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NAYANA KUMARA CHANDANA THANTHIRWATTAGE

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Finance and administration leader with 25+ years’ experience driving financial strategy, compliance, and operational excellence across multinational firms. Skilled in P&L management, ERP implementation (SAP FI/CO), and cost optimization. Australian-qualified, holding a Diploma of Accounting, Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Diploma of Leadership and Management, intermediate CA Sri Lanka qualification, IFA certificate, and current Associate Membership (in good standing) with the Institute of Public Accountant IPA, Australia.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work history

Deputy General Manager

Easydrive Car Rental LLC
Riyadh
01.2021 - 09.2025
  • Company Overview: Company: Easydrive Car Rental LLC - Saudi Arabia.
  • Directed financial operations across multi-branch car rental businesses in Saudi Arabia, aligning with financial strategy.
  • Led budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning, integrating cost control measures and performance analysis to drive sustainable profitability.
  • Managed cash flow and treasury functions, including banking operations, loan repayments, & liquidity planning.
  • Oversaw fleet-related financial metrics such as depreciation, insurance, leasing costs, operational overheads to maximize ROI & cost-efficiency.
  • Generated detailed MIS reports and dashboards, delivering strategic insights on vehicle utilization, branch-level profitability, and ROI.
  • Prepared and analyzed financial statements in full compliance with IFRS and SOCPA standards for audit.
  • Established robust internal controls and audit mechanisms.
  • Administered Zakat, VAT, and Withholding Tax filings, maintained strict compliance with Tax regulations.
  • Led ERP implementations to enhance accounting, financial reporting, and integration with custom fleet management.
  • Supervised cross-branch administrative operations, asset management, fleet documentation, license renewals, and WHS compliance.
  • Developed and enforced SOPs, managing document control systems.
  • Led procurement and vendor management, ensuring cost-effective sourcing of IT equipment, services, & resources.
  • Coordinated recruitment and onboarding, maintaining personnel records in compliance with local employment legislation and audit readiness.
  • Managed supply chain logistics ensured timely delivery of products.
  • Utilised analytical skills to drive decision-making processes.
  • Streamlined operational procedures for enhanced efficiency.
  • Handled crisis situations effectively through strategic planning and execution.
  • Coached and developed new talent by monitoring individual performance, conducting appraisals and providing meaningful feedback.

Divisional Manager

Easydrive Car Rental LLC
08.2012 - 12.2020
  • Company Overview: Company: Easydrive Car Rental LLC - Saudi Arabia.
  • Directed financial operations across multi-branch car rental businesses in Saudi Arabia, aligning with financial strategy.
  • Led budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning, integrating cost control measures and performance analysis to drive sustainable profitability.
  • Managed cash flow and treasury functions, including banking operations, loan repayments, & liquidity planning.
  • Provided financial modeling and analysis to support strategic decision-making on vehicle procurement, fleet disposal.
  • Oversaw fleet-related financial metrics such as depreciation, insurance, leasing costs, operational overheads to maximize ROI & cost-efficiency.
  • Generated detailed MIS reports and dashboards, delivering strategic insights on vehicle utilization, branch-level profitability, and ROI.
  • Prepared and analyzed financial statements in full compliance with IFRS and SOCPA standards for audit.
  • Established robust internal controls and audit mechanisms.
  • Administered Zakat, VAT, and Withholding Tax filings, maintained strict compliance with Tax regulations.
  • Led ERP implementations to enhance accounting, financial reporting, and integration with custom fleet management.
  • Supervised cross-branch administrative operations, asset management, fleet documentation, license renewals, and WHS compliance.
  • Developed and enforced SOPs, managing document control systems.
  • Led procurement and vendor management, ensuring cost-effective sourcing of IT equipment, services, & resources.
  • Coordinated recruitment and onboarding, maintaining personnel records in compliance with local employment legislation and audit readiness.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures to improve company's financial health.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration, enhancing overall organisational efficiency and workflow synergy.
  • Oversaw talent acquisition efforts recruiting top talents that significantly contributed towards achieving organisational goals.

Divisional Manager

Assetline Securities & Sock brokers Co. PLC
04.2010 - 06.2012
  • Company Overview: Company: Assetline Securities & Sock brokers Co. PLC - Sri Lanka.
  • Directed end-to-end financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting in compliance with SLFRS, managing statutory submissions to regulatory bodies such as Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and Security Exchange Commission (SEC) of Sri Lanka.
  • Ensured compliance by implementing compliance frameworks covering (AML), (KYC), & ethical trading practices.
  • Managed cash flow, client accounts, and transaction reconciliation.
  • Led internal audits and operational risk reviews, maintaining robust internal controls, addressing audit queries from both internal and external auditors, and resolving compliance observations to ensure audit readiness.
  • Provided strategic financial input to senior management, advising on capital adequacy, cost control, and investment planning.

