Nsl Management Services

CURRICULUM VITAE H.R.P. Nalinda Samanjeewa Chartered Accountant (ACA - CA Sri Lanka) Head of Internal Audit & Management Accounting | Finance Transformation Expert Contact Details: Address: No. 160/1, Devala Road, Makola North, Makola, Kiribathgoda, Sri Lanka LinkedIn: nalinda-samanjeewa Personal Information: Date of Birth: 22nd February 1982 Nationality: Sri Lankan Civil Status: Married Career Objective To contribute to the sustainable growth and financial excellence of a forward-thinking organization by delivering high-quality financial insights, strengthening internal controls, and optimizing value through data-driven decision-making. Professional Qualifications Chartered Accountant (ACA) Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) – M-6446 Academic Qualifications • • • B.Sc. in Business Administration (Special), University of Sri Jayewardenepura – June 2008 G.C.E. Advanced Level – August 2002 (3 As | Island Rank: 364) G.C.E. Ordinary Level – December 1998 (5 Distinctions, 3 Credits) Key Career Achievements • • • • • • • • Developed and implemented ERP systems (SAP B1, M3, Scienter, QB, Tally) tailored to business needs. Built a real-time Management Accounting System that delivers accurate performance data across five hotels. Automated financial reports and dashboards using Power BI and advanced Excel. Created and implemented robust internal controls and SOPs across hotel operations. Introduced centralized KPI systems and dashboards to improve strategic decisions. Led integration of barcode-based Fixed Asset Module into ERP for better tracking. Designed sophisticated loan and daily cash flow monitoring systems. Played a key role in digital transformation and financial system upgrades across multiple organizations. Professional Experience Araliya Management Services (Pvt) Ltd – General Manager – Shared Services Dec 2024 – Present • • • • • • Prepared consolidated financial statements, balance sheets, and key performance indicator (KPI) reports for individual hotels and the entire group. Led management accounting activities for five hotels, including P&L, balance sheet reporting, KPI tracking, and dashboard development. Identified operational deficiencies, highlighted risk areas, and recommended strategies for profit improvement and cost optimization. Provided timely and insightful management information to senior leadership, including decision-making recommendations. Supervised and provided leadership to a team of 16 staff members, including daily task oversight and performance monitoring. Developed the AMSL-Live360 tool using advanced Excel to track staff performance, work quality, task progress, and audit completion in real time. • • • • • • • • • • Assigned audit tasks to team members and monitored daily progress to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to the audit plan. Facilitated audit and management meetings to present findings and drive corrective actions. Automated management information reporting using advanced Excel (P&L, balance sheet, purchase analysis, KPIs, budgets, and variance reports). Contributed to the finalization of the annual group budget and supported top management with strategic inputs. Designed and implemented internal audit strategies, risk frameworks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal control processes. Oversaw and coordinated external audit activities across the group of companies. Spearheaded enhancements to the ERP system (Scienter PMS), including modules for central purchasing, fixed assets, and barcode tagging. Provided technical guidance, SOP development support, training, and process improvement recommendations for hotel finance teams. Trained and rotated staff, evaluated individual performance, and ensured alignment with departmental targets and activity plans. Evaluated marketing and digital marketing performance, including social media campaigns, website effectiveness, promotional activities, and target vs. actual achievements, and provided strategic recommendations. Araliya Management Services (Pvt) Ltd – Head of Internal Audit and Management Accounting. Feb 2023 – Dec 2024 • • • • • • • • • Prepared consolidated financial statements, balance sheets, and key performance indicator (KPI) reports for individual hotels and the entire group. Led management accounting activities for five hotels, including P&L, balance sheet reporting, KPI tracking, and dashboard development. Identified operational deficiencies, highlighted risk areas, and recommended strategies for profit improvement and cost optimization. Provided timely and insightful management information to senior leadership, including decision-making recommendations. Supervised and provided leadership to a team of 16 staff members, including daily task oversight and performance monitoring. Developed the AMSL-Live360 tool using advanced Excel to track staff performance, work quality, task progress, and audit completion in real time. Prepared the annual internal audit plan, audit programs, and working schedules for the company. Assigned audit tasks to team members and monitored daily progress to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to