Prasad Hennayake

Prasad Hennayake Dambulla, Sri Lanka - - www.linkedin.com/in/prasad-hennayake PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Detail-oriented and results-driven Accounting Professional with over 3 years of experience in financial management, bookkeeping, and process optimization. Proven expertise in Xero, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and financial analysis tools. Adept at streamlining accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic insights to enhance business performance. Experienced in financial reporting, budgeting, AP/AR management, payroll processing, and auditing across multiple industries, including IT and manufacturing. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Top Class Bookkeeping WFH| Perth, Australia |March 2025 – Present Accountant • Working as an independent contractor providing bookkeeping services for Australian clients. • Managing day-to-day transactions, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting in compliance with Australian accounting standards and GST requirements. Freelancer Remote |Jan 2025 – Present • As a freelancer, I provide accounting and bookkeeping support to startups and small business across Global. • Built a customized invoice processing system and semi-automated reporting system for a Startup Digital Agency, reducing delays in processing customer invoices, streamlining accounts receivable and payable functions, and month-end reports, including P&L and cost analysis reports using Google Sheets. Prime One Global Pvt Ltd |Information Technology Colombo, Sri Lanka | Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 Accounting Manager • Oversaw financial operations for two corporate entities, managing accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. • Administered payroll for 50+ employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with labor laws and tax regulations. • Monitored working capital, optimizing cash flow, receivables, and payables to enhance financial stability. • Conducted financial performance analysis, providing actionable insights to support management decision-making. • Implemented and monitored Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring error-free financial reporting. • Coordinated annual audits, tax filings, and secretarial duties for entities in Sri Lanka, USA, UK, and Estonia. Diamond Cement Products |Import–Export, Manufacturing & Trading Kaduwela, Sri Lanka | Jul 2021 - Nov 2023 Accountant • Managed end-to-end financial operations, including payroll processing for 40+ employees, invoice management, and reconciliations for both local and foreign currency accounts. • Negotiated financial agreements with banks, suppliers, and logistics providers to optimize costs and enhance operational efficiency. • Led export finance operations for a perishable business project in the Maldives, including pricing strategies, documentation, and cost analysis. • Supported business expansion initiatives, identifying high-ROI export deals in the heavy equipment sector during economic downturns. • Assisted in launching a wholesale grocery business, setting up an ERP system, inventory management, and cash flow control. SKILLS GAAP | GL Accounting | Australian Accounting| BAS| GST| Reconciliation | Payroll Processing | Financial Reporting | Financial Analysis | Budgeting & Forecasting | Process Optimization | Xero | QuickBooks | Advance Excel | Google Sheets | Power BI | ERP Systems |Problem-Solving | Interpersonal | Negotiation | Attention to detail |Professional Communication | Time Management EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS • • • • • CMA - Final Level (Ongoing) - Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor (2024) - Intuit QuickBooks Certified Xero Advisor (2024) - Xero Ltd GCE Advanced Level - Commerce Stream (2020) - Rangiri Dambulla College, Sri Lanka GCE Ordinary Level (2017) - D. S. Senanayake Maha Vidyalaya, Kandalama, Sri Lanka NON-RELATED REFERENCES Mr. Viraj Senavirathne Operation Manager – Diamond Cement Products -- Mr. Kushilka Gunasekara Proprietor – Diamond Cement Products --