Kailash Weeralingam Cfa
About Kailash Weeralingam Cfa
Kailash Weeralingam is a Lead Analyst in Group FP&A at QBE Insurance, with a strong background in financial planning and analysis. He has held various roles at Oman Insurance Company and Copal Amba, contributing significantly to financial research and compliance initiatives.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Kailash Weeralingam serves as the Lead Analyst in Group Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) at QBE Insurance. He has been in this position since 2022, operating out of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial planning processes, analysis, and reporting, contributing to strategic decision-making within the organization.
Previous Experience at Oman Insurance Company
Before joining QBE Insurance, Kailash Weeralingam held multiple roles at Oman Insurance Company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. He served as Head of FP&A from 2017 to 2021, and prior to that, he was the Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis from 2013 to 2015, and AVP of Financial Planning & Analysis from 2015 to 2017. His tenure at Oman Insurance included significant contributions to the company's financial performance and compliance with international standards.
Experience at Copal Amba
Kailash Weeralingam worked at Copal Amba, a subsidiary of Moody's, as Senior Assistant Vice President from 2011 to 2013. In this role, he focused on financial analysis and research, enhancing his expertise in the financial services sector.
Educational Background
Kailash Weeralingam has a strong educational foundation in finance and accounting. He studied at the University of Colombo, where he earned a Master's degree in Financial Economics from 2011 to 2012. He also completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at Staffordshire University from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, he is an Associate Member of The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, having studied accounting and finance from 2006 to 2013.
Contributions and Achievements
During his career, Kailash Weeralingam has made significant contributions to various organizations. At Oman Insurance Company, he played a key role in implementing IFRS 17, ensuring compliance with international financial reporting standards. He also contributed to identifying and rectifying mismanaged business areas, which resulted in over USD 5 million added to the company's bottom line in his final year. Furthermore, he was instrumental in establishing the fixed income research division at Acquity Knowledge Partners and supported bond advisory services for a European investment bank.