the audit plan. Conducted internal audits, reviewed audit observations, and ensured timely follow-up until issues were fully resolved. • • • • • • • • • • Facilitated audit and management meetings to present findings and drive corrective actions. Reviewed ongoing audit work and guided staff to enhance the strength, effectiveness, and usability of internal audit findings. Automated management information reporting using advanced Excel (P&L, balance sheet, purchase analysis, KPIs, budgets, and variance reports). Contributed to the finalization of the annual group budget and supported top management with strategic inputs. Designed and implemented internal audit strategies, risk frameworks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal control processes. Oversaw and coordinated external audit activities across the group of companies. Spearheaded enhancements to the ERP system (Scienter PMS), including modules for central purchasing, fixed assets, and barcode tagging. Provided technical guidance, SOP development support, training, and process improvement recommendations for hotel finance teams. Trained and rotated staff, evaluated individual performance, and ensured alignment with departmental targets and activity plans. Evaluated marketing and digital marketing performance, including social media campaigns, website effectiveness, promotional activities, and target vs. actual achievements, and provided strategic recommendations. CIS International Holdings Corp – Assistant Manager – Finance & BI Integration Oct 2021 – Feb 2023 • • • • • • • • • • • • Managed daily cash flow operations and evaluated the effectiveness of the SAP B1 system. Led financial consolidation and prepared comprehensive monthly management reports. Conducted financial appraisal of new projects and provided recommendations for investment decisions. Prepared annual budgets, performed budget-versus-actual analyses, and provided insights and recommendations for performance improvement. Served as Project Manager for the implementation of the new SAP B1 ERP system. Automated management reporting using Microsoft Power BI, developing over 50 dashboards for real-time decision-making. Evaluated farm-wise profitability and operational efficiency, providing strategic recommendations for improvement. Supervised the in-house development of an automated Purchase Order system. Oversaw the company’s end-to-end purchasing process to ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance. Managed the external audit process and ensured timely completion of statutory audit requirements. Collaborated with the internal audit function to strengthen internal control systems. Assessed and evaluated operational team performance on a farm-wise basis. Delmege Forsyth & Co – Assistant Finance Manager Jul 2020 – Oct 2021 • • • • • • Provided strategic financial leadership for two manufacturing companies. Supervised store operations and purchasing functions, offering strong leadership and technical guidance. Developed an ERP solution to capture BOM costing and analyze job-wise profitability. Implemented an effective cost-control framework for manufacturing operations using BOM integration within the QuickBooks system. Enhanced cost efficiency and profitability through rigorous control of job-wise pricing and material costs. Managed audits, taxation, cash flow planning, and overall inventory operations. Cavinkare Lanka (Pvt) Ltd – Assistant Finance Manager Jul 2019 – Jul 2020 • • • • • • • • Led the Sri Lankan finance operations as the Head of Finance, reporting to the multinational parent company, CavinKare India Ltd. Supervised and authorized the complete payment process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursements. Managed company liquidity by accelerating collections, monitoring debtor ageing, and ensuring accurate and timely invoicing to customers. Allocated funds strategically to meet operational and business requirements. Supervised store operations and ensured that internal controls were effectively implemented across all processes. Implemented cost-efficiency measures across manufacturing, warehouse, and purchasing operations to improve profitability. Evaluated performance and profitability of key market segments (North East, Southern, Western, Central) to support strategic decision-making. Developed and enhanced the SAP B1 system to strengthen reporting, costing, and operational workflow efficiency. Park Hospitals (Pvt) Ltd – Head of Finance Jan 2018 – Jun 2019 • • • • • • • Led the full finance operations of the hospital, ensuring strong financial governance and efficient service billing. Managed the end-to-end collection process, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely payments from patients for services received. Allocated funds across various payment categories based on operational priority and liquidity requirements. Oversaw the hospital’s purchasing division, including procurement of medicines for both the hospital and the pharmacy. Supervised warehouse operations and implemented robust internal controls over all inventory movements and transactions. Conducted project appraisals and financial