Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Reference
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Chethana Arangala

Auckland

Summary

I am an energetic professional with expertise in Finance and Banking over 5 years in Sri Lanka. As a dedicated Financial Officer, I bring a wealth of experience in managing financial processes, budgeting, and record-keeping. My meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy ensure the smooth functioning of financial operations. I thrive in dynamic environments, contributing to the financial success of organizations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Crew Member

Mc Donalds
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.

Finance and Commercial Executive

Electro Metal Pressings (Pvt) Ltd
11.2019 - 01.2023
  • Prepared Monthly Reconciliation of bank accounts
  • Managed Accounts Payable
  • Managed of Accounts Receivable
  • Cash Handling
  • Ran Payroll
  • Coordinated with banks and prepared required documentation for investments, payments and credit limits.
  • Processed all type of International Trade Payments (LC/TT/Shipping guarantees etc.)
  • Raise of Proforma Invoices and Commercial Invoices.
  • Proficiency in using SAP accounting system
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, relevant to financial transactions and reporting requirements.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing teams to increase revenue and overall financial health.

Bank Teller

Bank Of Ceylon
08.2018 - 09.2019
  • Managed high-volume transactions maintaining attention to detail.
  • Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted customers in opening new accounts, with an outstanding customer service.
  • Awareness and compliance to regulatory guidelines and internal procedures.
  • Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Bank Teller

Hatton National Bank
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Cash Handling
  • Account Management
  • Payments Processing
  • Customer service
  • Record Keeping
  • Compliance with rules and regulations
  • Team Work

Education

Charted Accountancy - Executive Level Completd - Financial Accounting

Institute of Charted Accountants of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Business Management

University of Colombo
Sri Lanka
01.2019

Postgraduate Diploma - Business Management

Eastern Institute of Technology
New Zealand
2025

Skills

  • Accurate Data Entry
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications
  • Proficiency in using Accounting Software
  • Meeting Deadlines
  • Attention to detail
  • Positive attitude
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills

Reference

Narinder Bhawa

Operations Manager - Mc Donalds Napier 

Narider@napiermcd.nz


Pii-Tuulia Nikula 

Associate Professor- Eastern Institute of Technology Napier

PNikula@eit.ac.nz



Timeline

Crew Member

Mc Donalds
11.2023 - 05.2024

Finance and Commercial Executive

Electro Metal Pressings (Pvt) Ltd
11.2019 - 01.2023

Bank Teller

Bank Of Ceylon
08.2018 - 09.2019

Bank Teller

Hatton National Bank
01.2018 - 08.2018

Charted Accountancy - Executive Level Completd - Financial Accounting

Institute of Charted Accountants of Sri Lanka

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Business Management

University of Colombo

Postgraduate Diploma - Business Management

Eastern Institute of Technology
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