Clarity in taxation.
Confidence in every decision.

Discover the story, principles, experience and professional credentials behind my work.

My Story

The Person Behind the Profession

I'm Tharindu Hettiarachchi, a Corporate & Individual Tax Professional passionate about making Sri Lankan taxation simple, practical, and accessible.

Currently serving in the Group Finance Division of Brown & Company PLC, I work on corporate tax compliance, tax administration, and process improvement across 30+ companies and business divisions. My expertise includes Corporate Income Tax, Individual Income Tax, VAT, WHT, SSCL, Stamp Duty, CGT, and other regulatory tax matters.

Beyond my corporate role, I help businesses and individuals better understand their tax obligations through practical guidance, knowledge sharing, and educational content. My mission is to transform taxation from a complex compliance requirement into a strategic tool that supports better decisions, stronger governance, and sustainable growth.

Vision & Values

The principles behind the work

Clarity First

Complex tax rules translated into practical guidance.

Integrity Always

Advice grounded in compliance, governance and trust.

Knowledge Shared

Expertise creates greater value when it is accessible.

Continuous Improvement

Better systems create stronger outcomes.

Career Journey

Professional experience

APR 2024 — PRESENT · 2 YRS 5 MOS

Junior Executive – Finance

Brown & Company PLC · Full-time

APR 2023 — JUN 2024 · 1 YR 3 MOS

Senior Finance Officer

Brown & Company PLC · Full-time

NOV 2021 — APR 2023 · 1 YR 6 MOS

Finance Officer

Brown & Company PLC · Full-time

JAN 2019 — NOV 2021 · 2 YRS 11 MOS

Senior Business Associate

Sahasra Entrepreneurial Resources Limited · Full-time

AUG 2017 — JAN 2018 · 6 MOS

Customer Service Associate

Sri Lanka Telecom · Full-time

Professional Qualifications

Learning and qualification journey

2025

Chartered Institute of Taxation

Analyst Level II
↻ Currently Pursuing

2024

Online Tax Advisor

Certified Tax Technician (CTT)
✓ Successfully Completed

2023

Chartered Institute of Taxation

Certificate Course in Taxation
✓ Successfully Completed

2019

AAT Sri Lanka

Accounting Technician
✓ Successfully Completed

Testimonials

Endorsements & Recommendations

Professional recommendations from people I have had the privilege of working with.

Licenses & Certifications

Professional credentials

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