Accounting Advisor - CAPEX

Location

Sri Lanka - Makola Kelanyia

Apply by

2026-07-03

Workplace

On-site

About Us:

We are Yokohama TWS, a leading global supplier of tires and complete wheels for the agricultural, material handling, construction, motorcycles segments.

We design and manufacture tire and wheel solutions made for the future. With a combination of value, safety and ease, our solutions provide a more productive and sustainable performance our customers demand.

We pair the expertise and power of our global reach with the care and knowledge of local proximity. This brings innovation, technology and sustainability together to answer the specific needs of our customers. All while continuing to reduce our and their impact on the planet.

Our people take ownership to deliver on this promise every day.

We are a global Company with a local reach, operating in more than 50 Countries worldwide with 6.700 employees of 40 different nationalities, 14 state-of-the-art plants and 4 innovation centers. We are part of Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global leader in the tire industry with 860.5 billion yen in revenues (approx. 6 billion euro), over 28,000 people around the globe and with operations in more than 120 countries.

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy taking responsibilities and getting things done in the right way, join us! We are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in a truly dynamic and easy-going environment.

About the opportunity

At Yokohama TWS, we give you the platform to challenge the status quo and drive meaningful change. This is your opportunity to join Yokohama TWS Lanka (Private) Limited at our Kelaniya site as a full-time, permanent Accounting Advisor specialized in Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) and "Raise the Bar" (RtB) strategic initiatives.

In this specialized finance position, you will act as the financial guardian of company investments. You will oversee the complete financial lifecycle of major capital projects and strategic initiatives, ensuring optimal capital allocation, rigorous financial evaluation, and measurable returns that drive the long-term strategic success of our investment portfolio.

Your Role and Impact

As a key member of the Finance & Business Control function, you will bridge the gap between strategic planning and operational execution. Your work will directly translate complex financial data into actionable insights for senior management decision-making.

Your primary tasks and responsibilities will include:

  • Investment Appraisal & Modeling: Conduct comprehensive financial modeling for all CAPEX proposals and be involved in creating detailed business cases to support critical investment decisions.
  • Standardization & Budgeting: Develop and maintain standardized CAPEX evaluation templates and methodologies while preparing annual CAPEX budgets in close collaboration with operational departments.
  • Project Monitoring & Governance: Monitor actual CAPEX spending against approved budgets, track project milestones, and ensure proper capitalization of assets in strict accordance with accounting standards.
  • Strategic Savings Tracking: Calculate monthly RtB project savings using rigorous methodologies, validate savings claims with supporting data, and track cumulative savings achievements against company targets.

Key Skills & Competencies: 

To excel in this highly focused, high-level oversight role, you should possess the following technical and professional capabilities:

  • Analytical & Reporting Excellence: Strong ability to collect, analyze, and present operational and financial data clearly (including variance explanations), with the unique ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance audiences.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal skills to navigate complex stakeholder requirements and effectively coordinate across Production, Engineering, Procurement, and Project divisions, as well as with external suppliers.
  • Technical Proficiency: High proficiency in MS Excel (specifically creating pivot tables, dashboards, and complex formulas). Experience with major ERP/accounting systems (such as M3, SAP, Oracle, or similar) is highly preferred.
  • Execution & Drive: A process-oriented mindset with strong organizational capabilities. You must have a proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and work efficiently under pressure.

Your eligibility

  • To be considered for this permanent position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
  • Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Professional Qualifications: An active professional qualification or progression in CA, CIMA, or ACCA is a distinct advantage.
  • Language Skills: A professional passive understanding of the English language.

What we offer

A competitive remuneration in line with industry standards, coupled with comprehensive personal and family health insurance. Our commitment extends beyond compensation, as we provide clear learning and development pathways to support your personal growth. Moreover, we foster a healthy working environment, ensuring a perfect balance between work and life.

How to apply

If you are a dynamic and proactive professional looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you. Send in your resume along with a cover letter detailing how you can contribute to our team’s success to [[email protected]].

About the application process

Our application process takes pride in transparency and fairness. Besides remote and physical interviews, candidate selection is based on aptitude and psychometric tests.

Yokohama-TWS is an equal-opportunity employer. We rejoice in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsible recruiter

Bihendry Perera

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