LIHINI PEIRIS
Lawrenceville
Summary
Dedicated claim Investigator with nearly two years of experience in the workers compensation unit, specializing in claim evaluation, treatments authorization and medical case managememt and procesing IMEs. Strong analytical skills and commitmnet to through, timely investigations. A collaborative team player committed to high quality service and efficient claim resolutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Claim Investigator-workers Compensation(Contract)
Division Of Risk Management, New Jersey Department of the Treasury
06.2024 - Current
- Determines compensability of workers' compensation claims through detailed investigations.
- Oversees medical case management and coordinate with respective providers to maintain appropriate medical treatments.
- Processing Temporary compensation payments.
- Ordering Independent medical examinations.
- Ensuring clear and timely communication with PAs and DAGs and respective HR and employees of the agencies and address inquiries or concerns throughout the process.
Full-Time Graduate Student
Southern New Hampshire University
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Pursued an advanced degree full-time while working as a contributing team member on complex academic projects. Contributed valuable research, analysis, insights, and innovation to team-based project work.
- Balanced school with extracurricular activities. Fostered social connections for personal and professional growth.
- Mastered in utilizing financial research tools and platforms such as Moody’s Analytics, FRED, Morningstar Direct etc.
- Mastered in Stock Research, Valuation methods, financial modeling, and analyzing industry trends.
- Prepared financial reports, and presentations using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
Remote Financial Analyst
Digital Collab
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Preparation of monthly financial reports
- Conducted financial analysis on monthly profits, sales, and costs
- Prepare and send invoices to clients, and follow up on outstanding payments, and process other AR & AP activities
- Reconcile bank statements and resolve any discrepancies
Remote Bookkeeper & Financial Controller
Cake & Crumbles
03.2012 - 10.2018
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve profitability
- Monitor receivables and payables to optimize working capital
- Maintain positive working relationships with the vendors, and existing and new customers, and address inquiries related to payments
Accounts Assistant (Volunteer)
Saps Accounting & Consulting LLC
02.2015 - 09.2015
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for clients.
- Record financial transactions in QuickBooks
- Assist in preparing tax returns for individuals or businesses
Part-Time Cashier & Bookkeeper
Cake & Crumbles
02.2010 - 12.2011
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, and credit card, and Preparation of financial statements
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information, and order placement.
- Handling business bank account
Financial Analyst
Haycarb PLC
01.2011 - 11.2011
- Developed monthly financial reporting and budgeting
- Monitor, analyzed, and presented financial updates to the Board of Directors at quarterly and annual meetings
- Worked as a team member in preparing the annual report
- Project Appraisal & Evaluation
- Researched stocks for potential investment offerings. Evaluated growth potential, product differentiation, price valuation, and dividend yield.
AP/AR Trainee: Shared Services
Aitken Spence PLC
09.2009 - 01.2011
- AP and AR: Invoice and payments processing of hotel sector companies under Aitken Spence Plc
- Verifying payments are properly authorized and within budget.
- Payment processing via checks and electronic transfers.
- Vendor communication regarding invoice inquiries & payment related matters
- Effective management of outstanding and minimizing bad debts
- Kept accounts receivable tracking database current with relevant client information, collection and billing progress, and program changes.
Intern
Spence Shipping (Pvt.) Ltd
03.2009 - 09.2009
- Completed research, compiled data, revised spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Worked with colleagues, delivering stellar customer service and a pleasant work environment.
- Partnered with experienced team members to learn job tasks and roles.
- Effectively interacted with customers by phone, email, and in person to provide information.
- Import and Export Documentation and Bills of Lading
- Worked across departments of Marketing, Finance, Sales, and Customer Services
Education
MBA - Finance
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH07.2023
BBA - Finance
University of Colombo
Sri Lanka05.2011
Skills
- Evidence gathering and analysis , attention to details and decision making based on findings
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Effective stakeholder communication and customer service skills
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
- Time management and prioritization
- Expertise in financial reporting, cost and budget management
- Technical strengths using SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Tableau, Power BI, Advanced Excel, MS Office
Certification
CIMA Certification (Passed Finalist) Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, United Kingdom January 2009
Languages
Sinhala
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Claim Investigator-workers Compensation(Contract)
Division Of Risk Management, New Jersey Department of the Treasury
06.2024 - Current
Full-Time Graduate Student
Southern New Hampshire University
05.2021 - 07.2023
Remote Financial Analyst
Digital Collab
10.2020 - 05.2021
Accounts Assistant (Volunteer)
Saps Accounting & Consulting LLC
02.2015 - 09.2015
Remote Bookkeeper & Financial Controller
Cake & Crumbles
03.2012 - 10.2018
Financial Analyst
Haycarb PLC
01.2011 - 11.2011
Part-Time Cashier & Bookkeeper
Cake & Crumbles
02.2010 - 12.2011
AP/AR Trainee: Shared Services
Aitken Spence PLC
09.2009 - 01.2011
Intern
Spence Shipping (Pvt.) Ltd
03.2009 - 09.2009
MBA - Finance
Southern New Hampshire University
BBA - Finance
University of Colombo
Certifications
- CIMA Certification (Passed Finalist) Charted Institute of Management Accountants, United Kingdom January 2009
- Robotic Process Automation Strategy for Business Leaders, Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (2022)