The 31st Annual Convocation of AAT Sri Lanka

The Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka (AAT Sri Lanka) held its 31st Annual Convocation on 28th November 2023 at the Main Conference and Concert Hall of the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) on the theme “A journey of success towards professionalism.”

Snr. Prof. Pathmalal M. Manage, Vice Chancellor, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, graced the ceremonial event as the Chief Guest while Mr. Heshana Kuruppu, Vice President of CA Sri Lanka participated as the Guest of Honour.

The convocation was for 809 members who have enrolled in to their respective membership categories in the year 2023. 713 AAT Passed Finalists were awarded with AAT membership marking the highest ever number of AAT Passed Finalists being converted as members (MAAT ) in a single year. Among the total number of 772 MAAT recipients were 59 direct applicants who were also inducted in to AAT membership. AAT member fraternity was also enriched by the enrolment / upgrading of 13 Senior Members (SAT) and 24 Fellow Members (FMAAT) in the year 2023.

AAT Members have completed a comprehensive curriculum to achieve the essential technical knowledge, obtained required professional experience in accounting and finance, and gained leadership and communication skills and competencies to work locally and globally. AAT Members’ contribution is spectacular especially in the SME sector which is fast growing and imperative in today’s volatile business context.

AAT caters to its Members through the CPD – Continuing Professional Development scheme by organizing many seminars, workshops, conferences and other programs which are crucial to make them remain relevant in the industry and continually upgrade themselves.