AAT Sri Lanka Conference 2026 to shape future of profession: Precision to power

Flagship two-day event returns to Waters Edge on 8-9 September with four sessions spanning entrepreneurship, governance, AI in finance and leadership.

The Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka (AAT Sri Lanka) will hold its flagship AAT Conference 2026 on 8 and 9 September at the Grand Ballroom of the Waters Edge Hotel, Battaramulla, under the theme “Precision to Power.” 

The conference will convene finance/accounting professionals, business leaders, academics and students to examine how technical precision can be translated into strategic influence in a fast-changing economy.

A fixture on the professional calendar, the conference provides accounting professionals and the wider business community with a platform to engage with the trends reshaping the future of finance. 

The conference will be inaugurated by Capital Maharaja Group Chief Executive Officer Suresh Srinivasan,  who will attend as the Chief Guest. Renowned for his leadership in driving business transformation and innovation, he is expected to share valuable insights on navigating change and creating sustainable growth in today’s dynamic business landscape. The keynote address will be delivered by CA Sri Lanka President Moore Aiyar Joint Managing Partner and Moore Consulting Ltd., Managing Director Tishan Subasinghe, who will offer his perspectives on the evolving role of the accounting profession and its growing strategic influence in business.

This year’s program is organised around four themed sessions, each led by distinguished presenters and panellists, bringing together strategy, governance, technology and leadership.

The opening session, Strategic Entrepreneurship: Create to Dominate, will be presented by Delhi Metropolitan Education Dean - Strategic Initiatives Prof. Poorva Ranjan, who will explore how bold entrepreneurial thinking creates and sustains market leadership. 

The second session, Future of Accounting, Tax and Governance: Govern to Grow, will feature David Pieris Group Finance Director and CA Sri Lanka Past President Heshana Kuruppu, who will discuss the evolving regulatory, tax and governance landscape and its implications for organisations.

The third session, Innovation, AI and Data in Finance: Data to Decisions, will be led by SLASSCOM Chairperson and hSenid Business Solutions PLC CEO/Director Sampath Jayasundara, focusing on how artificial intelligence, digital transformation and analytics are revolutionising financial management and decision-making. 

The conference will conclude with Transformative Leadership: Lead to Inspire, featuring Araliya Group of Companies Chairman Dudley Sirisena as Lead Panellist, sharing insights on resilient and purpose-driven leadership in today’s dynamic business environment.

AAT Sri Lanka President Dr. Chamara Bandara, said: “The accounting profession is undergoing a profound transformation. While technical competence and precision remain essential, today’s professionals are increasingly expected to contribute to business strategy, governance, innovation and sustainable value creation. The AAT Sri Lanka Conference 2026 has been designed to help participants understand and embrace this evolving role. Through the theme ‘Precision to Power,’ we seek to inspire professionals to move beyond traditional boundaries and become influential decision-makers who can navigate complexity and drive positive change in their organisations and communities.”

Conference Committee Chairman Isuru Kalhara, said: “This year’s conference program has been carefully curated to address some of the most significant issues shaping the future of business and finance. The four thematic sessions covering entrepreneurship, governance, artificial intelligence, data-driven decision-making and transformative leadership will provide delegates with practical insights from distinguished experts and thought leaders. We are confident that participants will gain valuable knowledge, meaningful professional connections and fresh perspectives that will empower them to thrive in an increasingly dynamic environment.”

Beyond the technical sessions, the conference is designed to serve as a valuable networking platform, connecting delegates with industry leaders, regulators, academics and peers from across the finance and business community. The program reflects AAT Sri Lanka’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that its members and students remain at the forefront of a profession increasingly shaped by technological advancement, stronger governance expectations and the growing strategic role of finance professionals.

The conference inauguration ceremony will be held on 8 September at 6.00 p.m., while the technical sessions will commence on 9 September from 8.30 a.m. Active members of AAT Sri Lanka will be eligible to earn 15 CPD credits for attending.

An early-bird discount of 10% will apply to registrations made on or before 14 August 2026. For further information, contact AAT Sri Lanka on 074 196 6967 or 011 255 9669, email [email protected], or visit www.aatsl.lk.