Lakmini Niwanthika
57 B High Street Trenton, NS,Canada
Summary
Dynamic Accounts Assistant with proven expertise at Ocean Lanka Pvt Ltd in optimizing payment processes and enhancing vendor relationships. Skilled in financial reconciliation and data entry accuracy, I consistently improved cash flow management and streamlined operations, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence in all tasks.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Member
TIM HORTONS
Trenton, NS
01.2025 - Current
- Prepared and baked food items while maintaining high quality standards.
- Managed drink preparation to ensure timely service.
- Handled cash transactions and processed orders efficiently.
- Operated storefront and drive-through areas to optimize customer experience.
- Restocked shelves and refrigerators to maintain product availability.
- Cleaned dining and cooking areas to uphold sanitation standards.
Accounts Assistant
Ocean Lanka Pvt Ltd
10.2016 - 08.2024
- Optimized payment processes, managing runs, voucher preparation, and supplier disbursements, resulting in improved cash flow management and vendor relationships
- Meticulously handled petty cash issuances, maintaining precise system and cash-in-hand balance alignment, ensuring financial accuracy in daily operations
- Coordinated with HR to resolve pending receivables, facilitating seamless account reconciliation and enhancing interdepartmental communication
- Implemented robust GL variance analysis techniques, providing critical insights for month-end reporting and supporting data-driven management decisions
- Streamlined payment processes and supplier disbursements, enhancing cash flow management and vendor relationships while ensuring precise financial accuracy
Accounts Assistant
Sintesi Limited
06.2011 - 09.2016
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Reduced errors in data entry by implementing a system of double-checking and cross-referencing information.
- Maintained an organized filing system for easy access to financial documents, improving overall efficiency.
- Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and timely payments to vendors.
Computer Application Assistant
Sintesi Limited
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Boosted team productivity with regular preparation of detailed reports and presentations.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
Quality Controller
Sintesi Limited
02.2010 - 08.2010
- Trained new employees on company-specific quality control procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Rejected materials, components, and finished products and documented reasons.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures and protocols.
- Documented findings and produced reports.
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Developed comprehensive quality control documentation, providing clear guidelines for staff adherence.
Trainee Production Quality Controller
Sintesi Limited
02.2009 - 02.2010
- Measured product dimensions, examine functionality, and compared the final product to the specifications
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
Computer Application Assistant
Customs of Sri Lanka
07.2008 - 01.2009
- Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
- Facilitated smooth operation of office equipment, performing regular maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues.
- Ensured smooth day-to-day operations by managing email correspondence and promptly addressing inquiries.
Education
Bachelor of Business Management -
University of Kelaniya
08-2015
G.C.E. A/L -
Biyagama Central College
01.2007
G.C.E. O/L -
Biyagama Central College
01.2005
G.C.E. O/L -
Biyagama Central College
01.2004
Chandrarathana Maha Vidyalaya Kelaniya
01.1996
Skills
- Payment processing and invoice management
- Petty cash handling
- Financial reconciliation
- Data entry accuracy
- General ledger analysis
- Vendor relationship management
- Administrative support
Certification
- IELTS Education Course at British Council Colombo
- NVQ Level3 (Computer Application Assistant) at Vocational Training Authority at Biyagama
References
- Mrs.Gagan Preeth , Manager of Tim Hortons Trenton NS, +1 289 889 1408
- Mr.Chathuranga, Jayawardane, Manager of Cenora Builders, chathuj9090@gmail.com, +17099277929
- Mrs.Vasundara, Kumari, Manager of Tim Hortons ( 685 remembrance Road, Brampton (vasundaraasi@gmail.com)+16476329877
- Mr.Heshan Rathnayake, Formor Finance Manager of Ocean Lanka Sri Lanka, +94 710 320 281
Hobbies and Interests
Singing, Watching Television
Additional information
- Member of senior and junior board of prefects in School time.
- Member of School house net ball team.
- NVQ Level3 - Proficiency in Microsoft Office - (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint)
- Experience in SAP accounting system
- Excellent Part of a strong team
- Strong decision-maker
- Complex problem solver
- Enjoys working with a variety of Customers
- Innovative
- Service-focused
Skills
- Money handling
- Money handling
- Money handling
- Money handling
- Money handling
- Money handling
Languages
Intermediate English Level Proficiancy
Timeline
Team Member
TIM HORTONS
01.2025 - Current
Accounts Assistant
Ocean Lanka Pvt Ltd
10.2016 - 08.2024
Accounts Assistant
Sintesi Limited
06.2011 - 09.2016
Computer Application Assistant
Sintesi Limited
08.2010 - 06.2011
Quality Controller
Sintesi Limited
02.2010 - 08.2010
Trainee Production Quality Controller
Sintesi Limited
02.2009 - 02.2010
Computer Application Assistant
Customs of Sri Lanka
07.2008 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Business Management -
University of Kelaniya
G.C.E. A/L -
Biyagama Central College
G.C.E. O/L -
Biyagama Central College
G.C.E. O/L -
Biyagama Central College
Chandrarathana Maha Vidyalaya Kelaniya
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