Leonard Perera
Auckland
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented team leader with more than 10 years of Expertise skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Hardworking & problem-solving individual Known for reliability and adaptability, Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
WIA Systems Inc.
02.2022 - Current
- Leading the Finance department for WIA group of companies & handling a team of Five finance professionals to ensure seamless operation achievement of goals set out.
- Coordinating with CPA's of WIA Associate Entities located Canada, UK, Sri Lanka & India to ensure all tax & statutory compliances are met accurate & in timely manner.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Negotiated favourable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy, utilizing advanced analytical models.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
- Implemented risk management strategies to protect company assets and minimize losses.
- Established robust financial controls and policies, significantly reducing risk of fraud and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
- Spearheaded annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and facilitating smoother departmental operations.
- Coordinated with external auditors to ensure smooth and compliant audit process each fiscal year.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
Accountant
WIA Systems LK Pvt. Ltd.
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Played key role in financial planning and analysis, contributing to company's long-term financial strategy.
- Conducted detailed cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects, guiding senior management in making informed investment decisions.
- Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 100 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
Assistant Accountant
Lankem Ceylon PLC
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports to inform decision-makers.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Assisted with timely month-end closing procedures, resulting in accurate financial reporting.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
Junior Executive - Finance
Lankem Ceylon PLC
07.2017 - 06.2019
Management Trainee
Lankem Ceylon PLC
04.2016 - 06.2017
Assistant Accountant
Royal Furnishers (Pvt.) Ltd.
07.2014 - 03.2016
Education
Management Accountancy
Charted Institute of Management Accountants
London, United Kingdom12.2014
Financial Accounting
Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka08.2008
General Certificate of Education - Advanced Level
St. Joseph's College
Colombo, Sri Lanka2010
Skills
- Skilled in Quick Books, SAP ERP & IFS ERP
- Budget Forecasting
- Internal Controls
- Financial Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Strategic Planning
- Cost accounting
- Working capital management
Accomplishments
- Led & supervised team of 5 staff members in WIA Finance Department.
- Toastmasters CIMA Sri Lanka - Speech craft president for year 2019.
Timeline
Finance Manager
WIA Systems Inc.
02.2022 - Current
Accountant
WIA Systems LK Pvt. Ltd.
02.2020 - 12.2021
Assistant Accountant
Lankem Ceylon PLC
07.2019 - 03.2020
Junior Executive - Finance
Lankem Ceylon PLC
07.2017 - 06.2019
Management Trainee
Lankem Ceylon PLC
04.2016 - 06.2017
Assistant Accountant
Royal Furnishers (Pvt.) Ltd.
07.2014 - 03.2016
Management Accountancy
Charted Institute of Management Accountants
Financial Accounting
Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka
General Certificate of Education - Advanced Level
St. Joseph's College
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