Dilani Dahanayake, FCA (SL),BSc. in Physical Science

International Tax Advisor | Corporate Tax, VAT & Transfer Pricing

I am a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) with over 18 years of experience in taxation and advisory services. I specialize in Sri Lankan corporate taxation, VAT, and international tax matters, including transfer pricing and cross-border transactions.
I support businesses in managing tax compliance, advisory, and tax risk matters while providing practical guidance aligned with business operations. In addition to advisory work, I regularly conduct professional lectures, seminars, and training programs to bridge the gap between tax law and real-world business practice.

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Dilani Dahanayake - Chartered Accountant
18+ Years Experience
FCA (Sri Lanka)
Direct & Indirect Tax
International taxation & transfer pricing

Services

Providing tax advisory, tax compliance, and transfer pricing support with a practical, business-first approach, complemented by training, webinars, and mentoring.

Transfer Pricing (TP) Documentation

Local File, Master File, TP disclosures, benchmarking studies, and OECD/FTA-aligned compliance.

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International & Cross-Border Tax

Advisory on cross-border transactions, treaty applications, withholding tax, and compliance strategy.

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About Me

Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (FCA) with over 18 years of extensive experience in Tax Advisory, Transfer Pricing, Corporate Tax Compliance, International Taxation, Due Diligence, and Auditing across multiple jurisdictions.

Head of Tax – Crevaty UAE
Senior Tax Manager – PwC Sri Lanka (2022–2024)
Senior Tax Manager – Deloitte Sri Lanka (2012–2022)
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Dilani Dahanayake - Tax & Transfer Pricing Specialist

Why Choose Me

Client-focused tax advisory with clarity, compliance, and practical outcomes

Client-First Support

Every engagement is tailored to your business needs, timelines, and regulatory requirements.

Strict Confidentiality

Commercially sensitive data and discussions are handled with the highest level of discretion.

Compliance-Driven

Guidance aligned with applicable regulations and international best practices (including OECD).

Clear Communication

Complex tax concepts explained in plain language—so you can make confident decisions.

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Foundation Courses

Build a strong conceptual foundation in taxation with expert-led guidance

Foundation Course in Sri Lankan Taxation – Conceptual Overview

Understand the Sri Lankan Tax System Before You Dive Deeper

Are you preparing for professional tax exams, beginning a career in accounting, or simply curious about how taxation works in Sri Lanka? Our Foundation Course in Sri Lankan Taxation is designed to provide a clear and practical understanding of tax concepts and structures before you move on to advanced tax studies.

Why This Course?

This course is concept-driven: it focuses on helping participants understand the framework, principles, and concepts of taxation in Sri Lanka. Participants will:

  • Learn how the Sri Lankan tax system is structured
  • Understand the types of taxes, authorities, and legal frameworks
  • Explore concepts behind income tax, VAT, and other taxes
  • Gain confidence in applying theoretical knowledge to professional exams and studies
  • Receive free expert guidance for conceptual questions after the course

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the structure and principles of Sri Lankan taxation
  • Identify and differentiate between major types of taxes
  • Comprehend concepts behind income tax, VAT, and other indirect taxes
  • Build a strong theoretical foundation for future professional studies

Key Benefits

  • Free expert support to clarify tax concepts after the course
  • Concept-focused learning prepares you for professional exams or advanced tax courses
  • Understand how the Sri Lankan tax system works in theory and structure
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Start your journey in taxation with a strong conceptual foundation. Build your knowledge, understand the system, and access expert guidance to support your future professional studies.

Foundation Course in Transfer Pricing – Conceptual Overview

Understand the Principles of Transfer Pricing Before Advanced Studies

This course is designed for students, professionals, and finance practitioners who want to understand the framework, principles, and structures of transfer pricing in a practical business context. It provides a solid conceptual foundation to prepare for advanced TP studies or professional examinations.

Why This Course?

Transfer pricing is a critical area in international taxation. This course helps participants:

  • Understand why and how TP rules exist
  • Learn the arm's length principle and its application
  • Explore OECD guidelines and Sri Lankan TP regulations
  • Understand the conceptual basis of TP documentation and methods
  • Gain access to free expert guidance for clarifying conceptual questions

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the basic principles and purpose of transfer pricing
  • Comprehend the arm's length principle and TP methods
  • Understand the TP documentation and reporting framework
  • Gain awareness of Sri Lankan and international TP regulations
  • Be prepared for advanced TP studies or professional examinations
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Prepare for a career in taxation and international business with a strong understanding of transfer pricing principles and concepts, supported by industry expert guidance.

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