14/07/2026
🎉 Proud to announce a landmark collaboration!
Austral Group is excited to announce our partnership with the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka — marking the first-ever overseas accounting practice to collaborate with a Sri Lankan government university to launch the Advanced Certificate in Australian Taxation (ACAT) — an industry-specific, practical-based course in Australian taxation.
This partnership reflects Austral Group’s CSR commitment to advancing professional education in Sri Lanka, equipping ACAT participants with practical, career-focused knowledge of Australian taxation and compliance.
The collaboration is built on mutual benefit: Australia faces a growing labour shortage in the accounting and finance sector, while Sri Lanka has a highly capable, knowledgeable workforce that’s currently under-utilised due to a gap in industry-specific expertise. ACAT bridges that gap — connecting skilled Sri Lankan talent with real-world Australian industry practice.
The MOU was formally signed by Dr Vajira Jayasooriya, Director of Austral Accountants, and Senior Prof. Nilanthi De Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, marking the start of a partnership we believe will create lasting value for both nations.
🤝 Australia’s demand. Sri Lanka’s talent. One collaboration.