Dilshan Gunathilake
Westmead,NSW
Summary
Adept at compliance monitoring and fostering team collaboration, I excelled at Colliers International by streamlining contract reviews and enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for critical thinking and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, my background includes significant achievements such as being awarded "Partner of the Month" at Starbucks, demonstrating my commitment to excellence and team success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance and Contracts Assistant - Part Time
Colliers International
Sydney, NSW
07.2024 - Current
- Processing of commission invoices, including exchange and settlements.
- Management of the contract and finance email account of the Sydney Residential Department.
- Liaising with solicitors, agents, and team members regarding sale documentation, and reviewing contracts and agreements.
- Preparing weekly sales reports and deposit reports for executives.
- Trust accounting duties: processing trust receipts and deposit releases.
- Processing of co-agent invoices, supplier payments, and corporate card expenses.
- Ensuring accurate data entry of all sales information, including the management of documentation on file, and SOX compliance.
Shift Supervisor - Part Time
Starbucks Coffee Co (Australia) Pty LTD
Sydney, NSW
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Trained new employees, and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures, and balanced tills.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions, and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
Coffee Barista - Part Time
Starbucks Coffee Co (Australia) Pty LTD, Sydney
Sydney, NSW
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for daily register balances.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting high-quality coffee beverages, and providing exceptional service.
- Awarded as "Partner of the Month" in September 2023, in New South Wales.
Vendor Incubation Executive
Daraz - Kaymu Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Educated, verified, and incubated each new seller who registers on the Daraz.lk platform regarding the procedures, best practices, and systems.
- Analyzed and made decisions based on qualitative and quantitative data, and appropriately categorized sellers into campaigns and promotions.
- Implemented promotional strategies to increase sales and attract new customers.
- Managed day-to-day communications with multiple vendors simultaneously.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with existing vendors on behalf of the company.
Management Trainee- Card Management
CDB Finance PLC , Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed VISA debit card operations and daily customer queries via emails and phone calls.
- Handled and created daily operations and administrative reports.
Accounts and Audit Assistant
Cyril Chandraratne and Company, Kelaniya
Kelaniya
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Executed in the planning and execution of financial audits for clients, under the supervision of senior auditors.
- Utilized software tools (QuickBooks) and audit methodologies to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
- Supported senior auditors in the preparation of audit documentation and audit work papers.
- Assisted in planning and conducting audits of company accounts and financial transactions.
- Reconciled bank accounts and general ledger accounts on a regular basis.
- Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records
Education
MBA - Professional Accounting
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW11.2024
BBA - Marketing
University of Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka01.2021
Certificate - Accounting
Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka01.2015
Skills
- Compliance monitoring
- Contract review
- Bookkeeping
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Team collaboration
- Mail management
- Accounting operations
- Administrative background
- Critical thinking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Finance and Contracts Assistant - Part Time
Colliers International
07.2024 - Current
Shift Supervisor - Part Time
Starbucks Coffee Co (Australia) Pty LTD
03.2024 - 07.2024
Coffee Barista - Part Time
Starbucks Coffee Co (Australia) Pty LTD, Sydney
04.2023 - 03.2024
Vendor Incubation Executive
Daraz - Kaymu Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Colombo, Sri Lanka
06.2022 - 12.2022
Management Trainee- Card Management
CDB Finance PLC , Colombo, Sri Lanka
03.2021 - 03.2022
Accounts and Audit Assistant
Cyril Chandraratne and Company, Kelaniya
04.2016 - 12.2016
MBA - Professional Accounting
University of Technology Sydney
BBA - Marketing
University of Colombo
Certificate - Accounting
Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka
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