Accounts Assistant (Project Accounting) | Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau | Colombo 05

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About Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau

Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau is an organization under the purview of the Ministry of Irrigation, incorporated for the objective of providing Consultancy & Support Services for local & international clients. The Bureau has been in business for 23 years and during this time has grown to be a reputed organization by successfully completing high-priority Consultancy and Support Services for Government and Non-Government Organizations in Sri Lanka. Its vision is to rank the company among the top ten entities in South Asia by the year 2030.

Position: Accounts Assistant (Project Accounting)

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

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.

Experience

• Minimum of three (03) 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.

Technical Skills

• 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.

How to Apply

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 of Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau at mcb.gov.lk/account-assistant. Only applications submitted through this link will be considered. Applications should be submitted on or before 25th July 2026.

Please note: Only short-listed candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted for an interview. Any form of canvassing will result in disqualification.

Chief Executive Officer
Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau, No. 11, Jawatta Road, Colombo 05.