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Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Custom
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Rasika Deepali Ranatunge

Borehamwood

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in accounts payable management, data entry and reconciliation, and financial software proficiency. Demonstrated expertise in vendor relationship management, reporting and analysis, budgeting and cash flow management, and project coordination. Skilled in BACS payment processing, supplier statement reconciliation, payment scheduling, cost centre analysis, time management, purchase ledger expertise, deadline adherence, data entry efficiency, invoice processing, account reconciliation, Microsoft Office proficiency, and financial forecasting. Committed to enhancing financial operations through meticulous attention to detail and efficient processes.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
8012
8012
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Purchase Ledger Assistant

JRL Group (J Redington Ltd)
Borehamwood, UK
10.2023 - 09.2025
  • Managed purchase ledger for four inter-companies and 15 utility suppliers, ensuring accuracy.
  • Oversaw expense management for 300 employees using Web Expenses software.
  • Processed purchase invoices, maintaining compliance and accuracy in all transactions.
  • Verified bank details to ensure precise account management.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to resolve discrepancies and enhance relationships.
  • Facilitated communication by managing incoming calls effectively.
  • Scheduled payments and forecasted cash flow to maintain timely accounts payable.
  • Monitored ledger entries to ensure proper expense allocation and adherence to budgets.

Accounts Administration Assistant

OCU Group (Instalcom Ltd)
Borehamwood, UK
01.2017 - 10.2023
  • Managed purchase ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC regulations.
  • Resolved discrepancies in materials, CIS, and plant hire invoices to streamline accounting workflows.
  • Implemented process improvements to boost administrative accuracy and efficiency.
  • Liaised with external stakeholders to address account discrepancies and ensure service satisfaction.
  • Trained new staff on administrative systems to enhance operational consistency.
  • Prepared reports for Finance Manager and Financial Controller to aid decision-making.
  • Oversaw accounts payable, facilitating timely payments and accurate records.
  • Maintained organised records to support auditing processes and respond to auditor inquiries.

Graduate Teacher

Ministry of Education
Colombo, Sri Lanka
04.2014 - 09.2016
  • Developed curriculum, taught courses, and assessed student progress.
  • Worked Aug 2009 to Sept 2010 and again from Apr 2014 to Sept 2016

Accounts Executive

Eversafe Consultant Ltd
Singapore, Singapore
10.2013 - 04.2014
  • Oversaw payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes.
  • Facilitated monthly financial closures to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Assisted in bookkeeping and maintenance of financial accounts.

Audit/Accounts Associate

Tally Assurance
Singapore, Singapore
01.2011 - 10.2013
  • Conducted audits and identified control issues, providing recommendations to clients.
  • Prepared comprehensive audit reports for clients, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
  • Compiled financial accounts for clients, maintaining compliance with regulations.
  • Assisted in quarterly GST submissions, ensuring timely and precise filing.

Secretary to General Manager

Lanka Bell Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
05.2008 - 08.2009
  • Coordinated meetings and schedules for senior management to optimise time management.
  • Streamlined office procedures, enhancing overall efficiency across teams.
  • Managed office supply stock, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
  • Organised calendars, providing timely reminders for meetings and events.
  • Executed special sales projects, driving company revenue by 8% and supporting cross-functional objectives.

Assistant Accountant

Book Corner LLC
Dubai, Dubai
08.2005 - 12.2007
  • Ensured integrity of general ledger and facilitated annual audits.
  • Prepared comprehensive financial reports to support decision-making.
  • Managed daily bookkeeping activities, including accounts payable and receivable.
  • Maintained accurate financial transaction records using accounting software.

Accounts Assistant

The Kanoo Group
Dubai, Dubai
01.2004 - 07.2005
  • Processed invoices and reconciled supplier and intercompany accounts efficiently.
  • Managed vendor relationships to maintain positive partnerships.
  • Collaborated with team to optimise invoice and payment processing.
  • Oversaw credit control management to ensure timely payments.

Accounts Assistant/Clerk

Sri Lanka Telecom Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.1992 - 09.2003
  • Maintained accurate financial records for international telephone, telex, and telegraph revenues.
  • Processed invoices to ensure timely payments and proper accounting.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to complete financial tasks efficiently.
  • Managed expense reports for approximately 8,000 employees.

Education

Certificate - Accounting

Pearson LCCI Level 3
Singapore

MAAT - Accounts

Association of Accounting Technicians
Sri Lanka

Licentiate in Accounting - Accounts

Institute of Chartered Accountants
Sri Lanka

Master of Arts - Linguistics

University of Kelaniya
Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Statistics

University of Kelaniya
Sri Lanka

Skills

  • Purchase ledger and accounts payable management
  • Budgeting and cash flow
  • Project coordination
  • Payment processing
  • Supplier statement reconciliation
  • Time management and Deadline adherence
  • Account reconciliation
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Languages

English
Fluent

Custom

  • Right to Work in the UK: Yes
  • Salary Expectation: £43,000 annual

References

References: Available upon request

Timeline

Purchase Ledger Assistant

JRL Group (J Redington Ltd)
10.2023 - 09.2025

Accounts Administration Assistant

OCU Group (Instalcom Ltd)
01.2017 - 10.2023

Graduate Teacher

Ministry of Education
04.2014 - 09.2016

Accounts Executive

Eversafe Consultant Ltd
10.2013 - 04.2014

Audit/Accounts Associate

Tally Assurance
01.2011 - 10.2013

Secretary to General Manager

Lanka Bell Ltd
05.2008 - 08.2009

Assistant Accountant

Book Corner LLC
08.2005 - 12.2007

Accounts Assistant

The Kanoo Group
01.2004 - 07.2005

Accounts Assistant/Clerk

Sri Lanka Telecom Ltd
01.1992 - 09.2003

Certificate - Accounting

Pearson LCCI Level 3

MAAT - Accounts

Association of Accounting Technicians

Licentiate in Accounting - Accounts

Institute of Chartered Accountants

Master of Arts - Linguistics

University of Kelaniya

Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Statistics

University of Kelaniya
Rasika Deepali Ranatunge