Demonstrator

Institution Overview

The Ocean University of Sri Lanka is a national university established under Act No. 31 of 2014. The institution is entrusted with developing human resources to meet the technical and professional manpower needs of Sri Lanka’s fisheries, marine, and maritime sectors.

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for the position of Bookkeeper on an assignment basis at the university's Head Office.

Position Details

• Position: Bookkeeper

• Nature of Appointment: Assignment Basis

• Duration: 6-Month Period

• Vacancies: 01 Post

• Work Location: Head Office, Ocean University of Sri Lanka, No. 51, Pannananda Mawatha, Mattakkuliya, Colombo 15

• Remuneration: An all-inclusive monthly allowance of Rs. 60,000.00 (totaling Rs. 360,000.00 for the 6-month assignment)

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping records, primary accounting entries, and ledgers.

• Prepare payment vouchers, invoices, and receipts in line with administrative guidelines.

• Assist with routine bank reconciliations and account verifications.

• Support financial document management, record-keeping, and audit preparation.

• Perform related accounting and financial support tasks assigned by department supervisors.

Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational standards:

1. G.C.E. (O/L) Examination:

   • Passed in six (06) subjects in one sitting.

   • Obtained Credit passes (C) in at least four (04) subjects, which must include:

     • Sinhala or Tamil

     • English

     • Mathematics

   AND

2. G.C.E. (A/L) Examination:

   • Passed in three (03) subjects in the Commerce Stream (excluding the Common General Paper).

Selection Method

• Shortlisting of candidates will be carried out at the discretion of the University prior to the final selection process.

How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application form from the official website: www.ocu.ac.lk.

2. Complete the application form and attach an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with relevant certified educational certificates.

3. Mark the top left-hand corner of the envelope clearly with:

   "Post of Bookkeeper (Assignment Basis)"

4. Deliver the envelope by hand or send via Registered Post to:

Senior Assistant Registrar

Human Resource Development

Ocean University of Sri Lanka

No. 51, Pannananda Mawatha,

Mattakkuliya, Colombo 15