Accounts Officer – Sri Lanka Standards Institution

Accounts Officer – Sri Lanka Standards Institution

Job Overview

Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) is inviting applications for the post of Accounts Officer under the Junior Manager Category (JM 1-2 Grade II). This opportunity is ideal for finance and accounting professionals with qualifications in accounting, commerce, financial management, or related fields.

Position Details

• Job Title: Accounts Officer
• Organization: Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI)
• Ministry: Ministry of Science and Technology
• Job Category: Junior Manager Category (JM 1-2 Grade II)
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Organization Overview

Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) is the national standards body responsible for standards development, certification, testing, quality assurance, and technical services in Sri Lanka. The institution provides professional opportunities in finance, accounting, and corporate administration functions.

Required Qualifications

External Candidates

Applicants should satisfy one of the following qualifications:

Option 1

• A Bachelor’s Degree recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka in:
  • Accounting
  • Commerce
  • Financial Management
  • Business Administration
  • Business Management in the accountancy field
  • Or any other relevant field related to the subject area of the post

Option 2

• Having passed the Intermediate Examination of a recognized professional Chartered Institute relevant to the subject area of the post.

Internal Candidates

Applicants should either:

• Possess the qualifications required for external candidates

OR

• Have completed minimum 5 years satisfactory service in the Management Assistant (Non-Technological) MA 1-2 Grade II category relevant to the subject area.

Selection Method

Selection will be based on:

• Written Competitive Examination and/or
• Structured Interview

Examination Subjects

• English Language Proficiency
• Aptitude Test
• Subject knowledge relevant to the post
• Computer Literacy

Salary Scale

• Salary Scale:
  • LKR 74,010 – 124,330

Implementation as per Management Services Circular 01/2025:

• 2026 Salary: LKR 79,987
• 2027 Salary: LKR 89,650

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 22 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years
• Upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.

Additional Benefits

• Encashment of unutilized medical leave
• Life insurance cover
• Medical insurance cover
• Reimbursement of medical expenses
• Annual incentive payment
• Communication allowance
• Opportunity to work in a professional environment

General Requirements

Applicants should:

• Be citizens of Sri Lanka
• Be physically and mentally fit
• Possess excellent moral character

How to Apply

Applicants must:

1. Download and complete the prescribed application form
2. Complete the required Google Form
3. Submit the completed application by registered post

Applications should clearly mention the applied post on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Application Deadline

• Closing Date: 08 June 2026

Application Address

Director General
Sri Lanka Standards Institution
No. 17, Victoria Place
Elvitigala Mawatha
Colombo 08

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