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Education
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M.J. Ahamed

Accountant | MBA (Finance) ,Sri Lanka
M.J. Ahamed

Summary

Results-oriented and analytical accounting expert with over 5 years of progressive experience in managing full-cycle accounting, payroll administration, taxation, external audits, and multi-entity reporting. Proven track record of improving financial accuracy, optimizing cost control, and ensuring full compliance with tax regulations including GST, GRT, and MMA requirements. Adept at using QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, and Ewity POS to streamline operations and support strategic decision-making. Known for delivering clear, reliable financial insights and building trust through accuracy, efficiency, and deadline-driven performance. Actively seeking a senior-level accounting role in a dynamic Gulf-based organization.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Work History

Submaldives Pvt Ltd

Accountant
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintain full accounting operations for safari and corporate divisions using QuickBooks Desktop.
  • Administer and reconcile Ewity POS system transactions across departments.
  • Process monthly payroll, including calculation of salaries, statutory deductions, and final settlements.
  • Monitor and reconcile bank accounts, vendor payables, receivables, and inter-company transfers.
  • File monthly GST and GRT returns via MIRA, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
  • Submit MMA USD transaction reports accurately through the official portal.
  • Oversee customs liquor portal submissions and manage inventory compliance.
  • Coordinate with external auditors, prepare working papers, and resolve audit queries.
  • Manage Xpat portal processes for expatriate staff work permits and visa renewals.
  • Generate monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports for management decision-making.

Mi Lugar Maldives Retreat & Spa (Guest House)

Accountant
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Financial operations of guest house.
  • QuickBooks entries, bank/POS reconciliation.
  • Payroll and supplier payments.
  • MMA, MIRA tax compliance.
  • Audit readiness and management reporting.

Deen Brothers Imports Pvt Ltd

Accounts Assistant
08.2021 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Sage 200 and QuickBooks accounting.
  • AP/AR and VAT support.

University of Colombo

Accounts Assistant
09.2020 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Voucher reconciliation, petty cash, procurement.

Alexander & Vaz

Audit Trainee
03.2017 - 05.2018

Job overview

  • Audit support, VAT/NBT calculations, bookkeeping.

Education

University of Bedfordshire
UK

MBA from Finance
08.2024

SLIATE
Sri Lanka

HND in Business Administration from Business Administration
02.2022

Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka

AAT SL
07.2020

Skills

  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Expense Control
  • GST/VAT/GRT
  • MMA Compliance
  • Payroll Administration
  • HR Coordination
  • External Audit Support
  • Internal Controls
  • Accounts Receivable & Payable Management
  • Procurement Cycle Handling
  • QuickBooks/ Sage 200/ Xero
  • Ewity POS
  • MS Excel / Microsoft Word
  • Financial Reporting (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Sinhala
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: N9917152
  • Date of Birth: 04/22/97
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Sri Lankan

Timeline

Accountant

Submaldives Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - Current

Accountant

Mi Lugar Maldives Retreat & Spa (Guest House)
01.2023 - Current

Accounts Assistant

Deen Brothers Imports Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 01.2023

Accounts Assistant

University of Colombo
09.2020 - 04.2021

Audit Trainee

Alexander & Vaz
03.2017 - 05.2018

University of Bedfordshire

MBA from Finance

SLIATE

HND in Business Administration from Business Administration

Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka

AAT SL
M.J. Ahamed