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Nilanka Nuwan

@nilankanuwan

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Experienced Chartered Accountant with expertise in financial management and compliance.

Sweden

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role in financial management and leadership, leveraging expertise in IFRS compliance, cash flow optimization, and team leadership to drive organizational growth and efficiency.

Accomplished Chartered Accountant with over 13 years of experience in financial management and accounting across leading companies and a Big Four accounting firm in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Expertise in financial reporting compliant with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other regulations, strategic cash flow management, streamlining financial operations, budgeting, and forecasting.

Proven track record in treasury management, tax calculation, auditing, and compliance. Skilled in problem analysis and solving, financial decision-making, teamwork, team leadership, and effective communication. Managed the Finance Department for a 187-room hotel, overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and monthly variance analysis. Supervised a team of eleven staff members in finance, procurement, and inventory management.

Optimized working capital by securing favorable terms with suppliers and banks, ensuring positive cash flow. Reduced costs through streamlined supplier negotiations and timely acquisition of essential goods and services. Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, ensuring financial statements and disclosures were accurate in accordance with IFRS. Prepared WHT, VAT, and Business Profit Tax, and led procurement and inventory management initiatives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Group Finance Controller

ABN PVT LTD

Nov 2017 - Jul 2023 (5 years 8 months)

Oversaw the Finance Department for a 187-room hotel, managing financial planning, budgeting, and reporting. Supervised a team of eleven, ensuring compliance with IFRS and timely financial reporting. Streamlined budgeting processes and optimized working capital, achieving significant improvements in efficiency and cash flow management.

Financial Management IFRS Budgeting Financial Reporting Team Leadership Cash Flow Management Auditing Tax Compliance Problem Solving

Chief Accountant

Kandinma Maldives Pvt Ltd

Feb 2015 - Nov 2017 (2 years 9 months)

Managed the Finance Department for the construction of a 300-room hotel and domestic airport. Supervised payroll, cash flow forecasts, and financial statements. Collaborated with external auditors to ensure compliance with IFRS and tax regulations.

Financial Management Cash Flow Forecasting Budgeting Financial Reporting IFRS Tax Preparation Bank Reconciliation

Audit Senior

KPMG

Jan 2012 - Feb 2015 (3 years 1 month)

Conducted audits for various industries, prepared internal audit reports, and provided tax compliance advice. Produced feasibility reports and operation manuals for clients, ensuring adherence to financial regulations.