RUSHANTHI WADUNAMBU LEITAN

06 Cape Jasmine Ct, Gaithersburg, MD 20879

Telephone: (Mobile) 301-412-4340
E-mail: rwc4132a@westpost.net
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Accounting, Audit, and Data Analysis professional with expertise, budgeting, res
earch and forecasting as well as general accounting functions. Strong technical
skills support operations management, reconciliation and reporting. Internationa
l experience working in diverse teams in education, commercial and non-profit or
ganizational contexts and knowledge of government auditing standards.

EDUCATION
Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 200
9 GPA: 3.6
Master of Science in Business Management and Accounting, Concentration in Intern
al Auditing
Coursework: Advanced Accounting and Control Systems, Financial Statement Analysi
s, Communications, Negotiations, Internal Auditing I, Internal Auditing II, Info
rmation Security Audit, Forensic Accounting, Leadership and Human Capital, and E
thics.
Awards: University of Maryland Deans List (2008-2009)
Grant Thornton scholarship Recipient (2009)
University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, MD - May 2008 GPA: 3.8
Bachelor of Science: Accounting (Major in Accounting / Minor in Business Adminis
tration)
Coursework: Advanced Accounting, Taxation, Auditing, Business Law, International
Business Law, Business Ethics, Cost Accounting, International Accounting, Accou
nting Information Systems, Business Finance, Marketing, Statistics, Economics, a
nd Government Accounting & Not for-Profit, Issues in Accounting Practice, Accoun
ting Software, Auditing Theory and Practice
Awards: University of Maryland University College Deans List (2006-2008)
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE/TRAINING
CPA Candidate - 2010
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Grant Thornton LLP, Business Advisory Servicers, McLean, VA
Business Advisory Consultant/Auditor (January 2010 to Present)
Provide financial management audit services in accordance with established regu
lations/guidelines generally accepted accounting and auditing principles standar
ds(GAAP) to include the processing of transactions and the corresponding analysi
s, reconciliation and reporting thereof.
Perform financial statement audit services in the area of revenue, fixed assets
, investments, Accounts receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash, Operating expenses,
Debt, and corporate policies and Procedures.
Assist in the planning, execution, and completion of internal audits, business
process control reviews, and other service offerings in a variety of industrie
s.
Assist in the review of operational, financial, and technology processes to pro
vide management with an individual assessment of business risk, internal control
, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process as well as the ris
ks associated with Sarbanes-Oxley as it pertains to internal controls.
Conduct information systems audits, business process control reviews, and activ
ities related Sarbanes Oxley attestations within a team atmosphere while working
on a variety of client engagements.
Evaluate the audit results and develop recommendations to address the deficienc
ies, weaknesses, and areas of concern noted during the performance of the audit.
Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented work papers evidencing the testing
performed and related results.
Participate in planning and exit meetings with the Clients. Effectively communi
cate with the Clients throughout the course of the audit.
Assist on engagements with performing general computer and application controls
reviews and Suitability of Design.
Assist with the preparation of Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with
SAS70.
Use automated tools to help clients assess risk exposure and document internal
controls.
Maintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with cli
ent management and staff at all levels to gather information and to perform BAS
services.
Client Summary:
Performed Advisory services for Fannie Mae, Liquidity Servicers Inc., Razorsigh
t Technologies Inc., Terrestar Networks.
Performed Financial Statement Audit services for International BioResource Grou
p, Delsey Luggage, RWD Technologies, Spehrix Inc. and The Henry M. Jackson Found
ation for the Advancement of Military Medicine.
United Communications Group Headquarters, Accounting Division, Gaithersburg, MD
Staff Accountant (March 2008 to December 2009)
Analyzed accounts utilizing Netsuite in perform GL account maintenance, Reconci
le bank accounts.
Reconciled month end close, record various journal entries, produce monthly all
ocations, support financial reporting system (FRx) in accordance with GAPP rules
.
Examined, verified, reconciled and maintained accounts receivable/payable accou
nts and accounting data in an automated financial system (Netsuite).
Performed calculation of various commissions / royalties, prepare daily cash re
port.
Provided support to the upper management inquiries and research.
