I am a dynamic banking professional with 20 years of experience, specializing in branch operations, clearing, and central processing. I have led teams, implemented core banking solutions, and maintained robust internal controls to ensure smooth operations across a large branch network. I pride myself on being a reliable team player who can work independently when needed and collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals. In addition to my banking career, I actively manage a family-owned event and amusement services business. I handle event planning, logistics coordination, vendor communications, and on-site execution to deliver memorable experiences for corporate events, school carnivals, and community gatherings. I thrive in high-pressure environments, consistently delivering projects on time and within scope while maintaining excellent client service.

T G P Anura Kumara

I am a dynamic banking professional with 20 years of experience, specializing in branch operations, clearing, and central processing. I have led teams, implemented core banking solutions, and maintained robust internal controls to ensure smooth operations across a large branch network. I pride myself on being a reliable team player who can work independently when needed and collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals. In addition to my banking career, I actively manage a family-owned event and amusement services business. I handle event planning, logistics coordination, vendor communications, and on-site execution to deliver memorable experiences for corporate events, school carnivals, and community gatherings. I thrive in high-pressure environments, consistently delivering projects on time and within scope while maintaining excellent client service.

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I am a dynamic banking professional with 20 years of experience, specializing in branch operations, clearing, and central processing. I have led teams, implemented core banking solutions, and maintained robust internal controls to ensure smooth operations across a large branch network. I pride myself on being a reliable team player who can work independently when needed and collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals.

In addition to my banking career, I actively manage a family-owned event and amusement services business. I handle event planning, logistics coordination, vendor communications, and on-site execution to deliver memorable experiences for corporate events, school carnivals, and community gatherings. I thrive in high-pressure environments, consistently delivering projects on time and within scope while maintaining excellent client service.

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Language

English
Advanced
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Deputy Manager – Central Processing Unit at National Development Bank PLC
March 1, 2020 - October 18, 2025
Overseeing the work of 18 members as Unit Head in Central Cheques Clearing; handling Transfer Cheques (in-house transfers for internal bank customers); USD settlement clearing; Local cheques settlement clearing; reconciling suspense accounts and GL accounts; conducting trainings for new and existing staff.
Manager – Shared Services Clearing Unit at National Development Bank PLC
March 1, 2020 - Present
Overseeing Shared Services Clearing Unit; team leader for centralized processing of inward and outward clearing of cheques. Supervising handling of Transfer Cheques; USD settlement clearing according to Central Bank guidelines; Local cheques settlement clearing; ensure internal controls; internal control assessments for the entire clearing process; reconciling suspense accounts and relevant GL accounts; key member in Core Banking System implementations for clearing functions; core team member in introducing flexible working patterns during the pandemic.
Assistant Manager – Central Clearing Unit at National Development Bank PLC
March 1, 2012 - October 18, 2025
Handling inward and outward cheques clearing systems; telegraphic transfers; maintaining a high standard of staff motivation and leadership to ensure a good work environment.
Executive – Central Processing Unit at National Development Bank PLC
September 1, 2009 - October 18, 2025
Supervising and managing the Clearing Department (12 staff); involved in the CITS project; client correspondence; authorizing and checking all vouchers related to operations; supervising month-end reports for operations as required by CBSL and other departments.
Senior Banking Assistant Operations at National Development Bank PLC
March 1, 2007 - October 18, 2025
Branch operations; account opening, standing orders, cheque clearing, GL balancing; promoting bank products; handling inward telegraphic transfers and inward slips; customer canvassing and relationship development.
Banking Assistant Operations at National Development Bank PLC
August 1, 2005 - October 18, 2025
Managing Branch General Ledger; internal transfers / auto transfers; monthly reporting per CBSL guidelines; account opening mandates and related duties.
Accounts Assistant at Cadillac Garments Limited
September 1, 1998 - October 18, 2025
Handling letters of credit payments; payments; stock controlling; bookkeeping; preparing financial accounts.
Accounts Assistant at Life Saving Association of Sri Lanka
January 1, 1993 - October 18, 2025
Handling payments; bookkeeping; monitoring suspense accounts and GL accounts; preparing reports and financial accounts; involvement in procurement of raw materials.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Federation University Australia
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
Certificate in Business Math & Stats at Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
Diploma in Hardware with Networking at Royal Institute
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
GCE A/L at Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1992
GCE O/L at Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1988

Qualifications

Micro Finance MBA
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
Micro Finance MBA from Crisil India
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
Certificate in Business Math & Stats
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
Diploma in Hardware with Networking
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Education, Other