant
ROMATA Engineering Services & Construction (Pvt) Ltd
2021.12 - 2022.09
- Supported finance and admin operations, including payroll processing, account reconciliation, tax preparation, and vendor transactions.
- Performed reconciliations and variance checks to identify discrepancies in payroll and vendor accounts.
- Assisted with training support documentation and scheduling for internal finance system onboarding.
Fund administrator – Transfer agency Singapore
HSBC Electronic Data Processing Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
2019.12 - 2021.12
- Oversaw daily workflow schedules for subscription and redemption processes across multiple fund accounts.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy and attention to detail in reconciliation, reporting, and investor documentation.
- Liaised with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure prompt handling of financial queries.
- Analysed project cost and budget data to support KPI reporting and financial decision-making.
Education
MPhil - Computer and Information Sciences
University of Strathclyde
UK 2022.01 - 2025.01
B.Sc. - Accounting (Sp.)
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka 2017.01 - 2022.01
Skills
- Python
- SQL
- Excel
- Jupyter Notebook
- Machine Learning (basic)
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Bookkeeping
- Financial modelling
- Financial planning and analysis
Certification
- IBM Data Analyst
- IBM Certificate in Excel Basics for Data Analysis
- Diploma in Applied Banking and Finance
Timeline
MPhil - Computer and Information Sciences
University of Strathclyde
2022.01 - 2025.01
Junior Accountant
ROMATA Engineering Services & Construction (Pvt) Ltd
2021.12 - 2022.09
Fund administrator – Transfer agency Singapore
HSBC Electronic Data Processing Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
2019.12 - 2021.12
B.Sc. - Accounting (Sp.)
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
2017.01 - 2022.01