Nadeera Galagedarage
Kamloops
Summary
Dynamic accounting and finance professional with comprehensive qualifications including ACMA in Management Accounting (CIMA), BCS in Finance, and a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting. Offering over ten years of progressive experience in retail banking, auditing, and finance. Proven track record in financial accounts preparation, budget administration, and delivering exceptional customer service. Known for a diligent work ethic, advanced proficiency in accounting software, and a strategic approach to financial management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Bookkeeper / Front Office Administrator
Kamloops Electric Motor
04.2024 - Current
- Managed payroll processing, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Handled customer invoicing to enhance collection efficiency and maintain positive client relationships.
- Oversaw accounts payable and purchasing functions, ensuring timely payments and cost control measures.
- Prepared detailed month-end and year-end financial close reports, including reconciliations and tax filings.
- Successfully managed inventory levels, including ordering, stock maintenance, and conducting regular counts to optimize stock levels.
- Provided exceptional customer service support, addressing inquiries promptly and maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Efficiently handled all administrative duties to ensure smooth office operations and support team effectiveness.
Customer Associate (Part Time)
The Home Depot
03.2022 - Current
- Acknowledged by store management for consistently delivering superior customer service.
- Maintained a friendly and outgoing demeanor to foster a positive workplace atmosphere and enhance customer loyalty.
- Implemented effective cross-selling strategies, resulting in increased department profitability.
- Saved over $5,000 for the store by arranging the resale of returned items that would otherwise have been disposed of.
- Successfully prevented customer defection to competitors by facilitating online orders amounting to over $20,000 when products were unavailable in-store.
Office Coordinator and Accounts Payable Clerk
Urban Systems Ltd.
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Implemented accurate screening procedures, reducing invoice processing time by 15%.
- Resolved payment discrepancies by maintaining clear communication with vendors, ensuring timely resolution.
- Monitored aging report and promptly followed up on overdue payments to optimize cash flow.
- Reviewed, coded, and entered invoices into the accounting system with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.
- Prepared journal entries for month-end close, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Assisted in visa reconciliations and posting, facilitating smooth financial operations.
- Processed employee expense reports accurately and in a timely manner, supporting financial transparency.
Office Coordinator and Accounting Assistant -Co-Op
Urban Systems Ltd.
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Entered and reviewed vendor invoices as part of the accounts payable team, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Conducted financial processes including visa reconciliation, accounts payable management, and bank deposits.
- Assisted in planning and coordinating company events and activities to support organizational objectives.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in interactions with management, staff, clients, vendors, and visitors.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, managing logistics such as flights, hotels, and ground transportation.
- Procured office supplies and equipment to maintain inventory levels and support daily operations.
- Handled incoming calls professionally, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel as needed.
- Managed daily cash activities including preparing deposits and overseeing petty cash management.
- Collaborated with the accounting team to facilitate month-end close activities and ensure financial accuracy.
- Reviewed and processed employee expense claims in accordance with corporate guidelines.
- Prepared ad hoc reports for management review and analysis, contributing to strategic decision-making processes.
Bank Executive, Internal Audit
Sampath Bank PlC
02.2017 - 12.2021
- Identified opportunities to recover fees from corporate customers issuing documentary credits in the Trade Department. Implemented new rules resulting in substantial revenue increases over subsequent years.
- Identified operational lapses in bank branches posing financial risks, such as failure to renew insurance policies on collateral properties. Educated staff and implemented procedural improvements to mitigate risks.
- Conducted over 25 comprehensive audits annually across bank branches and departments, ensuring adherence to operational standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted special assessments on overdraft interest refunds, identifying calculation errors and saving over $10,000 through corrective measures.
- Assisted in developing and implementing risk assessment strategies to enhance departmental efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted follow-up activities on audit findings and external party reports, ensuring timely resolution and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed contractors' adherence to contracts and regulatory requirements, ensuring alignment with bank policies and procedures.
- Prepared comprehensive data analyses, audit reports, and work papers for internal review, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted regular internal audits on financial statements, operational activities, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Reported audit results and asset utilization findings to management, recommending operational and financial improvements.
Bank Executive - Branch Banking
Sampath Bank PLC
05.2011 - 01.2017
- Achievement of Credit Facilities Target:Successfully canvassed over $100,000 in credit facilities within one quarter, meeting the branch’s credit targets for the period.
- Achieved monthly deposit and credit targets by cultivating relationships with clients, securing new credit facilities and deposits for the bank.
- Planned and executed promotional events to attract pawning customers, collaborating with a team of over 30 members to ensure successful outcomes.
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives across multiple departments, leading to improved efficiency and profitability.
- Provided training and mentoring support to new staff members, facilitating their swift adjustment to the work environment.
- Presented monthly financial performance reports and annual budgets to executive leadership teams, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Examined, evaluated, and processed loan applications in accordance with bank policies and regulatory requirements.
- Prepared financial and regulatory reports as required by laws, regulations, and boards of directors, ensuring adherence to compliance standards.
Accounts Executive
RN Constructions (Pvt) Ltd.
05.2010 - 10.2010
- Prepared final accounts for management reporting purposes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Reconciled bank accounts, verified invoices, ledgers, and other accounting documents to maintain precise and up-to-date financial records.
- Assisted in budget preparation by providing inputs on cost control measures and forecasting expenses, contributing to effective financial planning.
- Utilized QuickBooks to streamline accounts payable and receivable processes, enhancing cash flow management and financial reporting efficiency.
- Coordinated with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, maintaining smooth operations and minimizing disruptions.
- Managed day-to-day financial transactions, including verification, classification, computation, posting, and recording of accounts receivables’ data.
- Prepared bills, invoices, and bank deposits, resolved clients’ billing issues, and reconciled the accounts receivable ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Facilitated payment of invoices by sending bill reminders and contacting clients, ensuring prompt and accurate financial transactions.
Education
ACMA In Management Accounting
Chartered Institute of Managements Accountants
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Sabaragamuwa University
Sri LankaPost-Baccalaureate Diploma In Accounting
Thomson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC04.2024
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Financial Reporting
- Tax Preparation
- Financial Management
- Account Reconciliation
- Payroll Processing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Accounting Bookkeeper / Front Office Administrator
Kamloops Electric Motor
04.2024 - Current
Office Coordinator and Accounts Payable Clerk
Urban Systems Ltd.
06.2023 - 09.2023
Office Coordinator and Accounting Assistant -Co-Op
Urban Systems Ltd.
01.2023 - 05.2023
Customer Associate (Part Time)
The Home Depot
03.2022 - Current
Bank Executive, Internal Audit
Sampath Bank PlC
02.2017 - 12.2021
Bank Executive - Branch Banking
Sampath Bank PLC
05.2011 - 01.2017
Accounts Executive
RN Constructions (Pvt) Ltd.
05.2010 - 10.2010
ACMA In Management Accounting
Chartered Institute of Managements Accountants
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Sabaragamuwa University
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma In Accounting
Thomson Rivers University
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