Kosala L.
Senior Finance Manager
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Ko Sa L. is a seasoned Chartered Accountant (FCA) with an MBA and over a decade of international experience in finance and accounting roles spanning the real estate and construction, renewable energy, graphite mining, travel, and logistics sectors. Based in Dubai, Ko Sa L. has led group reporting and financial operations for Abduwaheed Bin Shabib Investment Group LLC, supporting senior management in strategic decision-making, regulatory compliance, and consolidation and group reporting. With prior roles at AECOM Lanka in infrastructure projects and SAEMS Engineering in hydropower operations across Africa, Ko Sa L.’s expertise includes managing financial planning & analysis, implementing ERP systems like SAP and Acumatica, handling VAT and CIT regulatory submissions, and executing internal and external audits. His roles feature leadership in financial setups for market entry, project finance oversight, and process automation, ensuring precise, timely reporting and compliance for cross-border teams.
Experience
Manager – Group Reporting
Abduwaheed Bin Shabib Investment Group LLC, UAE · 2025 — PresentPrepare consolidated financial statements for the group, facilitate month-end and year-end closing, and produce management reports for strategic use. Analyze variances, recommend cost-optimization measures, and coordinate with inter-company finance teams to resolve consolidation matters. Support statutory audit processes, review VAT and CIT returns for compliance with UAE regulations, and work with the ERP team to standardize management and statutory reporting. Participate in e-invoicing implementation to ensure accurate system integration and workflow alignment.Finance Manager - Africa & Sri Lanka
SAEMS Engineering Ltd, Uganda · 2020 — 2025Directed full financial operations setup in new country and oversaw cross-border management, banking, and compliance for hydropower construction. Led financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and developed cash flow models for market entry in Burundi, ensuring compliance with e-invoicing and regulatory requirements. Implemented Earned Value Management (EVM) within EPC project reporting, and used Power BI for board presentations. Managed financial statements, reporting schedules, budget variance tracking, and liquidity assessments. Established a balance sheet reconciliation model, coordinated inter-company transaction reporting, and reviewed VAT and WHT for tax submissions. Maintained inventory management systems and handled internal, external, and foreign audits with corporate tax oversight. Participated in Middle East Energy Global Energy Event.Finance Manager
Ceylon Graphite Inc. related companies, Canada · 2023 — 2025Prepared financial statements monthly, quarterly, and annually according to IFRS and internal standards for graphite mining operations. Supported budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Managed tax filings and regulatory submissions, reviewed and authorized sales transaction invoices, and led the group's annual foreign audit in compliance with reporting requirements.Financial Controller
Gaia Greenenergy Holdings (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka · 2024 — 2024Directed a forensic audit to identify and address financial discrepancies for the renewable energy – solar company. Promoted Acumatica ERP system adoption for automated month-end closing, enhanced data accuracy, and timely reporting. Supported senior management in strategic planning by initiating detailed budget processes and managed project cash flows across six regions.Accountant - Sri Lanka
AECOM Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka · 2018 — 2020Prepared annual budgets aligned with profit objectives and developed weekly cash flow reports to assist the Asia Pacific finance team. Reviewed project financials, handled billing and ensured timely collections. Ensured compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies, while coordinating audits with auditors, tax authorities, and banking partners. Participated in on-the-job training in Singapore and attended the 2018 Accounting & Finance Innovation Summit by Blackline.Assistant Accountant
SPRYN Logistics (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka · 2017 — 2018Managed accounting functions related to freight and logistics services and transportation, supporting financial operations for the company.Senior Associate Operations
WNS Global Services (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka · 2014 — 2017Handled business reporting tasks within the general business reporting domain, delivering operational support.Audit Trainee
Baker Tilly Edirisinghe & Co., Sri Lanka · 2013 — 2014Performed audit-related duties assisting with financial reviews and supporting audit processes for clients.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) - GeneralPostgraduate Institute of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka · 2022 — 2024
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting - SpecialUniversity of Colombo, Sri Lanka · 2010 — 2014