Commercial Accountant

About the role

Gallant Collective is seeking a Commercial Accountant to join its Finance and Operations team in Colombo. This permanent position will own the day‑to‑day finance function, handling the full cash cycle from invoicing to payroll while supporting the company’s service delivery and client success.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and improve business operations processes to enable scale, efficiency and high‑quality service delivery.
• Maintain and continuously refine operational systems and documentation for clarity, consistency and compliance.
• Monitor client contract expiries and drive timely renewals in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Draft, issue and manage Scope of Work (SOW) and Terms & Conditions documents with legal and commercial accuracy.
• Act as liaison between internal teams and clients to manage documentation, timelines and updates.
• Oversee contractor onboarding and off‑boarding, ensuring a professional experience aligned with Gallant’s brand.
• Communicate proactively with contractors regarding contracts, leave, payroll queries and timesheets.
• Issue accurate customer invoices, allocate payments and reconcile the accounts‑receivable ledger.
• Own the debtors ledger, monitor aged receivables and follow up overdue debt to minimise days outstanding.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, HR or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar finance or commercial accounting role.
• Strong understanding of end‑to‑end cash‑cycle processes, including AR, AP, payroll and month‑end closing.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a people‑centered consultancy focused on collective success.
• Exposure to diverse IT industry clients and cross‑functional teams.
• Permanent employment with a supportive work environment.