Karani Kanagaratnam

I am a passionate and dedicated individual with a strong background in management, accounting, and teaching. I hold certifications as an Early Childhood Educator Assistant, Responsible Adult, and in First Aid & CPR-B. I am eager to leverage my skills and knowledge to support the development and well-being of young children as an Early Childhood Educator Assistant.

I am committed to creating an inclusive, engaging, and nurturing learning environment that fosters children’s social, emotional, and intellectual growth.

Preschool Assistant Teacher - Kids and Company - Richmond Location

(2026-04)

• Assisted lead teachers with planning and implementing age-appropriate educational activities and daily classroom routines based on children’s developmental needs.
• Supervised children during indoor and outdoor activities, maintaining a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Promoted children’s social-emotional development by encouraging sharing, cooperation, communication, respect, and positive peer interactions.
• Communicated with parents regarding children’s daily activities, progress, and concerns, supporting positive home-school relationships.
• Maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom by preparing, organizing, and safely storing learning materials and resources.
• Assisted with meal preparation and feeding while following hygiene practices, dietary requirements, and individual needs.
• Supervised nap and rest periods, creating a calm and comfortable environment conducive to relaxation.
• Led and supported age-appropriate games, crafts, and learning activities designed to develop children’s cognitive, language, social, and motor skills.
• Assisted teachers in observing and documenting children’s development and provided relevant input for progress reports and parent-teacher discussions.
• Assisted children with personal hygiene and self-care routines, including handwashing, toileting, dressing, and developing independence.
• Observed and promptly reported signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior to lead teachers and parents in accordance with classroom procedures.

Accounts Receivable Specialist - Ritchie Bros Auctioneers - Burnaby, Canada

(2024-11 - 2026-02)

• Managed AR aging reports (US & Canada) with 100% accuracy and supported AR Canada banking operations.
• Processed 50+ AR non-auction invoices daily with 0% error and investigated high-volume debtor payments.
• Prepared tax schedules for non-auction invoices monthly using VLOOKUP, reducing processing time.

Accountant - Department of Animal production & Health, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka - Eastern Province, Sri Lanka

(2013-08 - 2023-05)

• Accounts Receivable: Maintained precise daily recording and monitoring of accounts receivable, ensuring accurate and timely transaction processing. Contributed to a seamless accounts receivable process
• Accounts Payable: Optimized accounts payable, realizing a 15%-20% efficiency gain with an alert system, fostering a smooth financial workflow, and driving increased sales revenue for the Livestock farm
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Strategic planner implementing ABC costing for a 10% budget reduction, and collaborating with internal departments to minimize budget variances.
• Reporting: Maximized financial reporting efficiency using CIGAS software (Similar to QuickBooks, and Yardi), consistently achieving 100% on-time delivery. Enhanced accuracy in reporting cycles through advanced MS Excel proficiency and effective teamwork.

Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA) - Canada International Royal Arts College (2026)

Master of Business Administration - University Canada West (2023-07 - 2024-09)

Bachelor of Business Administration - Eastern University of Sir Lanka (2011)