Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Languages
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Abeetha Abeythilake

Abeetha Abeythilake

Tamatea,Napier

Summary

Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at People's Bank, Sri Lanka, excelling in team leadership and financial analysis. Spearheaded process improvements that enhanced efficiency and drove revenue growth. Adept in treasury operations and stakeholder relationship management, committed to delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Duty Manager

Padda Enterprises Limited (Big Barrel)
03.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw daily retail operations, including inventory management, stock replenishment, and visual merchandising.
  • Ensured strict adherence to licensing regulations while maintaining high customer service standards.
  • Managed cash handling procedures, reconciled daily transactions, and mitigated discrepancies.
  • Monitored sales performance and implemented strategies to drive revenue growth.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to manage stock levels and optimize procurement processes.
  • Enforced workplace safety and compliance policies.

Acting Manager - Offshore Banking Unit

People's Bank, Sri Lanka
07.2011 - 01.2023
  • Opened offshore accounts for companies and corporate clients, ensuring due diligence.
  • Managed offshore accounts for major currencies (USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, JPY, SGD) in foreign banks.
  • Managed funds in Nostro accounts, including lending and borrowing.
  • Approved SWIFT Alliance messages (MT 202, MT 103, MT 799) for transactions related to borrowing, lending, and telegraphic transfers.
  • Reconciled nostro accounts.
  • Tested and implemented a new treasury borrowing system for the Offshore Banking Unit.
  • Directed international borrowing operations, strengthening partnerships with global banking institutions.
  • Led retail banking and credit units, driving process enhancements and service excellence.
  • Designed and executed an offshoring strategy, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Managed and mentored a high-performing team.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize banking operations and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Conducted financial analysis and reporting.

Operations Manager

People's Bank, Sri Lanka
07.2011 - 01.2016
  • Prepared the annual branch budget.
  • Evaluated and approved commercial loan applications, including cash flow forecasting and risk analysis.
  • Developed and presented Management Information System (MIS) reports.
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments.
  • Led and mentored a team, including recruitment, training, and performance management.
  • Fostered a collaborative and transparent work environment.

Education

Master of Applied Management - Strategic Management, Leadership, Financial Management, Applied Research

EIT Hawke's Bay Campus
07.2024

Diploma in Advanced Banking and Finance -

Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka
01.2021

Bachelor of Engineering -

Anna University, India
01.2010

Skills

  • Team Leadership & Motivation
  • Problem Solving
  • Workload Management & Prioritization
  • Communication (Written & Verbal)
  • Customer Support
  • Organizational Skills & Time Management
  • Reconciliation & Control Processes
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Treasury Operations (Payment & Settlement, SWIFT, MIS Reporting)
  • Financial Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • Stakeholder Relationship Management

Certification

  • Manager's License, Napier City Council
  • LCQ from EIT Napier
  • NZ Full Driver License

Accomplishments

  • Led offshoring initiatives that reduced operational expenses by 20%.
  • Streamlined processes in international borrowing operations.
  • Strengthened loan portfolio performance by 15%.
  • Increased production output by 12% and reduced defect rates by 18% through process enhancements.
  • Attained LCQ certification and secured a Manager's License in New Zealand.

References

Available upon request.

Languages

  • Sinhalese, Native
  • English, Fluent
  • Tamil, Conversational

Languages

English
Professional
Sinhalese
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Duty Manager

Padda Enterprises Limited (Big Barrel)
03.2023 - Current

Acting Manager - Offshore Banking Unit

People's Bank, Sri Lanka
07.2011 - 01.2023

Operations Manager

People's Bank, Sri Lanka
07.2011 - 01.2016

Master of Applied Management - Strategic Management, Leadership, Financial Management, Applied Research

EIT Hawke's Bay Campus

Diploma in Advanced Banking and Finance -

Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Engineering -

Anna University, India

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