Exciting Opportunity!
Jaffna College Institutions, a prestigious and long-established private educational institution in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, is seeking a qualified and committed Accountant to join our team. This role offers the chance to play a key part in shaping the institution's financial health and supporting its continued growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Record financial transactions and create accurate financial statements.
- Compile financial data into key reports such as balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and cash flow statement.
- Conduct bank reconciliation.
- Prepare budgets and financial forecasts.
- Ensure internal controls and assist external audits.
- Comply with state and professional regulations.
- Prepare necessary financial returns.
- Provide strategic financial guidance to the management.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Fully qualified or part qualified (stage 3 in ACCA or CASL - Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka).
- Minimum of 8-10 years proven experience in accounting or finance.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or school-specific systems).
- Prior experience in educational or non-profit finance.
- Ability to work with school leadership and administrative staff.
- Experience in payroll, auditing, and financial reporting.
What We Offer:
Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to: seco.bdjc2025@gmail.com on or before 20th September 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.