Janaka Karunathilaka
@janakakarunathilaka
I lead hotel finance operations, reporting, budgeting, treasury, and audit compliance.
Sri LankaWhat I'm looking for
I'm leading accounting operations at Pinecay Hotels & Resorts, strengthening controls, preparing financial statements, and supporting budgets, forecasts, treasury, and purchasing efficiency.
Previously, I supported finance operations at Alila Jabal Akhdar Hotels & Resort LLC (Hyatt Hotels), managing accounting teams, monthly reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and audit coordination.
At Sun Siyam Group Hotels, I oversaw group accounting operations, consolidated financial statements, tax reporting, management reports, and P&L meetings across business units.
My hospitality finance background is built on earlier roles as Chief Accountant, External Auditor/Audit Supervisor at KPMG Sri Lanka/Maldives, External Auditor, and Bank Assistant.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Finance Manager
Pinecay Hotels & Resorts
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Oversee accounting operations, develop policies, prepare financial statements, and coordinate audits. Support budgeting, treasury, and procurement activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Suffolk
Master of Business Administration, Corporate Finance
2022 - 2024
Grade: Merit
Earned a Master of Business Administration in Corporate Finance with Merit.
Scottish Qualifications Authority
Professional Diploma, International Business
2022 - 2024
Completed a Professional Diploma in International Business at SCQF Level 11.
CA Sri Lanka
CA Finalist, Accounting
Achieved CA Finalist status from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.
CA Sri Lanka
Certified Business Accountant, Accounting
Earned the Certified Business Accountant designation from CA Sri Lanka.
University of Colombo
Bachelor of Business Administration, Financial Management
2003 - 2007
Pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Financial Management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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