Accounting Assistant

Divolca Electric Private Limited is seeking an experienced Accounting Assistant to join our Finance team. The role begins with our ongoing ERP implementation and continues as a permanent position.

You will work closely with the Finance and operational teams to ensure accounting processes, financial data and internal controls are correctly built into the new ERP system.

First 3 months: ERP implementation project, with separate project-based remuneration.

Thereafter: Continue in a permanent Accounting Assistant role.

Key responsibilities

Phase 1 – ERP implementation (first 3 months)

• Assist with the ERP implementation and transition, mapping accounting processes (GL, AP, AR, inventory, fixed assets, cash/bank) to the new system.
• Prepare, cleanse, migrate and reconcile opening balances and master data.
• Configure and test transactions, workflows, the chart of accounts and reports, including user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Help set up financial controls, approval processes and user access, and coordinate issue resolution with the implementation team.
• Train and support staff in using the new system.

Phase 2 – Ongoing accounting role

• Process accounts payable and receivable, including supplier and customer reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger, post journals and prepare bank reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing, inventory accounting and the fixed asset register.
• Assist in preparing management accounts, financial statements and audit schedules.
• Provide post-implementation support and drive process improvements in the ERP.

Ideal candidate

• Part qualification or full qualification in CA Sri Lanka, CIMA, ACCA, AAT or an equivalent accounting qualification.
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience as an Accounting Assistant or in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience in AP, AR, the general ledger, bank reconciliations, inventory accounting and month-end procedures.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or similar. Prior implementation experience is a strong advantage.
• Good understanding of the integration between finance, sales, purchasing and inventory.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data reconciliation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with accounting, operational and ERP implementation teams.

When applying

Send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your accounting experience and any ERP exposure to: [email protected]