evaluations for new medical equipment, machinery, and capital investments. Assessed department-wise profitability, including OPD, In-Patient, Theatre, Laboratory, Imaging (Scanning & X-ray), and Pharmacy operations. • • • Managed and validated doctors’ payments with high accuracy, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and maintaining operational trust. Handled all tax-related matters, including Income Tax, VAT, NBT, and PAYE compliance. Led the external audit process, ensuring timely completion and accurate financial reporting. Quality Floors (Pvt) Ltd – Head of Finance Jan 2014 – Jan 2018 • • • • • • • • • • Led the finance function of a construction flooring contractor, ensuring accurate financial management and strong operational controls. Implemented a robust invoicing control system to ensure precise billing for work completed, using QS certifications, daily work sheets, and material usage reconciliations. Oversaw the full collection process, ensuring debtor balances remained recoverable and improving overall cash flow. Allocated funds strategically for raw material imports, local purchases, salaries, and statutory payments, ensuring all critical obligations were met on time. Managed inventory across central stores and multiple client sites, establishing a controlled system for material transfers, usage tracking, and excess material returns. Developed and enhanced the company’s ERP system to accurately record inventory movements, material consumption, project-related transactions, and operational workflows. Handled all tax matters including Income Tax, VAT, NBT, and PAYE, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements. Led the external audit process and ensured timely submission of accurate financial statements. Introduced project-wise costing for all construction jobs, enabling accurate profitability analysis for the first time in the company. Delivered significant operational improvements through stronger internal controls, system enhancements, and improved financial reporting. Sunshine Healthcare Lanka Ltd – Assistant Accountant Sep 2011 – Jan 2014 • • • • Managed the company’s payment process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursements. Supervised warehouse financial transactions and conducted monthly physical inventory verifications to ensure accurate stock records. Prepared monthly financial accounts and supported the finalization of audited financial statements. Supervised finance department staff and ensured smooth day-to-day operations. • • • • • • • Performed bank reconciliations and ensured accuracy of cash and bank positions. Reviewed and approved marketing commissions, incentives, and marketing-related expenditure. Prepared department-wise expense analyses, compared actuals with budgets, identified variances, and supported department heads in budgetary control. Ensured all costs were accurately captured in Tally with correct cost centers and maintained updated fixed asset registers. Reviewed monthly stock valuations, coordinated stock adjustments, and verified debtor credit notes in the Ventura sales system. Ensured timely settlement of all tax liabilities (Income Tax, VAT, NBT, PAYE) and coordinated with tax authorities and consultants. Verified supplier payments and ensured accurate recording of payroll, incentives, and expenses in Tally. Ceylon Grain Elevators PLC – Accounts Assistant Feb 2008 – Sep 2011 • • • • • • • • • • Assisted in preparing monthly financial statements, including consolidated group financials. Contributed to the preparation of quarterly financial statements in compliance with SEC reporting requirements. Gained strong hands-on experience with ERP systems, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory Management, Fixed Assets, Financial Reporting modules, and related accounting workflows. Supported the preparation of annual budgets and forecasting activities. Calculated monthly VAT and NBT liabilities and prepared the related tax returns. Computed the company’s Income Tax and Deferred Tax liabilities in accordance with tax regulations. Performed detailed expense analyses and provided relevant management information for decision-making. Prepared bank reconciliations for three separate entities. Reviewed monthly debtor and creditor age analyses to ensure accuracy and timely follow-up. Prepared daily sales reconciliation reports, ensuring accurate matching of sales with collections.. Technical Proficiency • • • ERP: SAP, Oracle, IFS, Tally, QB, Scienter, Ventura, Varnet BI & Reporting: Power BI, Advanced Excel (PivotTables, Macros, Dashboards) Finance Systems: Budgeting, KPIs, Fixed Assets, BOM Costing Languages • • English: Proficient Sinhala: Native Extra-Curricular Activities • • • • President, School Commerce Association Committee Member, ABA – University of Sri Jayewardenepura Member, School General Knowledge Team Active participant in school, university, and village cultural and social programs Non Related Referees 01. Ms. Kanganamge Rasika Directors CEO Araliya Management Services Pvt Ltd Sri Lanka +94 - 02. Kumarasighe Sirisena Group Chief Executive Officer Araliya Group of Companies Sri Lanka + 94 - + 94 -