Provided training to staff on receivables concepts, methods and procedures and
general office policies and solved financial management problems with verifying
the accuracy and consistency of the billings and collections data.
Assisted in audit requests and implemented audit recommendations.
Performed various month end and quarter end reconciliations to General Ledger a
nd receivables subsidiary ledgers.
University of Maryland University College, Bursars Office, Adelphi, MD
Accountant Clerk III (May 2007 to March 2008)
Dealt with Legacy system and PeopleSoft to analyze journal entries and student
accounts.
Processed cash receipts and credit card payments.
Performed accounting and bookkeeping tasks and other accounting related functio
ns.
Issued 1098T Tax forms and statement of accounts upon requests and run queries
as needed.
Dealt with State Central Collection Unit, AMS Payment Plan and collection of st
udent fees.
Performed debt management oversight in accordance with instructions, federal/st
ate policies, laws, and guidelines.
Prepared a variety of complex financial documents for accounting of transaction
s for assigned area of responsibility.
 Maintained accounts which include the preparation and review of financial docum
ents to verify accounting data and necessary entries.
Responsible for scheduled reconciliation of subsidiary accounts to the respecti
ve Agency control accounts, various types of automated accounting reports, and i
n turn to general ledger periodically.
Supported of disbursements, collections, internal transfers, investments, and o
ther activities assigned to bursars office.
Performed research of current accounts, historical data, source documents, etc.
, to assist in development and explanation of detailed information not otherwise
readily available.
Performed audits on students accounts and collection history to produce various
reports.
University of Maryland University College, Business and Management Department, A
delphi, MD Student Associate (October 2005 to May 2007)
Provided high quality customer service to about 200 adjuncts and collegiate fac
ulty and to all the business majored undergraduate students and assisted in hiri
ng new faculty members.
Managed and analyzed special faculty projects.
Maintained miscellaneous and travel expense accounts for the Business Departmen
t.
Smithsonian Institution, office of Sponsored Projects, Washington, DC (April 200
6 to July 2006)
Accounting Internship
Analyzed policies and procedures on the principle investigators guide to analyz
e the credibility of the project proposals and determine cores and pros based on
those policies.
Researched various areas in auditing related to sponsored project contracts su
ch as compare project proposal costs to the budgeted costs to analyze how alloca
ted budgets for the proposals been used annually.
Ceylinco Management Ltd, Colombo, Sri Lanka (August 2000 to May 2003):
Audit Trainee (August 2000 to July 2001)
Prepared all necessary financial statement and related disclosures and reportab
le conditions letters, with an eye on quality, thoroughness and accuracy.
Examined balance sheets and profit and loss accounts, identifying risks or prob
lems and assessed the companys general reporting systems.
In-Charged engagement teams and prepared end-of-engagement evaluations for staf
f.
Monitored and reported the productivity of staff, and adherence to work plan sc
hedules on each assignment.
Kept abreast of all industry developments and ensuring professional development
through ongoing education.
Addressed client concerns, and escalated problems as they arise.
External Auditor II (August 2001 to May 2003)
Conducted audits of operational locations, corporate project audits (A/P, Payro
ll, Fixed Assets, etc.), and other audits/reviews under the supervision of Senio
r Auditor.
Engaged in company's culture, including the development of professional relatio
nships with audit personnel, management, and company employees.
Prepared and presented reports of findings and recommendations to management, c
onsidering materiality, relevance to audit and documentary evidence.
Assessed and made recommendations/suggestions regarding the efficiency of proce
sses and operations.
Stayed aware of current developments and recommended, where appropriate, adapta
tion to our audit approach based on continuous improvement.
Conducted special projects as needed in a discreet, effective, and efficient ma
nner under sensitive and/or confidential circumstances.
Sheridan Institute of Advanced Technology and Learning, Ontario, Canada
Assistant to the Student Recruitment Officer (May 2003 to May 2004)
STAR Program Team Leader (May 2004 to December 2004)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Technical Skills: Proficient in Voyager Audit Software, PC systems, People Soft,
Netsuite Accounting Software, Peachtree, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Great Pl
anes, Advantage Billing System, SharePoint.
Professional Associations: Alpha Sigma Lambda (ASL) Tau Chapter Honor Society (2
007),
Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) - member