Position: Accountant

Job Summary

We are seeking a meticulous and analytical Accountant to oversee core accounting operations, ensure strict statutory compliance, and deliver timely management reporting.

In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining robust financial controls, supporting budgeting cycles, and monitoring working capital performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accounting professional with audit and corporate experience to advance their career within a high-growth, essential services organization.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Records & Transactions: Maintain complete, accurate accounting records and ensure the prompt, precise processing of routine financial transactions.
Financial Reporting: Prepare comprehensive monthly management accounts, interim financial statements, and all required supporting schedules.
Budgeting & Variance Analysis: Assist financial leadership with annual budgeting cycles, rolling cash forecasts, and monthly variance analysis to drive cost discipline.
Cash Flow & Working Capital: Monitor daily cash flow movements, working capital health, and general financial performance metrics.
Compliance & Internal Controls: Ensure full alignment with applicable accounting standards (LKAS/SLFRS), company policies, statutory obligations, and internal control frameworks.
Process Improvement: Support the continuous implementation, review, and maintenance of sound accounting policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Audit & External Coordination: Liaise directly with internal and external auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies, providing all necessary documentation and schedules.

Candidate Profile

Professional Qualifications:
- Passed Finalist or Fully Qualified in Chartered Accountancy (CA Sri Lanka).
- A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline will be considered a strong added advantage.
Work Experience: Minimum of three (03) years of hands-on experience in external/internal audit or a corporate finance environment.
Technical Knowledge: Sound, up-to-date knowledge of Sri Lankan Accounting Standards (LKAS/SLFRS), financial reporting principles, and corporate compliance frameworks.
Analytical Skills: Strong numerical aptitude with high attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity.
Work Ethic: Demonstrated ability to work independently to meet tight monthly deadlines while collaborating seamlessly within a multi-disciplinary team.