CIMA appoints Tharindu Wijewardana as Sri Lanka Country Head

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Tharindu Wijewardana

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), has appointed Tharindu Wijewardana ACMA (UK), CGMA as Country Head for Sri Lanka.

In this role, Tharindu will lead CIMA’s work in Sri Lanka and support the growth of the finance profession across the country. He will focus on building partnerships with employers, universities, regulators, and governments to strengthen the pipeline of future business and finance professionals across the region.

Over the years, Tharindu has worked closely with key stakeholders in Sri Lanka and has played a steady role in promoting the value of management accounting. He is committed to helping individuals build the right skills and helping businesses find the right talent to compete in today’s environment.

He is an Associate Chartered Management Accountant (UK) and holds the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation. Tharindu also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Information Technology.

Asia Pacific Vice President Venkkat Ramanan said: “We are proud to see Tharindu take on this role. His appointment shows our belief in developing and recognising internal talent. It is always encouraging when our own people step up and take on greater responsibility.

“Sri Lanka is an important market for us. As we mark 60 years of our presence in the country, this appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to the future. It is about building on a strong foundation and ensuring we remain relevant and forward-looking for the years ahead.”

Tharindu Wijewardana said: “I am honoured to lead our operations in Sri Lanka as we celebrate 60 years of empowering professionals. This milestone reflects not just our heritage, but our commitment to shaping the future of business and finance leadership. Having witnessed the transformative impact of the CGMA designation, I am committed to expanding access to these opportunities while ensuring our qualifications remain relevant to Sri Lankan businesses.”

“Together with our talented team and vibrant professional community, we will continue elevating standards of excellence and driving meaningful impact across industries. Our collective efforts will strengthen Sri Lanka’s position as a key player in the global finance landscape, shaping the future of business and finance leadership in our nation.”

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