Accounts Assistant (Project Accounting)

Company: Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau

Role Summary

Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau is seeking a dynamic, motivated, and result-oriented individual to join the team as an Accounts Assistant (Project Accounting) on an assignment basis.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a Higher National Diploma in a relevant discipline.
• Part qualification from a recognized professional accounting body (e.g., CA Sri Lanka, CIMA, ACCA, CMA) will be considered an added advantage.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or project accounting.
• Proven experience in maintaining accounting records and supporting the preparation of financial reports.
• Experience in processing payments, invoices, receipts, petty cash transactions, and maintaining supporting documentation.
• Previous experience working in donor-funded projects, development sector organizations, NGOs, or project-based environments will be a distinct advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with accounting software and financial management systems.
• Sound knowledge of basic accounting principles, bookkeeping practices, and financial record-keeping.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and implement effective filing and document management systems.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Application Guidelines

Interested candidates are invited to submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV), together with a covering letter, clearly indicating “Accounts Assistant – Project Accounting” in the subject line, via the official online application portal at https://mcb.gov.lk/account-assistant/. Applications must be submitted on or before 25th July 2026.

Location

No. 11, Jawatta Road, Colombo 05.