Accountant

About the role

We are looking for a capable, hands-on and commercially minded accountant to manage the day-to-day finance and accounting operations of our well-established business.

The role will have responsibility for accounting, statutory compliance and financial reporting, while also supporting management to improve profitability and business performance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger, payments, receipts and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports and month-end closing.
• Manage supplier accounts, payments and banking activities.
• Ensure timely VAT, SSCL and other statutory submissions and coordinate with IRD and external audits.
• Work closely with sales, purchasing and operations to understand business performance, inventory, collections and cash-flow requirements.
• Maintain strong financial controls and continuously improve accounting processes.

Qualifications & experience

• Fully qualified in AAT or part qualification in CA, CIMA or ACCA with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• 5 years of accounting/finance experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of accounting, and month-end reporting. Experience with VAT, IRD audits and statutory compliance is required.
• Good Excel and accounting/ERP system skills.

The ideal candidate

We are looking for a responsible, proactive and commercially minded finance professional who can work independently, take ownership and go beyond maintaining accounts.

Individuals from Panadura and suburbs are welcome.

When applying

Interested candidates may apply with their updated CV.