Assistant Manager (Finance) – Berendina

Assistant Manager (Finance) – Berendina

Job Overview

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Finance
Company: Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited
Location: Head Office, Sri Lanka
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Finance / Microfinance

Berendina Group is seeking a qualified and experienced Assistant Manager – Finance to lead finance operations, budgeting, financial reporting, taxation, and cash flow management at its Head Office.

Position Details

Position: Assistant Manager – Finance
Organization: Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited (BMIC)
Location: Head Office
Employment Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

Berendina Group consists of:

• Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited (BMIC), Sri Lanka’s first licensed microfinance company regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
• Berendina Development Services (Gte) Limited (BDS), a development organization focused on alleviating poverty among vulnerable and marginalized communities.

The organization operates across 13 districts through a network of 38 branch offices.

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline from a recognized university or institution.

Professional Qualifications

Candidates must possess membership or have completed the finalist level of a recognized professional accounting qualification such as:

• ICASL
• CIMA
• ACCA

Experience

• Approximately 5 years of hands-on experience in a similar finance role within a reputed organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret monthly and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate with external auditors for timely completion of audited financial statements.
• Liaise with tax consultants and tax authorities regarding statutory payments and tax compliance.
• Lead the finance team at Head Office and branch operations.
• Prepare and coordinate annual and quarterly budgets.
• Implement budgetary controls and process improvements.
• Manage company cash flows and present consolidated cash flow reports.
• Develop and implement internal controls for finance operations.
• Oversee day-to-day finance activities of the organization.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (SLFRS/LKAS).
• Knowledge of local taxation and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Sinhala and Tamil language proficiency will be an added advantage.

Salary & Benefits

Selected candidates will receive:

• Attractive remuneration package aligned with industry standards.
• Health insurance coverage.
• EPF employer contribution of 15%.
• ETF contribution of 3%.
• Special allowances.
• Local and international career development and training opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the Berendina recruitment portal.

Application Deadline

• Applications must be submitted within 7 days from the published date of the advertisement.

Contact

Head of HR, Administration & Corporate Image Building
Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited

Additional Information

Berendina is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply.