Elisha Clothing (Pvt) Ltd., headquartered in the Western Province of Sri Lanka, stands as a distinguished player in the apparel industry. Elisha Clothing operates within the dynamic landscape of ready-made apparel, positioning itself as a leader in catering to the discerning Sri Lankan market.As a fast-growing entity, we specialize in delivering quality apparel solutions tailored to both Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) segments, utilizing diverse delivery… Show more Elisha Clothing (Pvt) Ltd., headquartered in the Western Province of Sri Lanka, stands as a distinguished player in the apparel industry. Elisha Clothing operates within the dynamic landscape of ready-made apparel, positioning itself as a leader in catering to the discerning Sri Lankan market.As a fast-growing entity, we specialize in delivering quality apparel solutions tailored to both Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) segments, utilizing diverse delivery channels to reach our clientele effectively. Our operational framework revolves around a strategic outsourcing model, collaborating with over 100 small to medium-scale garment factories across Sri Lanka for production.As the General Manager of Elisha Clothing (Pvt.) Ltd., I lead a dynamic team responsible for a wide spectrum of critical functions, from Finance and Supply Chain to Merchandising to Research and Development, Warehousing, Sales and Marketing, and Production. My leadership extends to setting and achieving daily, weekly, and monthly targets for each department, ensuring seamless operations, and fostering a culture of excellence.At the strategic level, I've established a forward-looking vision for the company, aligning it with industry trends and market demands. I take charge of annual budget preparations, laying the financial foundation for our growth. Setting key performance indicators (KPIs) and overseeing capacity building and performance management, I drive the team towards operational efficiency and continuous improvement.Moreover, I place a strong emphasis on communication, promoting transparency and collaboration across all levels of the organization. My expertise in process improvement and business process re-engineering has led to streamlined operations and cost efficiencies. In this role, I'm dedicated to propelling the company to new heights, meeting challenges with innovation, and consistently achieving and exceeding our goals. Show less

Business Consultant | Driving Organizational ExcellenceWith a proven track record in financial analysis, process improvement, financial planning and capacity building, I specialize in optimizing businesses for success. I bring a strategic mindset to every project, leveraging my expertise to enhance financial performance, streamline operations, and foster growth. As a skilled project leader, I deliver results on time and within budget, and my commitment to continuous improvement is… Show more Business Consultant | Driving Organizational ExcellenceWith a proven track record in financial analysis, process improvement, financial planning and capacity building, I specialize in optimizing businesses for success. I bring a strategic mindset to every project, leveraging my expertise to enhance financial performance, streamline operations, and foster growth. As a skilled project leader, I deliver results on time and within budget, and my commitment to continuous improvement is complemented by my proficiency in data analytics, change management, and stakeholder engagement. I'm passionate about driving change and collaborating with organizations to achieve their goals Show less

World Vision Shared Services operates across three centers located in Costa Rica, the Philippines, and Ghana, providing crucial support to nearly 50 World Vision offices worldwide. Our services encompass a wide range of areas, including project management, continuous improvement initiatives, invoice processing, automated payment processing, reconciliations, month-end processes, and data analytics.🔹 Delivered CI and Transition Services:# Led a global team across World Vision… Show more World Vision Shared Services operates across three centers located in Costa Rica, the Philippines, and Ghana, providing crucial support to nearly 50 World Vision offices worldwide. Our services encompass a wide range of areas, including project management, continuous improvement initiatives, invoice processing, automated payment processing, reconciliations, month-end processes, and data analytics.🔹 Delivered CI and Transition Services:# Led a global team across World Vision Shared Services centers in Costa Rica, the Philippines, and Ghana, providing Project Management and CI services to nearly 50 World Vision offices worldwide.# Gathered business requirements from senior and executive leaders to drive strategic initiatives.# Utilized structured project management methodologies such as L6S, Agile/Scrum, and Design Thinking to execute global projects effectively.# Defined and maintained project management standards, tools, and best practices based on organizational standards.# Led complex implementations and process changes, driving innovation and efficiency across the organization.# Served as a subject matter expert for Shared Services CI and Project Management, mentoring and developing talent within the team.🔹 Developed CI and PM Capabilities:# Engaged with industry leaders to share best practices on service migrations, change, and improvement.# Standardized processes and procedures for project management and CI strategy, ensuring alignment with global processes and governance groups.# Collaborated with internal departments to resolve issues, provide solutions, and drive continuous improvement.# Conducted training sessions for stakeholders enhancing organizational capability and efficiency.# Influenced stakeholders across regions to ensure alignment with best practices, and organizational needs. Show less

