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Charles Alexander

Chief Financial Officer at Beefco Limited

Sri Lanka

Work Experience

  • Chief Financial Officer

    Beefco Limited

    Nov 2018 - Present -6 yrs, 8 months

    Malawi

    • Job Details:Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Led the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to prepare comprehensive budgets. Analyzed and controlled costs, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements. Managed cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs. Supported strategic planning initiatives with financial analysis and insights. Liaised with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities. Supervised and mentored finance staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Oversaw HR operations, including payroll.
  • Finance and Administration Manager

    Afrisphere Worldwide Limited

    Oct 2015 - Aug 2018 -2 yrs, 10 months

    Malawi

    • Job Details:Planned, managed, coordinated, and implemented monthly and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. Provided necessary information and support to external auditors during audits. Ensured compliance with internal controls and policies, maintaining adherence to regulatory, statutory, and investor requirements. Monitored and improved internal control processes to safeguard company assets. Developed and implemented effective product costing methodologies and pricing strategies to maximize profitability.
  • Accountant

    Variosystem Pvt Ltd

    Apr 2014 - Oct 2015 -1 yr, 6 months

    Sri Lanka

    • Job Details:Supervised and oversaw general ledger activities, ensuring timely and accurate journal bookings, postings, and closings. Supported finance team members to maintain service excellence and professional development. Prepared monthly and annual financial statements accurately and on time. Managed budgeting processes, ensuring effective planning, guidelines, and assumptions. Maximized dependency on SAP for financial processes.
  • Finance Analyst/Finance Manager

    Al Amjaad Establishment

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2014 -3 yrs

    Saudi Arabia

    • Job Details:Developed, streamlined, and enhanced financial management and reporting processes. Prepared financial reports for analysis, forecasting, cash flows, and results analysis. Oversaw monthly payroll activities, report generation, and reconciliation. Managed product costing. Monitored franchise operations.
  • Education

    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

      Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka

      Jan 2005 - Jan 2007 - 2 yr

    • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

      University of Sri Jayewardenepura

      Jan 2000 - Jan 2005 - 5 yr

    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

      Accounting Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka

      Jan 2000 - Jan 2005 - 5 yr

    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

      The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

      Jan 2022   3 yr 6 Months

    Skills

    • Leadership
    • Communication
    • Decision Making
    • Adaptability
    • self-motivation

    Languages

    • English

      Fluent
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