Ishani Samarasekera
About Ishani Samarasekera
Ishani Samarasekera is the Finance Director for General Mills in Australia and New Zealand, with over 15 years of experience in finance roles across multiple industries and countries.
Current Position: Finance Director at General Mills
Ishani Samarasekera currently holds the position of Finance Director for Australia and New Zealand at General Mills. She works out of Mount Waverley in Victoria, Australia. Serving in this role since December 2011, Ishani oversees financial activities and strategy, focusing on driving growth and profitability within the region.
Previous Experience as Management Accountant at Officeworks
Before her tenure at General Mills, Ishani worked as a Management Accountant at Officeworks. Based in Bentleigh East, Victoria, she held this position for one year from 2010 to 2011. In this role, Ishani was responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, and financial strategy to support the company's business objectives.
Former Role at MAS Holdings
Ishani’s career also includes a significant tenure at MAS Holdings, where she served as Group Management Accountant from 2003 to 2009. During her six years in Sri Lanka with MAS Holdings, Ishani managed corporate financial responsibilities that covered budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for the group.
Educational Background in Finance and Financial Management
Ishani Samarasekera pursued her education at CIMA, where she studied Finance and Financial Management. She achieved her ACMA certification from 2002 to 2005. Her educational background has been fundamental in her progressing career in various finance-related roles across multiple industries.
Professional Experience Across Multiple Industries
Ishani brings over 15 years of progressive experience in finance roles across diverse industries including FMCG, Retail, and Manufacturing. Her global experience spans three countries: Australia, Switzerland, and Sri Lanka. This broad exposure has equipped her with a robust understanding of diverse financial landscapes.