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Detail-oriented auditor with 4+ years' experience in external auditing, risk assessment, and financial reporting.

Sri Lanka

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role where I can lead audits and strengthen controls in an ethical, collaborative environment that supports professional growth and international exposure.

I am a detail-oriented and analytical auditor with over four years of experience delivering external audits, risk assessments, and financial reporting across multiple countries and industries.

I have worked with international firms and regional engagements in Sri Lanka, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Ireland, and the Cayman Islands, applying IFRS/IAS/ISA standards and using audit tools like APT, CaseWare, and IDEA.

I led audit planning and execution, internal controls evaluation, and regulatory compliance while supporting startups with budgeting and financial planning; I also contributed research and presented at professional forums.

I combine technical proficiency in ERP and cloud accounting platforms with strong communication, leadership, and ethical judgment to drive process improvements and reliable financial outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Assistant Virtual Audit Manager

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Baker Tilly

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Served as Assistant Virtual Audit Manager across multiple jurisdictions, supporting audit planning and execution, improving audit efficiencies, and ensuring compliance with IFRS and ISA standards.

Auditing Audit Plans IFRS ISA)APT SAP Xero

Assistant Manager - Audit & Assurance

BDO Partners

Oct 2023 - Mar 2024 (5 months)

Led audit engagements as Assistant Manager, overseeing audit teams, performing risk assessments, and delivering financial reporting and internal control recommendations for clients in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

Risk Management Internal Controls Financial Reporting Microsoft Dynamics

Audit Supervisor

BDO Partners

Apr 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 5 months)

Supervised audit fieldwork, conducted substantive testing and documentation, and ensured compliance with auditing standards across engagements.

Substantive Testing ISA)Risk Assessment Client Communication Time Management

Senior Auditor

BDO Partners

Nov 2020 - Mar 2022 (1 year 4 months)

Performed statutory audits and reviews, identified process inefficiencies, and supported reporting and recommendations to improve client financial controls.

Financial Reporting Internal Controls Quickbooks

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Bachelor of Science in Accounting (Special), Accounting

Grade: GPA 3.89/4.00 (First class)

Activities and societies: Gold Medalist in Financial Accounting and Accounting Theory; member of Accountancy & Financial Management Association (AFMA); active in university swimming team; participated in case study competitions and student conferences.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Accounting (Special) with a 3.89/4.00 GPA and first class honors, specializing in accounting and hospitality finance and management.