safa shukri
@safashukri
Experienced manager in student placement, accounting, and operations with strong administrative and client-service focus.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced professional with a background in accounting, administration, travel & tourism, and international student placement, holding a BSc Hons in Business Management (First Class) and professional accounting qualifications.
As Manager – Global Student Placement I lead student-counseling teams, manage admissions and visa processes, coordinate with international universities, and run events and information sessions to meet recruitment targets and ensure compliance.
My career blends accounting and office management skills—including QuickBooks, Tally, MYOB and Excel—with HR support and customer service, enabling me to improve processes, maintain accurate records, and deliver consistent results across diverse industries.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager - Global Student Placement
UniTrail Global (PVT) Ltd.
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Lead a team of student counselors to achieve recruitment targets and manage end-to-end student placement including counseling, applications, admissions, and visa procedures. Organized open days and education fairs while maintaining compliance and accurate student records to improve placement outcomes.
Manager
V3 Global Holdings LLC
Jul 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 1 month)
Oversaw office operations in Sri Lanka including staff supervision, accounts tracking, invoices, and compliance documentation while improving processes and supporting HR functions to ensure operational efficiency. Coordinated with stakeholders to resolve issues and support organizational growth.
Executive - Accounts & Administration
Asvil Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
Feb 2023 - Jun 2023 (4 months)
Assisted senior accounting functions including accounts payable/receivable, payroll support, and monthly financial reports using QuickBooks and Excel while managing HR coordination, documentation, scheduling, and internal communications. Supported smooth day-to-day operations across finance and administration.
Senior Travel Consultant
Ceylon Roar Holidays LLC
Dec 2021 - Feb 2023 (1 year 2 months)
Managed end-to-end travel arrangements including bookings, customized itineraries, and visa applications while coordinating with airlines, hotels, and tour operators and maintaining booking records to ensure high customer satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Canterbury Christ Church University
Bachelor of Science (Hons), Business Management
Grade: First Class (Honours)
Completed a BSc Hons in Business Management with First Class honours and awarded a gold medal.
Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka
AAT (Passed Finalist), Accounting
Completed AAT qualification and attained Passed Finalist status.
Gatwick College of Business and Technology
Diploma, Computerized Accounting & Bookkeeping
Completed a diploma in Computerized Accounting and Bookkeeping.
ICBT Campus (Bambalapitiya)
International Diploma (OTHM Level 3), Information and Communication Technology
Completed an International Diploma in Information and Communication Technology (OTHM Level 3).
Wisdom Business Academy
CIMA - Operational Level (studies), Accounting & Finance
Studied CIMA Operational Level courses.
St. Anthony's Girls' School
GCE Advanced Level, Commerce
Completed GCE Advanced Level studies in the Commerce stream.
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