One of our reputed clients in the Kitchen and Bathroom Furniture Manufacturing Industry is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting functions, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements.

The ideal candidate should be a finance professional with strong accounting knowledge, hands-on experience in financial operations, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain books of accounts, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Process supplier invoices, expense claims, and payments accurately and on time.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and provisions.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing activities.
• Support preparation of MIS reports and financial statements.
• Assist in statutory compliances including VAT, WHT, and other local tax filings.
• Handle import/export documentation and liaise with banks.
• Maintain proper documentation and records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Prepare cash flow statements and coordinate related activities.
• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and liaise with external auditors.
• Support the accounting team in ensuring timely and accurate reporting for management and stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or
• Part-qualified or qualified in CA / ACCA / CIMA / CMA (preferred).
• 4–5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP will be an added advantage).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Residing within proximity to Mirigama will be an advantage.

Manpower Lanka Solutions (Pvt) Ltd. 12A, Ridgeway Place, Bambalapitiya, Colombo 04.