Job Overview
The Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB), under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, invites applications from citizens of Sri Lanka for the post of Accounts Assistant on a contract basis.
Position Details
- Job Title: Accounts Assistant
- Organization: Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB)
- Location: Colombo 07
- Job Type: Contract basis
- Closing Date: 3 November 2026
Organization Overview
CECB is a premier engineering consultancy organization at the forefront of infrastructure development in Sri Lanka, with a wide range of expertise in different disciplines.
Qualifications & Experience
- Sri Lankan citizen
- Passed the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination in six subjects, including English, in not more than two sittings, with Credit passes for four subjects including Sinhala/Tamil and Mathematics
And one of the following:
- Successful completion of the Foundation Level or Licentiate/Certificate in Accountancy and Business (CAB I) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Sri Lanka
- Certificate Level of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants U.K. (CIMA)
- Final Level of the Institute of Book Keepers (London)
- Stage III of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) of Sri Lanka
Key Responsibilities
- Perform all accounting functions under the supervision of the Accountant/Head of the Unit
- Document, maintain ledgers and process all accounts, payables and receivables while verifying accuracy and reconciling accounts
- Record accounts data into the computerized accounting system and retrieve, update and back up data as required
- Analyze accounts per accounting codes and financial regulations
- Balance accounts and prepare P&L, balance sheet and other financial statements
- Assist and handle bank transactions, review statements, and write and issue cheques
- Maintain custody of cash and financial assets, including cheques when necessary
- Handle receipts, payments and banking of cash/cheques and withdraw cash for office use
- Handle cash and petty cash, and maintain registers, files, receipt control books and supporting documents
- Assist the Accountant to balance accounts and handle day-to-day accounts
- Prepare financial and tax reports, including VAT returns
- Carry out store-related functions and control stock books
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervising officer
Required Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping knowledge
- Familiarity with computerized accounting systems
- Record keeping and reconciliation
Salary & Benefits
- Selected applicants will be placed on a suitable salary point depending on qualifications and experience as per MSD Circular 02/2016
- Contribution of 12% and 3% of salary to the Employees’ Provident Fund and Employees’ Trust Fund respectively by the Bureau
How to Apply
Send the covering letter and CV, along with copies of certificates, by Registered Cover addressed to the Manager (Administration / HR), Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau, No. 415, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07. Write the applied post at the top left-hand corner of the envelope. Applications must reach on or before 3 November 2026.
Important Notes
- Applicants who do not possess the required qualifications and experience as at the closing date are not eligible to apply
- Do not attach copies of educational certificates, professional certificates and service letters if the application does not meet the required qualifications
- Applications received after the deadline will be rejected without notice
- Selections will be made in order of merit determined by an Interview Panel
- Officers selected on contract basis are not eligible to claim any permanent appointment in the Bureau