Nadeesha Palihakkara
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Development Officer
Ministry Of Irrigation
12.2020 - 10.2022
- Preparing of Cabinet memorandum, Liaison between the ministry and the Parliament of Sri Lanka.
- Handling payment vouchers for Translations and other administrative related expenses.
- Preparing reports & letters, administrative works relating to the foreign leaves of the employees'
- Mentored junior staff members in development best practices for ongoing professional growth within the team.
Finance Assistant
KAYA Events Management Pty Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Improved financial accuracy by diligently reviewing and reconciling monthly bank statements.
- Assisted in budget preparation for streamlined financial planning and forecasting.
- Increased efficiency with thorough maintenance of financial records and documentation while managing & processing payments, supporting monthly payroll activities.
- Enhanced overall financial management, providing timely and accurate reports to senior staff members.
Analyst
Accenture
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes.
- Identified trends and patterns in large datasets, leading to actionable insights for business growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
Business Analyst Intern
Great Place Research And Consultancy Pty Ltd
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Analyzing employee engagement data using excel and suggesting recommendations accordingly.
- Presentation, designing, delivering and conducting Great Place to work Trust index and culture audits.
- Created visual representations of data findings using various chart types for presentations to clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
- Managing accounts in using Tally accounting software.
- Organising Great Place to Work Conference and Gala Night 2018.
Human Resources Management Intern
Mobitel Pty Ltd
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Streamlined recruitment process for increased efficiency in candidate selection and hiring.
- Supported managers with performance evaluation processes, improving overall employee productivity levels.
- Contributed to the development of comprehensive training programs for continued employee growth and skill development.
- Organized various team-building events and activities to foster a positive company culture and improve communication among staff members.
- Provided support during annual performance review cycles, including gathering feedback from managers and preparing relevant documentation.
- Created and updated tracking spreadsheets using MS Excel.
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
- Assisting Payroll team in processing monthly payments
- Supporting Internal audit team in conducting audits
Education
Master of Professional Accounting - Accounting
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA07.2024
Bachelor of Human Resource Management (Special) - Human Resource Management
University of Kelaniya
Kelaniya, Sri Lanka03.2018
CIMA Passed Finalist - Management Accounting & Finance
Charted Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Colombo, Sri Lanka11.2016
INTERNRT AND COMPUTING CORE CERTIFICATION (IC3) - Information Technology
Vocational Training Authority
Colombo, Sri Lanka09.2013
Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time management abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Data Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Interpersonal Skills
- Event Planning and Execution
Accomplishments
Won Sri Lankan Prize (Island 1st) in Top CIMA Examination, November 2016 ( Strategic Case Study).
Won “Accenture Malaysia Individual Performance Award” in December 2018.
Certification
First Aid Certified (HLTAID00, HLTAID010, HLTAID011, HLTAID012 )
Additional Information
Microsoft Office ( Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access) , Accounting Software ( MYOB, Xero, Tally), Using LSEG/Refinitiv Platform, JASP Software
Timeline
Development Officer
Ministry Of Irrigation
12.2020 - 10.2022
Finance Assistant
KAYA Events Management Pty Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2020
Analyst
Accenture
10.2018 - 10.2019
Business Analyst Intern
Great Place Research And Consultancy Pty Ltd
02.2018 - 07.2018
Human Resources Management Intern
Mobitel Pty Ltd
05.2017 - 11.2017
Master of Professional Accounting - Accounting
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Human Resource Management (Special) - Human Resource Management
University of Kelaniya
CIMA Passed Finalist - Management Accounting & Finance
Charted Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
INTERNRT AND COMPUTING CORE CERTIFICATION (IC3) - Information Technology
Vocational Training Authority
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