Kasun Suranga
Auckland
Summary
Results-driven finance professional with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and international accounting standards. Demonstrates proven leadership in managing cross-border financial operations, streamlining accounting processes, and enhancing profitability through insightful strategic planning. Adept in ERP systems and analytical tools, with a solid commitment to continuous learning in AI and data science to enhance financial decision-making.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager – Financial Services
Infomate Pvt Ltd (John Keells Group)
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Led a team on analysis of financial statements of AU/NZ companies.
- Managed client communications and other stakeholders negotiations
- Resource planning, financial forecasting and budgeting.
- Pricing and Profitability reporting.
Assistant Manager – Financial Services
Infomate Pvt Ltd (John Keells Group)
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Prepared budgets, variance analysis, and MIS reports
- Presented monthly performance to Senior leadership
- Implemented cost optimization models and process improvements
- Guided team on IFRS application
Accounting Manager / Lecturer
LIT Institute
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Prepared financial statements and annual budgets.
- Bank reconciliation, Payroll, Budgeting.
- Lectured for Financial & Management Accounting, and Economics.
- Advised on long-term financial planning and process improvements.
Assistant Manager – Accounting & Finance
Brisca Management Pvt Ltd
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Handled Australian client accounting and consolidated reporting
- Managed payroll (through ADP & Xero), BAS, and financial advisory
- Led a finance team ensuring timely deliverables for multiple clients
- Performed AP/AR functions and reconciliations
Assistant Manager – Finance Operations
WNS Global Services Pvt Ltd
02.2014 - 02.2019
- Promoted from Associate, Sr. Associate, Lead Associate to Assistant Manager.
- Team management and Client Handling
- Managed AP/AR/GL functions for USA client accounts
- Ageing analysis, Payment Reconciliation, Invoicing, Posting Journal entries
Accounts Assistant
LIRNEasia
10.2009 - 09.2010
- Handled bookkeeping, payroll, tax submissions, and petty cash
- Maintained accurate financial records and reconciliations
- Assisted with audits and new system implementation
- Supported budgeting and expenditure reporting
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Colombo
01.2023
Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting -
School of Business & Accounting – ICASL (La Trobe University Affiliation)
01.2016
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Economics
University of Colombo
01.2014
Skills
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control
- IFRS Compliance & Taxation
- Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- ERP & Accounting Software (XERO, SAP, Oracle, MYOB)
- Process Improvement & Risk Management
Affiliations
- Associate Member – Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka
- Associate Member – Institute of Analytics (UK)
- In process of obtaining CAANZ Certification (via Mutual Recognition Agreement)
Timeline
Manager – Financial Services
Infomate Pvt Ltd (John Keells Group)
07.2024 - 06.2025
Assistant Manager – Financial Services
Infomate Pvt Ltd (John Keells Group)
08.2022 - 06.2024
Accounting Manager / Lecturer
LIT Institute
11.2019 - 07.2022
Assistant Manager – Accounting & Finance
Brisca Management Pvt Ltd
04.2019 - 10.2019
Assistant Manager – Finance Operations
WNS Global Services Pvt Ltd
02.2014 - 02.2019
Accounts Assistant
LIRNEasia
10.2009 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Economics
University of Colombo
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Colombo
Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting -
School of Business & Accounting – ICASL (La Trobe University Affiliation)
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