# Set the strategic direction for process design, policy development, spend management, and global implementation support, aligning financial processes with organizational goals.# Collaborated with World Vision Offices across the globe to identify process improvement opportunities.# Led design, documentation, and validation of future-state processes in the Shared Service Center.# Orchestrated data collection from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to identify service level improvement… Show more # Set the strategic direction for process design, policy development, spend management, and global implementation support, aligning financial processes with organizational goals.# Collaborated with World Vision Offices across the globe to identify process improvement opportunities.# Led design, documentation, and validation of future-state processes in the Shared Service Center.# Orchestrated data collection from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to identify service level improvement opportunities.# Developed and led a Virtual Network of SMEs to foster cross-functional collaboration.# Advised on the prioritization of improvement initiatives.# Validated policies and recommended improvements.# Ensured adoption of industry-leading approaches.# Supported improvements across People, Process, and Technology Improvements.# Ensured data integrity through validation of processes, review of segregation of duties, and suggesting improvements to existing policies and procedures.# Led smooth transition of transactional tasks of World Vision offices to Shared Services.# Supported global initiatives.# Developed training materials and KPIs.# Identified and resolved issues using analytical techniques and adherence to SLAs.# Developed training materials and assisted in training delivery.# Provided support during rollouts and facilitated effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders. Show less

- Held the overall responsibility of day-to-day operational activities in the Finance division including transaction processing, preparing and reviewing financial reports, working capital management, providing management information, liaison with stakeholders such as banks, external/internal auditors, vendors, customers, government institutions and related-party companies in the group.- Played the leading role on behalf of the organization on the implementation of an ERP system for the… Show more - Held the overall responsibility of day-to-day operational activities in the Finance division including transaction processing, preparing and reviewing financial reports, working capital management, providing management information, liaison with stakeholders such as banks, external/internal auditors, vendors, customers, government institutions and related-party companies in the group.- Played the leading role on behalf of the organization on the implementation of an ERP system for the company for the Project Management, Procurement, Finance and HR Management divisions. Studied and assessed the current processes and systems of the company and identified the areas for improvements and simplified the processes mainly in the Procurement, Finance and HR divisions. Supported the management to implement a Corporate Strategy for the organization.- Reviewed, monitored and properly implemented internal control systems to ensure the proper implementation and application and to identify the gaps between existing procedures and required improvements. Show less

- Ensuring Monthly Finance and Management Reports processed with proper consolidation of all Field and Head Office data. Allocation of direct and indirect overhead expenses to relevant cost centers using appropriate cost drivers. Preparation of Financial Reports, review the accuracy and forward to Regional Office for approval. Preparation of Management Reports and Presentations to the Senior Management Team (SMT).- Coordinated Field offices and the Head Office for a smooth functioning of… Show more - Ensuring Monthly Finance and Management Reports processed with proper consolidation of all Field and Head Office data. Allocation of direct and indirect overhead expenses to relevant cost centers using appropriate cost drivers. Preparation of Financial Reports, review the accuracy and forward to Regional Office for approval. Preparation of Management Reports and Presentations to the Senior Management Team (SMT).- Coordinated Field offices and the Head Office for a smooth functioning of financial activities. Monitored the strategy implementation, providing feedback to the Top Management and taking corrective measures. Show less

Responsible for all the Accounting and Financial Management related tasks in the ADP (Area Development Program)