Tharindra Kasunhari Suraweera
Glenwood,Australia
Summary
Career Development through Knowledge, Value Added service and Professionalism.
Professional with strong background in financial analysis, adept at leveraging analytical skills to drive business growth and financial stability. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability, consistently meeting team objectives and organizational goals. Proficient in utilizing financial software and tools to streamline processes and enhance accuracy.
Techniques.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Risk and Revenue Compliance Manager
Jayasiri Enterprises Private Limited
05.2015 - Current
- Leading the development and execution of the organization's risk management strategy, directly supporting the Board of Directors
- Overseeing compliance with all applicable regulatory standards, offering balanced, practical, and commercially mindful solutions
- Responsible for the successful delivery of compliance projects, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with best practices
- Providing comprehensive reports to the Board and relevant stakeholders, highlighting key issues and updates as needed
- Directing the risk assessment process for individual clients, conducting detailed due diligence in collaboration with the customer relationship and legal teams
- Keeping senior management informed of changes in regulatory, legislative, and industry best practices, including associated obligations
- Fostering professional growth within the Risk and Compliance team by providing tailored knowledge training to enhance team capabilities
- Supporting and educating staff organization-wide to cultivate a culture of risk awareness and compliance
- Leading investigations into non-compliance incidents and knowledge management gaps, recommending actionable steps to prevent future occurrences and strengthen compliance frameworks
- Conducting extensive investigations into non-compliance incidents, and knowledge management gaps and suggest actions to overcome such incidents
Group Manager – Operations
WNS Global Services Private Limited
07.2013 - 09.2014
- Foreign Training & Working: As the Group Manager, I worked at the London Stock Exchange headquarters in London, United Kingdom, for a three-month period under WNS
- Process Migration: Recruited to lead the migration of the Real-Time Contracts Administration (Accounts Receivables) process for the UK client, London Stock Exchange (LSE)
- Key responsibilities included finalizing and executing the process transition plan, signing off on project documentation, and establishing baseline SLAs
- Oversaw the Go-Live phase from the London headquarters and managed LSE’s accounts receivables operations for18 months
- Operational Duties: Managed real-time client portfolio and D-debtors (fund management) processes, including annual revenue reconciliation, daily cash flow preparation, receivables accounting and posting, handling real-time client inquiries, and completing month-end bank reconciliations for the London Stock Exchange (LSE) with my team
- Conducted MIS reporting to the LSE, WNS Sri Lanka, and other related verticals and business units (Banking and Finance, Risk and Compliance, etc.) of WNS India
- Additionally, fulfilled general administrative responsibilities for WNS Sri Lanka in the capacity of Group Manager
Executive - Investments
Ceybank Asset Management Limited
07.2011 - 07.2013
- As an Executive in Investments, managed the daily investment activities and cash flows for the Ceybank Money Market Fund, Ceybank Gilt-Edged Fund, and Ceybank Unit Trust Fund
- Additionally, I oversaw equity portfolios for both local and international clients
- As a Research Analyst, conducted corporate research, encompassing business and financial analysis, as well as company valuations
- Provided investment recommendations to fund managers for equity placements within the funds, primarily focusing on PE-based valuations in the hotel sector
- Contributed to management reporting, analyzing fund performance and industry trends, and prepared insights for executive meetings as requested by the CEO
- Conducted training programs for Ceybank investment counselors based in BOC branches across the island, enhancing their knowledge and proficiency in investment advising
Management Trainee
National Savings Bank
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Served as a Grade III-II Management Trainee within the Asset Management Department, conducting in-depth business and financial analyses to provide strategic recommendations on equity investments across various corporations
- Conducted detailed evaluations and offered recommendations for diverse investments, including securitizations, term loans, debentures, and similar instruments within other banks and financial institutions
- Presented analytical reports and investment recommendations to the Equity Committee, Asset and Liability Committee, Investment Committee, and the Board of Directors
- Acted as the Officer in Charge for the Unit Trust Department at NSB, overseeing coordination with the trustee of the unit trust and other financial institutions, as well as managing money market investments
- In my final month of training, I held the role of Third Officer at the NSB Maharagama branch
Executive-Financial Auditing (Internal Auditor)
Dialog Telekom PLC
08.2007 - 03.2009
- Foreign Training: Participated in a specialized international training program on Internal Auditing, conducted by Telecom Malaysia International in Putrajaya, Malaysia, in June2008
- Special Achievements: As part of the Dialog Group Internal Audit team, we achieved External Quality Assurance certification from the Institute of Internal Auditors in2008, becoming the first corporate internal audit team in Sri Lanka to attain this recognition
- Operational Duties: As an Internal Auditor, conducted risk-based audits in alignment with the COSO framework, overseeing all phases including planning, fieldwork, audit interviews, and report drafting
- Engaged in various audit functions, including Quarterly Interim Financial Reviews, Tax Payments and Provisioning Audits, Debtors and Provisioning Audits, Accounts Payable and Payment Processing Audits, Revenue Assurance Audits, Treasury Management Audits, and Cash and Stock Audits
Education
MBA - Finance
University of Southern Queensland
11.2014
B. Sc Management - Specialized in Accounting
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
09.2009
Skills
- A good team player
- Innovative and positive thinking
- Problem soling skills
- Strong analytical abilities
- Good leadership and communication skills
- Proficient use of related software
Certification
- ASA- Associate Member of CPA, Australia (November2024)
- ACMA- Associate Member of Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), United Kingdom (December2012)
- CGMA - Chartered Global Management Accountant – United Kingdom (December2012)
- CBA - Certificate in Banking and Finance at Institute of Bankers’ Sri Lanka (March2011)
Awards
Won the USQ Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Business and Law, for the accomplishment of6.5 or higher out of7 during the first semester of MBA at the University of Southern Queensland, Australia., Outstanding achievement at G.C.E. (A/L) Examination (April2003-1077376) District Rank:06 Island Rank:08
Disclaimer
I do hereby certify that the above particulars given by me are true and correct to the best of my Knowledge. Tharindra Suraweera,15/01/2025.
Timeline
Financial Risk and Revenue Compliance Manager
Jayasiri Enterprises Private Limited
05.2015 - Current
Group Manager – Operations
WNS Global Services Private Limited
07.2013 - 09.2014
Executive - Investments
Ceybank Asset Management Limited
07.2011 - 07.2013
Management Trainee
National Savings Bank
05.2010 - 05.2011
Executive-Financial Auditing (Internal Auditor)
Dialog Telekom PLC
08.2007 - 03.2009
B. Sc Management - Specialized in Accounting
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
- ASA- Associate Member of CPA, Australia (November2024)
- ACMA- Associate Member of Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), United Kingdom (December2012)
- CGMA - Chartered Global Management Accountant – United Kingdom (December2012)
- CBA - Certificate in Banking and Finance at Institute of Bankers’ Sri Lanka (March2011)
MBA - Finance
University of Southern Queensland
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