Ashen Jayawardana
New Westminster,BC
Summary
A dynamic finance executive with a solid background spanning three years in finance and procurement, with a recent focus on the esteemed apparel sector. As a finance executive, I spearheaded financial strategies for globally recognized brands including Nike, Adidas, Calvin Klein, Levi’s, and Speedo, contributing to their fiscal success. Aged 25 and holding a BSc in Applied Accounting with a 3.51 GPA, my expertise encompasses both financial acumen and procurement proficiency. Profoundly skilled in leveraging excellent communication abilities, I'm committed to integrating strategic financial management with streamlined procurement processes, fostering operational excellence and sustainable growth within an innovative organizational setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Executive
Linea Aqua (pvt) Ltd
Palwatta, Sri Lanka
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Inventory Management and Control: Managed finished goods inventory, ensuring optimal storage, meticulous tracking, and accurate record-keeping.
- Inventory Valuation Strategies: Implemented and supervised inventory valuation methods (FIFO/LIFO) to maintain accurate financial reporting.
- Financial Analysis and Optimization: Conducted detailed analyses of cost structures, driving financial efficiencies and operational improvements.
- Inventory Auditing and Reconciliation: Orchestrated routine physical inventory audits, ensuring alignment between actual inventory levels and recorded data.
- Operational Cost Management: Identified cost-saving opportunities and diligently tracked variances to enhance operational effectiveness and financial performance.
Accounts Assistant
Linea Aqua (pvt) Ltd
Palawatta, Sri Lanka
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Capex: Oversight of Capital Expenditure (Capex) processes to ensure budget compliance and strategic alignment.
- Credit Card Oversight: Management of credit card transactions, ensuring adherence to financial policies and accurate record-keeping.
- Bank Reconciliation: Proficient in conducting meticulous bank reconciliations to maintain precise financial records.
- Foreign Travel Expense Administration: Administration and tracking of expenses related to foreign travel, ensuring policy adherence and cost control.
- Company Insurance Administration: Management of company insurance policies, ensuring compliance and timely documentation.
- Vendor Creation and Management: Establishment and maintenance of vendor relationships, ensuring adherence to procurement guidelines
Purchasing Assistant
Linea Aqua (pvt) Ltd
Palawatta, Sri Lanka
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Purchase Order Oversight: Ensured accuracy of purchase orders, verifying product details, quantities, and pricing for precision in procurement.
- Budget Management Support: Assisted in departmental budget tracking, overseeing expenses and variances for effective financial control.
- Consumable Budget System Creation: Developed a system for monitoring stationary consumable budgets organization-wide, enhancing cost management.
- Vendor Communication Coordination: Liaised with vendors and suppliers for price quotes, product details, and lead times, ensuring efficient supply chains.
- Supplier Terms Negotiation: Negotiated supplier terms, managing payment and delivery schedules to optimize procurement processes.
Junior Associate – Accounts Payable
MAS Legato (pvt) Ltd
Biyagama , Sri Lanka
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Process Improvement and Implementation: Identified and executed process/system enhancements, driving efficiency and productivity.
- Team Mentorship and Development: Mentored and coached team members, fostering workplace learning and professional growth.
- User Acceptance Testing and Implementation Support: Aided in user acceptance testing for system upgrades and new business implementations, ensuring seamless integration.
- Invoice Discrepancy Resolution Assistance: Supported payment requestors in resolving invoice discrepancies, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
- Stakeholder Relationship Management: Developed and maintained relationships with internal stakeholders, SBUs, and suppliers, fostering collaboration and effective communication.
Education
Reading For Strategic Level Case Study Examination
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIM
London, United Kingdom02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting
The Institute of Charted Accountants of Sri Lanka
12.2022
Completed Business Level 01
Institute of Charted Accountants of Sri Lanka
06.2021
Certificate in Advancing Career Skills
Department of Technical Education & Training
Sri Lanka11.2017
Passed General Information Technology Examination
Department of Examinations
Sri Lanka08.2016
Certificate in English Language
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Skills Development
Sri Lanka05.2015
Skills
- Lean Knowledge
- Problem solving
- Leadership skills
- Teamwork
- Active listening
- Business Forecasting
- Internal Controls
- Budget Development
- Forecasting
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Attention to detail
- Business Relationship Management
- Customer Service
- Cost and Budget Analysis
Affiliations
- Voluntary Services - Active member of Linea Aqua Nature Club - (2021 - 2023)
- Sports - Active member of school athletic team & football team
- Secretory of school English Literary Association, Debate Team & Zonal Commerce Society
Timeline
Finance Executive
Linea Aqua (pvt) Ltd
03.2023 - 11.2023
Accounts Assistant
Linea Aqua (pvt) Ltd
03.2022 - 03.2023
Purchasing Assistant
Linea Aqua (pvt) Ltd
09.2021 - 03.2022
Junior Associate – Accounts Payable
MAS Legato (pvt) Ltd
12.2020 - 09.2021
Reading For Strategic Level Case Study Examination
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIM
Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting
The Institute of Charted Accountants of Sri Lanka
Completed Business Level 01
Institute of Charted Accountants of Sri Lanka
Certificate in Advancing Career Skills
Department of Technical Education & Training
Passed General Information Technology Examination
Department of Examinations
Certificate in English Language
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Skills Development
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