Accountant

About the role

A growing Colombo-based organisation specialising in overseas education and study abroad services is looking for a detail-oriented Accountant. The role covers daily bookkeeping, student fee collections and financial operations.

Key responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping, and prepare and issue official receipts while keeping accurate student payment records.
• Maintain student-wise accounts covering fee collections, outstanding balances, refunds and payment plans.
• Record and monitor daily cash and bank transactions, manage petty cash and keep supporting documentation.
• Perform bank, cash, student and supplier reconciliations, and handle accounts receivable and payable.
• Maintain records of university and partner payments and settlements, and assist with monthly accounts and management reports.
• Assist with payroll and employee-related payments, and support tax, statutory and audit requirements.
• Ensure all financial transactions are authorised, recorded and filed, and coordinate with admissions, operations, management, banks, universities, suppliers and auditors when needed.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Part qualification in AAT, ACCA, CIMA, CA or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Sri Lankan tax and statutory requirements is an advantage.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical ability and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and meet deadlines, and a high level of integrity and confidentiality.