Finance Manager

Ahmad Mohd. Jasim Construction LLC
10.2008 - 04.2010
  • Company Overview: Company: Ahmad Mohd. Jasim Construction LLC - Bahrain.
  • Managed financial operations for large-scale construction projects, including IFRS reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost estimation.
  • Handled cash flow, fund allocation, WIP reporting, and milestone billing.
  • Ensured and managed tax return filings, documentation, and coordinated with external auditors.
  • Supervised payroll, subcontractor payments, procurement, and ERP systems (Tally, SAP) for real-time cost control and policy compliance.

Senior Accountant

Al Makki Jewelers
, State Of Qatar
10.2002 - 09.2006
  • Company Overview: Company: Al Makki Jewelers - State Of Qatar.
  • Handled accounting operations, AP, AR, GL, bank reconciliations, and monthly IFRS-based financial reporting.
  • Maintained inventory accounting for gold, diamonds, gemstones, ensuring valuation, reconciliation, and stock control.
  • Managed payroll processing, POS cash closings, retail transaction monitoring to ensure accuracy.
  • Supported audits & financial planning, coordinated with auditors, maintained ERP systems & contributed to budgeting & forecasting.
  • Assisted in tax preparations, avoiding penalties and late fees.
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of bank statements; eliminated monetary discrepancies.
  • Led team of junior accountants; ensured high quality work output.

Accountant

United Coating Industries
10.1998 - 09.2000
  • Company Overview: Company: United Coating Industries - Saudi Arabia.
  • Supported accounting functions, including AP/AR, payroll processing, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany transactions, & month/year-end closing procedures.
  • Contributed to financial reporting and budgeting, preparing management reports, assisting in annual budgets and variance analysis, and streamlining AP/AR workflows to reduce errors and improve efficiency.
  • Company: United Coating Industries - Saudi Arabia.
  • Ensured timely invoice payments with diligent follow-ups.
  • Prepared monthly and yearly balance sheets, ensuring accuracy.
  • Completed detailed profit and loss analysis; identified improvement areas.
  • Executed comprehensive internal audits; highlighted areas requiring action.
  • Reviewed and reconciled ledgers to maintain integrity of financial data.
  • Conducted financial audits for improved internal controls.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.

Audit Senior/Trainee

B.R. De Silva & Company- Chartered Accountants
10.1994 - 04.1998
  • Company Overview: Company: B.R. De Silva & Company- Chartered Accountants - Sri Lanka.
  • Led statutory audits for clients across diverse sectors, ensuring compliance with SLAS and ISA.
  • Conducted financial and risk analysis, including ratio/trend reviews, tax compliance checks, and assessments.
  • Managed end-to-end audit engagements, liaised with clients, supervised junior staff, reviewed working papers, and prepared audit schedules and filings for regulatory authorities.

Education

CA Intermediate Level - Finance & Accounting

Institute of Chartered Accountant of Sri Lanka

Diploma Of Accounting -

Australian Institute of Business & Technology
Brisbine

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping -

Australian Institute of Business & Technology

Diploma of Leadership and Management -

Australian Institute of Business & Technology

Skills

  • SAP, Oracle ERP, MS Excel & MS Office
  • P&L Management, Capex Budgeting, Opex Budgeting
  • Team Collaboration
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Time Management
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Internal Controls & Audit
  • Strategic Financial Planning
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable Management

Accomplishments

  • SAP FI/CO Implementation, Led full-cycle SAP FI/CO rollout at Easydrive Car Rental LLC across five business units, integrating finance and administration, achieving a 30% faster month-end close and improved operational efficiency.
  • Administrative Process, Streamlined workflows for vendor management, facilities, and office services, achieving an 18% reduction in overhead costs while enhancing service delivery standards.
  • Strategic Cost Reduction, Partnered with operations and supply chain teams to reduce fleet maintenance costs by 15%, boosting profitability without compromising service quality.
  • Performance Boost, Managed and mentored a Cross functional team of 15, boosting productivity by 40% through process automation and targeted training initiatives.

Affiliations

  • Institute of Public Accountant (IPA), Associate Member, 2026-08-31
  • Institute of Financial Accountants - UK, Intermediate Financial Accountant member, 332245, 2026-08-31

Languages

English
Arabic
Sinhala

Personal Information

Title: Deputy General Manager Finance, Accounts & Administration

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Deputy General Manager

Easydrive Car Rental LLC
01.2021 - 09.2025

Divisional Manager

Easydrive Car Rental LLC
08.2012 - 12.2020

Divisional Manager

Assetline Securities & Sock brokers Co. PLC
04.2010 - 06.2012

Finance Manager

Ahmad Mohd. Jasim Construction LLC
10.2008 - 04.2010

Senior Accountant

Al Makki Jewelers
10.2002 - 09.2006

Accountant

United Coating Industries
10.1998 - 09.2000

Audit Senior/Trainee

B.R. De Silva & Company- Chartered Accountants
10.1994 - 04.1998

CA Intermediate Level - Finance & Accounting

Institute of Chartered Accountant of Sri Lanka

Diploma Of Accounting -

Australian Institute of Business & Technology

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping -

Australian Institute of Business & Technology

Diploma of Leadership and Management -

Australian Institute of Business & Technology

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