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Samitha Fernando

@samithafernando

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Accomplished Payroll and HR Services Team Lead with extensive experience.

Sri Lanka

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role in a progressive organization that values growth, collaboration, and innovation.

I am an accomplished Payroll and HR Services Team Lead with over 13 years of experience in overseeing end-to-end payroll operations and ensuring statutory compliance in dynamic, multicultural environments. My expertise lies in local tax regulations and statutory contributions, including PAYE, EPF/ETF, and APIT. I have a proven track record of managing client relationships and resolving complex payroll issues through effective system administration and process optimization.

Currently, I am seeking to contribute my expertise to a forward-thinking organization while continuing to grow professionally. My experience includes leading payroll processing teams, providing expert-level support to clients, and ensuring compliance with local tax laws. I have successfully managed payroll processes for large workforces, collaborated with development teams for system improvements, and conducted training sessions to enhance client payroll experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Payroll Processing & Compliance Team Leader

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DMS SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (PVT) LTD

Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Leading payroll processing and compliance for clients, ensuring adherence to local tax regulations including PAYE, EPF, ETF, and APIT. Responsible for client management, system support, and team leadership while optimizing payroll processes and conducting training sessions for payroll teams.

Payroll Processing Statutory Compliance Client Management Team Leadership Vendor Management Communication Organizational Skills Market Research

Application Support Engineer

DMS SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (PVT) LTD

Oct 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 3 months)

Coordinated application releases and prepared test plans for various modules. Involved in testing business functionality and ensuring that application performance meets business requirements.

Test Planning Database Management Documentation Problem Solving Communication Time Management

Team Leader - HR Services

UNILEVER SRI LANKA

Aug 2017 - Oct 2021 (4 years 2 months)

Managed payroll processes for over 500 employees, maintaining payroll information and resolving discrepancies. Prepared reports on bonuses and leave payments while ensuring compliance with internal policies.

Payroll Management HRIS Data Analysis Employee Relations Reporting Compliance Problem Solving Team Leadership Communication Organizational Skills

Associate Executive

KANTAR LANKA PVT LTD

Jan 2012 - Aug 2017 (5 years 7 months)

Gained over 5 years of experience in market research, focusing on data processing and analysis for quantitative studies across various sectors including Banking, Food & Beverages, and Telecommunications.

Data Processing Data Analysis Market Research Quantitative Research Reporting Statistical Analysis Communication Problem Solving Team Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

NSBM Green University Town

Postgraduate Diploma, Business Management

2018 - 2019

Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management, focusing on advanced business concepts and practices to enhance managerial skills and business acumen.