Accounts Officer, Manager

Institution: The Co-operative Wholesale Establishment (CWE) – Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security & Co-operative Development

Application Deadline: November 02, 2026

1. Manager (Operations) – Matara Wholesale Centre

• Number of Vacancies: 01

• Salary Scale: MM 1-1-2025: Rs. [91,690 - 10 x 2,480 - 15 x 3,450 - 168,240] (plus special allowances as per Management Services Circular No. 01/2024).

• Required Qualifications (Any of the following routes):

  • Route A: A Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business Management, Business Administration, or Commerce recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) AND a minimum of one (1) year of post-qualifying experience in the public service, a corporation, statutory board/institution, or a reputed private institution after obtaining the first degree.

  • Route B: Having passed the Intermediate Examination of a recognized professional chartered institute in a relevant subject area AND a minimum of one (1) year of post-qualifying experience in the public service, a corporation, statutory board/institution, or a reputed private institution.

2. Accounts Officer – Matara Wholesale Centre

• Number of Vacancies: 01

• Employment Type: One (1) Year Contract Period

• Salary Scale: JM 1-1-2025: Rs. [72,650 - 10 x 1,360 - 18 x 2,040 - 122,970] (plus special allowances as per Management Services Circular No. 01/2024).

• Required Qualifications:

  • A Degree in Accountancy, Finance Management, Commerce, or Business Administration recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

  • OR Having passed the Intermediate Examination of a recognized professional chartered institute in a relevant subject area.

How to Apply

1. Prepare a self-prepared application detailing your qualifications and experience.

2. Clearly indicate the post title on the top left-hand corner of the mailing envelope.

3. Send your application via Registered Post on or before 02.11.2026 to:

   The Chairman

   The Co-operative Wholesale Establishment

   No. 27, Vauxhall Street

   Colombo 02