Dr. Sandya Kumari won the award for Best Researcher of the Year in "Accountancy & Finance"
at the Asia Research Awards. J. Sandya Kumari is a Senior Lecturer and researcher in the
Department of Accountancy and Finance, Faculty of Management Studies, Rajarata University
of Sri Lanka, where she has worked for almost 12 years. Her academic interests include
Auditing, Taxation, Corporate Finance, Financial Accounting, Research Methodology, and
Capital Market. She is passionate in teaching both undergraduate and post-graduate students.
Dr. Sandya is a distinguished scholar with a stellar academic journey. She earned a First Class
with a Gold Medal for her B.Sc. in Accountancy & Finance (Special) degree, Hailing from
Rajarata University, Sri Lanka, she furthered her education by obtaining the Mater of Business
Administration. In 2019, Dr. Sandya achieved her doctoral degree from the University of
Colombo, solidifying her expertise in her field. Her academic achievements reflect a relentless
pursuit of excellence and a commitment to advancing knowledge in Accountancy and Finance.
Her extensive work includes authoring and co-authoring more than 50 national and international
publications across diverse domains, including auditing and assurance, accounting education,
behavioral finance and financial reporting. Her articles have seen publication in international
journals, including Journal of Asia Business Studies, Journal of Financial Reporting and
Accounting, Asian Journal of Accounting Research, International Journal of Accounting and
Business Finance, and International Journal of Accountancy. She has also presented her research
articles at prestigious national and international conferences.
As the Chief Editor of the Journal of Management Matter at Rajarata University in Sri Lanka,
she holds a pivotal role in shaping academic discourse. Actively engaged in the scholarly
community, she serves on the editorial boards of various academic journals, contributing her
expertise to national and international publications. Her notable achievements extend to the
publication of the acclaimed book, "Financial Securities and Capital Markets." In addition to her
editorial roles, she co-chaired the International Research Symposium of Management in 2022
and assumed the prestigious position of Editor-in-Chief for the International Research
Symposium of Management in 2023. Her multifaceted contributions underscore her commitment
to advancing knowledge and fostering academic dialogue.
Dr. Sandya is a sought-after resource person, and he has graced more than 30 workshops,
seminars, webinars, and conferences on accounting and finance as a Panelist, and Moderator. Her
commitment to research excellence has garnered her prestigious national and international
awards from institutions of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and Rajarata
University of Sri Lanka. In addition, she was awarded as the top 20 researchers in the university
in 2022.
Dr. Sandya is a dedicated and accomplished academic professional with a passion for fostering
the next generation of researchers. Currently serving as a supervisor for postgraduate and
undergraduate research students, Dr. Sandya has played a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring
numerous scholars in their academic pursuits. Throughout 12 years, Dr. has successfully
supervised the research work of approximately 50 students, both at the postgraduate and
undergraduate levels. Under Dr. Sandya's guidance, these students have conducted
groundbreaking research, contributing to the advancement of accountancy & finance.