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Christobel Bandara

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Accounting and Finance graduate with a solid background in both corporate and retail banking, accumulating 5 + years of valuable experience. Actively seeking a rewarding position in Financial Services to make a positive impact on organizational objectives. Ultimate goal is to contribute skills and knowledge while continuously growing and developing personally, striving to build a successful career in the field of Banking and services.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Advisor Business Fulfillment

National Australia Bank
06.2022 - Current

Experienced loan specialist skilled in post-approval documentation for business, consumer, and home loans. Proficient in liaising with bankers, utilizing loan systems, and managing complex lending solutions to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction. Use of systems such as Seibel, Ebobs, Webobs and AOL broker platform.

SMSF Accountant

Superannuation Warehouse
03.2022 - 04.2022

Experienced SMSF Specialist proficient in year-end tax lodgment using Xero accounting software. Skilled in responding to customer email inquiries related to Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF) and adept at setting up new SMSF accounts. Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial tasks, ensure compliance, and provide excellent customer service in the superannuation industry.

Small Business Co-Owner

Miss Meraki Sri Lanka
08.2020 - 12.2021

Co-owner and manager of a cloud-based business specializing in importing and selling ladies' clothing. Responsibilities included overseeing finance operations, managing day-to-day activities, and addressing customer inquiries. Demonstrated strong leadership skills, financial acumen, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service in a competitive retail environment.

Bank Associate

Hatton National Bank Sri Lanka
10.2017 - 08.2020

Provided tailored portfolio management services to high-net-worth individuals while addressing customer needs in retail banking. Gained comprehensive experience in banking operations, including front office, cash counters, and back office functions. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to enhance client satisfaction and drive business growth.

Wealth Management Associate

Beyond Wealth Sri Lanka
11.2016 - 10.2017

Experienced financial professional skilled in conducting client meetings, managing investment portfolios, and providing strategic investment advice. Proficient in preparing corporate reports focused on Working Capital Management. Demonstrated success in marketing insurance products to both new and existing clients. Adept at balancing multiple responsibilities while delivering personalized financial solutions and maintaining strong client relationships.

Intern

Acuity Partners PLC Sri Lanka
07.2016 - 07.2016

Assisted in learning to value stock prices with the help of the Bloomberg terminal.

Intern

Aitken Spence PLC Sri Lanka
06.2015 - 08.2015

Assisted in preparation of financial statements of the parent company and its subsidiaries.

Intern

KPMG (Audit) Sri Lanka
07.2014 - 08.2014

Assisted in analysing financial statements and financial ratios using Microsoft Excel at the financial Advisory team at KPMG.

Education

Master of Science - Business

Melbourne Institute of Technology Au
Melbourne, VIC
12.2025

Intermediate in Applied Banking and Finance -

Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka
12.2019

Bsc. Accounting and Finance -

University of London
06.2016

Skills

  • Ability to recognise problems and solve them creatively using appropriate tools and techniques
  • Confident and decisive in understanding and communicating with internal & external entities
  • Able to prioritise and achieve targets before deadlines
  • Able to understand the relationships and interactions among various disciplines of an organisation
  • Siebel
  • Ebobs
  • Webobs
  • AOL broker
  • MS WORD
  • MS EXCEL
  • MS POWERPOINT

Referrals

  • Miss Emily Jade-Green - Lead business fulfilment lending services NAB +61403339790

Attributes

  • TEAM PLAYER
  • COMMUNICATION
  • ORGANIZATION
  • CREATIVITY
  • SOCIAL

Timeline

Advisor Business Fulfillment

National Australia Bank
06.2022 - Current

SMSF Accountant

Superannuation Warehouse
03.2022 - 04.2022

Small Business Co-Owner

Miss Meraki Sri Lanka
08.2020 - 12.2021

Bank Associate

Hatton National Bank Sri Lanka
10.2017 - 08.2020

Wealth Management Associate

Beyond Wealth Sri Lanka
11.2016 - 10.2017

Intern

Acuity Partners PLC Sri Lanka
07.2016 - 07.2016

Intern

Aitken Spence PLC Sri Lanka
06.2015 - 08.2015

Intern

KPMG (Audit) Sri Lanka
07.2014 - 08.2014

Master of Science - Business

Melbourne Institute of Technology Au

Intermediate in Applied Banking and Finance -

Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka

Bsc. Accounting and Finance -

University of London
Christobel Bandara