ACCA Sri Lanka Member Network Panel gets new Chairman

ACCA Sri Lanka Executive Committee 2024/2026

At the recently concluded Annual General Meeting of ACCA Sri Lanka, Chaaminda Kumarasiri was appointed as Chairman of the Member Network Panel for the term 2024/2026. 

In his new role as Chairman of the Member Network Panel of ACCA Sri Lanka, Kumarasiri is poised to lead initiatives that promote networking, professional development and collaboration among the ACCA members in Sri Lanka. 

His appointment is a testament to his leadership capabilities and his unwavering commitment to advancing the accounting profession in the country. In recognition of his exceptional commitment and dedication to promoting the accountancy profession and its values, Kumarasiri was awarded the ACCA National Advocate of the Year for 2022.
In his acceptance speech Kumarasiri outlined, “In this dynamic environment, our role as accountants is more critical and challenging than ever. We are not just number crunchers; we are trusted advisors, strategic partners and guardians of financial integrity.  In light of these, my vision for ACCA Sri Lanka over the next two years will be aligned with ACCA’s strategic priorities. I will strive to achieve the following goals: embrace technological innovation, strengthen ethical standards and advocate for our profession.”

ACCA Sri Lanka also unveiled its Executive Committee for the term 2024/ 2026, comprising of accomplished professionals from diverse industries. Infomate (Pvt) Ltd CEO Jehan Perinpanayagam serves as Immediate Past President whilst Laugfs Holdings Chief Internal Auditor Prasenna Balachandran was appointed as Vice Chairman. The remainder of the executive committee comprised of KPMG Partner and Head of Banking and Markets Ranjani Joseph, Hemas Holdings PLC Group Chief Financial Officer Moiz Rehmanjee, Ceylon Biscuits Ltd Head of Group Corporate Finance Mahesh Semage, BDO Consulting (Pvt.) Ltd Director Buddhi Pathiraja, Hayleys Aventura (Pvt.) Ltd Finance Director Sashi Jayakody, oDoc (Pvt.) Ltd Chief Executive Officer Lahiru Karunarathna, Hayleys Business Solutions International (Pvt.) Ltd Team Lead BPO Operations Nadishanie Jayalath and SANASA Development Bank PLC Chief Internal Auditor Dhananjaya Dayananda.

With three Gold Learning Partners, MOUs with IIHE, KIU and the Open University of Sri Lanka, collaborations with KPMG Sri Lanka and Acuity Knowledge Partners, fostering industry-academia partnerships and the Sustainability Reporting Awards demonstrating commitment to ethical and responsible financial practices, ACCA has become an industry catalyst for innovation and growth. 

ACCA Sri Lanka aims to lead the evolving accountancy profession by advocating for global inclusivity, upholding integrity and fostering innovation.

Chaaminda Kumarasiri

• As a chartered accountant by profession and a Fellow Member of ACCA Sri Lanka, brings a wealth of expertise to his new role.
• With over 20 years of corporate experience, widely recognised as a leading corporate trainer and senior management consultant in Sri Lanka. 
• Currently serves as Chairman/Principal Consultant of H C P Consulting (Pvt.) Ltd.
• Founder/CEO of The Human Capital Partner. 
• Holds directorial positions in several companies, including a listed bank, showcasing his strong leadership and strategic acumen. 
• Holds a B.Sc. in Accountancy (Special) with First Class Honours from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 
• Completed MBA in Finance at the University of Colombo, further enhancing his academic credentials and expertise in financial domain.