Assistant Director (Finance) – Central Environmental Authority

Assistant Director (Finance) – Central Environmental Authority

The Central Environmental Authority under the Ministry of Environment is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Director (Finance).

This is a mid-to-senior level government finance role, ideal for candidates with strong accounting, auditing, and financial management experience.

🏢 Organization

Central Environmental Authority (CEA)
Ministry of Environment – Sri Lanka

📍 Job Location

📍 Battaramulla (Head Office), Sri Lanka

💼 Position

Assistant Director (Finance) – MM 1-1

🎓 Qualifications & Experience

External Candidates:

• Degree in:
  • Finance
  • Commerce
  • Accountancy
  • Management
    (UGC recognized)

OR

• Intermediate qualification from a recognized professional Chartered Institute

AND

• Minimum 5 years post-qualifying experience in:
  • Financial Management
  • Accounting
  • Auditing

Internal Candidates:

• Must meet external qualifications OR
• Minimum 5 years service at Junior Manager Level in Finance/Accounting/Auditing

💰 Salary & Benefits

• 💵 Salary Scale:
  Rs. 91,690 – 168,240
• Initial Salary:
  Rs. 81,710 + allowances
• Additional Benefits:
  • Cost of Living Allowance (~Rs. 17,800)
  • Professional Allowance (~Rs. 25,000/month)
  • Telephone Allowance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Government benefits (EPF/ETF)

🎯 Age Limit

• 22 – 45 years

🧾 Key Responsibilities

• Manage financial operations and reporting
• Handle budgeting, accounting, and auditing functions
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Support financial planning and decision-making
• Maintain accurate financial records

📝 Recruitment Process

• Written examination (if required)
• Structured interview
• Selection based on merit

📩 How to Apply

👉 Apply via official website:
🌐 www.cea.lk

📅 Deadline: 15 May 2026

📌 Submit:

• Completed application (Microsoft Form)
• Copies of academic & professional certificates

📍 Address:
Director General
Central Environmental Authority
104, Denzil Kobbekaduwa Mawatha
Battaramulla