I have 7+ years of combined experience and counting along the lines of communications, marketing, content creation, public relations and financial reporting. As a seasoned professional with extensive experience in versatile communications I contribute to building and sustaining brand reputations.I specialized in Communications that develop and execute strategies to support organizational objectives, amplifying brand presence, and driving business growth. I am geared to develop and deliver tailored communication to diverse audiences aligning with company values based on analysis-driven insights.Career Highlights: I have authored articles promoting KPMG Sri Lanka services and the global network available to entities seeking to overcome industry challenges, boosting demand and driving business growth.I published industry research reports highlighting growth indicators and performance metrics for wider stakeholder groups, expanding awareness and receiving citations from regulators.Press mentions I secured in top-tier newspapers have increased KPMG Sri Lanka media coverage, maintaining higher market presence than competitors.I created content for service lines on multiple platforms, raising awareness, increasing marketability, giving greater visibility in top-tier newspapers and multiple social media channels, accessing small-scale entities.I was a key contributor developing frameworks for policy reforms in Sri Lanka economic acceleration initiative, work that was presented to parliament.I was part of the organizing crew that planned and managed successful regional event for KPMG global network of firms, directing teams coordinating summit, including event managers, hospitality, food / beverage, and leaders of other corporations, garnering praise from member firms and featuring in multiple press releases.I led the Accounting Change project for an insurer in Sri Lanka complying with the parent’s (Operating in Canada) requirements under new Financial Reporting Regime.I led the local team in the implementation project of IFRS 17 for two clients operating in the Maldives. Expertise: Communication, Content Writing, Marketing Material Development, Client Services, Event Management, Research Writing.
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Script SupervisorSlate It MediaToronto, On, Ca -
Technical Accounting Lead - Ifrs 17Volkswagen Financial Services Canada Apr 2024 - PresentPickering, Ontario, CanadaOperating as a Technical Accounting Lead – IFRS 17 supporting the monthly close, quarterly and annual reporting process under IFRS 17 regime.Performing data cleaning and analysis before processing in the IFRS 17 solution to be submitted for internal and external stakeholders ensuring accuracy and completeness with multiple reconciliations.Provide monthly financial statements under IFRS 17 for the purpose of group reporting.Perform control checks on the data received from vendors to ensure accuracy and relevance prior to submission to internal and external stakeholders. -
Assistant Manager - Accounting Advisory ServicesKpmg Sri Lanka Jan 2022 - Feb 2024Sri LankaCommunicated industry focused and technical findings to local and global clients that enabled efficient solutions to technical challenges.Developed content for Accounting Advisory Service lines for marketing purposes to position KPMG as the leading service provider.Managed key clients and stakeholders while enthusiastically leading multiple internal teams to successfully cater to client needs.Attended and facilitated industry events to share insights on relevant growth indicators and management strategies focused at client needs that converted one-off engagements to recurring clients.Developed a local robust team to a regional service provider catering to a multitude of client needs across geographical boundaries.Led the local team in the implementation project of IFRS 17 for two clients operating in the Maldives. This enabled the two entities to lead the industry in terms of IFRS Compliance.Led the Accounting Change project for an insurer in Sri Lanka complying with the parent’s (Operating in Canada) requirements under new Financial Reporting Regime that enabled the local entity to report financials under two IFRSs simultaneously (IFRS 4 and IFRS 17).Delivered Initial Gap Assessments on implementation of IFRS 17 for two insurers. The assessments performed were the first in Sri Lanka provided by local expertise of Accounting Change Services. -
Senior Executive - Sales And MarketsKpmg Sri Lanka May 2019 - Dec 2021Sri LankaPublished weekly press articles on KPMG services and ability to apply global tools catered to differing client needs increasing press coverage resulting in positive brand image and increased clientele.Created content for KPMG’s service lines based on clear understanding of client needs, to increase market presence and reach wider audiences. Performed extensive research to publish KPMG reports across industries to share insights to assist stakeholders to evaluate performance across industries and navigate through COVID-19. Organized and managed events related to service lines focused on multiple industries to maintain collaborative relationships with external stakeholders to convert potential clients into regular businesses.Published articles on event coverage (prior and post) to maintain brand presence and increase awareness of KPMG events resulting on positive public relations. Performed a key role in KPMG's team that contributed insights towards policy reforms for Sri Lanka's Economic Acceleration Framework that was presented to the parliament, a project partnering with the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.Conducted research on competitors to provide necessary information requested by business heads and other business development personnel that helped strategize KPMG to be the market leader. -
AccountantSecure Security Consultants & Trainers Jan 2018 - Feb 2024Sri LankaPerformed reviews on the accuracy and relevance of monthly accounts and preparation of Quarterly and Annual Financial Statements.Filed taxes for the incorporated business in accordance with Inland Revenue Act of Sri Lanka. -
Senior Associate - OperationsWns Global Services Jul 2017 - Jun 2019Sri LankaPerformed analytical reviews and investigations on variances to provide explanations for management reporting purposes. Carried out Balance Sheet Reconciliations on a monthly basis to assure accuracy of the accounts and assisted cross-functional teams on the clearance of Unreconciled Balances.Prepared monthly journals to be uploaded through the Oracle Financial System to ensure the completeness and accuracy of balances in the general ledger. Collaboration with onshore clients in the UK on key deliverables and responding to ad-hoc queries that occur within the monthly reporting cycle, investigating, analyzing and proposing action plans.
Azlan Sourjah Education Details
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Second Class, Division One -
Second Upper Division -
Mathematics
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Azlan Sourjah works for Slate It Media
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Azlan Sourjah's current role is Script Supervisor.
What schools did Azlan Sourjah attend?
Azlan Sourjah attended Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cima, Cardiff Metropolitan University, Royal College Colombo.
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