By Jobs Poster 
Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital is seeking a qualified Accountant to join their team. This permanent position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including government allowances and Provident Fund, with a competitive salary scale ranging from Rs. 64,280 to Rs. 149,690.
| Position Details | Summary |
|---|---|
| Position Type | Permanent |
| Organization | Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital |
| Application Deadline | February 3, 2025 |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Location | Thalapathpitiya, Nugegoda |
| Age Limit | Below 50 years |
| Salary Scale | SL 1 Grade III (Rs. 64,280 – 149,690) |
Job Details
The Accountant position involves managing financial operations at one of Sri Lanka’s premier teaching hospitals. The role offers both permanent and secondment options with comprehensive benefits.
Requirements and Qualifications
Any ONE of the following qualifications:
- UGC recognized degree in Commerce/Management/Accountancy
- Intermediate/Licentiate or higher from ICASL
- Parts I & II of CIMA or higher
- 1st professional level or higher from ICAUK
- Parts I & II or higher from ACCA UK
- Sri Lanka Accountants Service qualification
AND
- 3 years experience in similar capacity
Responsibilities
- Financial management
- Budget preparation and control
- Financial reporting
- Statutory compliance
- Treasury management
Application Process
- Submit detailed CV with two non-related referees
- Mark position on envelope top left corner
- Government servants must apply through department head
- Send to Chairman, Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital
- Deadline: February 3, 2025
Contact Information
Chairman
Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital
Thalapathpitiya
Nugegoda
Job Location
The position is based at Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital in Thalapathpitiya, Nugegoda. As a major teaching hospital, it offers a modern working environment with sophisticated financial management systems and procedures.
Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital
Established as Sri Lanka’s first teaching hospital, Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital is a premier healthcare institution providing specialized medical services. The hospital manages substantial budgets, handling both government allocations and private revenue streams. With over 1,000 beds and numerous specialized units, the hospital requires robust financial management to support its extensive healthcare operations.
Position Details
The Accountant role at Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital offers unique exposure to healthcare financial management. Unlike standard accounting positions, this role involves managing complex healthcare budgets, including government funding, insurance claims, and private patient revenues. The position provides opportunities to work with specialized healthcare accounting systems while maintaining public sector financial compliance.
Salary Estimation
The position offers a structured government salary scale with additional benefits:Base salary ranges from Rs. 64,280 to Rs. 149,690 (SL 1 Grade III) with:
- Annual increments
- Government approved allowances
- EPF/ETF benefits
- Healthcare benefits
- Other public sector privileges
Compared to private sector accounting positions (Rs. 70,000 – 100,000 starting), this role offers long-term stability with a clear progression path. The total compensation package, including all allowances and benefits, typically exceeds private sector offerings at similar levels. The position also provides unique advantages of public sector employment combined with exposure to healthcare financial management.