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Ranjanee Samanmalee Hettiarachchi

Ellenbrook

Summary

Experienced finance and administration professional with 15 years of expertise managing accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, reconciliations, BAS and payroll tax reporting, and financial reporting. Skilled in MYOB and Excel with a reputation for accuracy and process improvement in corporate and not-for-profit environments. Thrives in remote or hybrid work environments, excelling in autonomous finance support.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts & Admin Manager

Adelphi Apparel
08.2012 - Current
  • Process high-volume AP/AR entries and reconciliations in MYOB
  • Manage supplier payments, remittances, and customer statement follow-ups
  • Oversee payroll for 8–10 staff including STP reporting, PAYG and super payments
  • Prepare monthly financials: profit/loss statements, cash forecasts, reconciliations
  • Create purchase orders and manage inventory reordering with suppliers
  • File quarterly BAS returns and payroll tax lodgments
  • Work remotely one day weekly and maintain accurate finance processes
  • Support OHS tracking and perform admin/reception cover
  • Created organized filing system to manage department documents.
  • Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
  • Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations.
  • Supported financial director with special projects, tender submissions and additional job duties.

Finance Officer

GIFSA
07.2010 - 08.2012
  • End-to-end AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and GL journals in QuickBooks
  • Managed payroll for 70+ staff in MYOB including super, PAYG, and salary scarifice
  • Maintained fixed assets, petty cash floats, and assisted budgeting
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
  • Checked vendor payments, Reimbursmants and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Supported annual audits and liaised with external auditors
  • Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.

Accountant & Admin Officer

Nonviolent Peaceforce Sri Lanka
02.2008 - 04.2010
  • Oversaw financial operations, transitioned 8,000+ manual records into MYOB
  • Trained staff on MYOB use and implemented monthly financial reporting
  • Managed accounts payable, payroll, reconciliations, and travel logistics
  • Coordinated stock, consumables, and donor communications
  • Previous roles include:
  • Accounting Manager, Mega Life Sciences
  • Accountant, Uni World Travels & Tours (developed GL/AP/AR systems)
  • Trainee Accountant, M/s Amerasekara & Co (audits, tax, compliance)

Education

Intermediate Level Certificate -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka

Skills

  • Accounts Payable & Receivable
  • General ledger reconciliation
  • Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation
  • Proficient in MYOB payroll systems
  • BAS and PAYG preparation and lodgment
  • Financial forecasting expertise
  • Skilled in using Excel and accounting software applications
  • Financial reporting expertise
  • Remote Work & Team Collaboration
  • Stock control and procurement
  • Operational streamlining

Accomplishments

Spearheaded automation of accounting and operational processes in a newly created Accounting & Admin Officer role at Adelphi, introducing tailored templates and recordkeeping systems that improved reporting accuracy, reduced duplication, and boosted customer service efficiency.


Designed and implemented customized MYOB templates — including invoices, purchase orders, credit notes, and statements — standardizing documentation across all departments.


Collaborated with senior management to develop a comprehensive Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) policy and procedures manual for Adelphi Apparel, promoting compliance and accountability across the organization.


At GIFSA, successfully coordinated with external auditors to complete the organization’s annual audit during the Finance Manager’s absence, ensuring full compliance and timely submission for the 2010/2011 financial year.


Independently managed and scheduled fortnightly staff rosters at GIFSA for a seven-month period, filling in for the HR Assistant and earning praise from management, staff, and clients for operational reliability.


Independently transitioned a 4-month backlog of manual records into MYOB at Nonviolent Peaceforce Sri Lanka, entering over 8,000 transactions and training staff.

Timeline

Accounts & Admin Manager

Adelphi Apparel
08.2012 - Current

Finance Officer

GIFSA
07.2010 - 08.2012

Accountant & Admin Officer

Nonviolent Peaceforce Sri Lanka
02.2008 - 04.2010

Intermediate Level Certificate -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka
Ranjanee Samanmalee Hettiarachchi