Our Services

Company Registration

Starting a business in Sri Lanka should be simple. From sole proprietorships to private limited companies, we handle the entire registration process with the Registrar of Companies and other authorities — so you are set up correctly, and fast, from day one.

Our Registration Process

1
Consultation & Structure

We recommend the right entity for your goals and plans.

2
Name Approval

We secure your company name with the Registrar of Companies.

3
Document Preparation

We draft your incorporation forms, MOA and Articles.

4
Submission & Incorporation

We file with the ROC and obtain your certificate of incorporation.

5
Statutory Setup

TIN, statutory registers and any other registrations you need.

6
Handover

We deliver your documents and clear next-step guidance.

Why register with AG SARMA?

  • Every structure: sole proprietorship, partnership, private & public limited
  • Branch, liaison, offshore & group companies
  • Full Registrar of Companies liaison handled for you
  • TIN, VAT & SSCL registrations arranged
  • MOA, Articles & name approval professionally handled
  • Logo & trademark registration available

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to register a company in Sri Lanka?
Once name approval and documents are in order it typically takes only a few working days. We keep the process fast and guided.
What types of business can you register?
Sole proprietorships, partnerships, private and public limited companies, branch and liaison offices, and offshore or group structures.
Do you also handle TIN, VAT and other registrations?
Yes — we arrange TIN, VAT and SSCL registration alongside your incorporation so you are ready to operate.

Tax Filing & Advisory

Since 1971 we have helped individuals and corporates across Sri Lanka plan, compute and file their taxes with confidence — turning complex obligations into clear, compliant outcomes. From corporate and personal income tax to PAYE, WHT, VAT and SSCL, we keep you compliant while legally minimising your tax burden, and we represent you in IRD appeals and settlements.

Our Tax Process

1
Initial Consultation

We understand your business, income sources and objectives.

2
Document Collection

We gather the records, statements and details we need.

3
Computation & Planning

We calculate your liability and identify legal tax savings.

4
Review & Confirmation

We walk you through the figures before anything is filed.

5
e-Filing at IRD

We register and file your returns on the IRD portal.

6
Acknowledgement & Support

We hand over confirmations and stay on call for queries and appeals.

Why choose AG SARMA for tax?

  • 50+ years handling corporate & personal tax
  • Forward tax planning that legally reduces your liability
  • Full coverage: Income Tax, PAYE, WHT, VAT, SSCL & more
  • IRD correspondence, appeals & settlements handled end-to-end
  • Strong record of clients meeting deadlines & early-payment discounts
  • Strict confidentiality of your financial information

Frequently Asked Questions

We received a letter from the IRD. What should we do?
Respond promptly — IRD queries carry strict deadlines. Send us the letter and we will advise the documents needed and handle the response on your behalf.
Can you handle complete tax work for our company?
Yes. We provide full corporate tax planning, computation, filing and advisory, and already manage complete tax work for many clients in Sri Lanka and abroad.
Do you handle tax appeals and settlements?
Yes — we manage appeals, objections, clearance certificates and settlements across Corporate Tax, Personal Tax, PAYE, WHT, VAT and other taxes.

Audit & Assurance

We provide independent statutory audits and assurance across a wide range of industries — manufacturing, banking and finance, insurance, travel, hotels, agriculture and trade. Using the latest audit techniques, we give stakeholders confidence in your financial statements and practical recommendations to strengthen your controls.

Our Audit Approach

1
Engagement & Understanding

We understand your business, industry and reporting.

2
Risk Assessment & Planning

We identify key areas and design a tailored audit plan.

3
Internal Control Evaluation

We assess the controls behind your financial reporting.

4
Substantive Testing

We test transactions and balances and gather evidence.

5
Review & Reporting

We issue a clear audit report with our findings.

6
Post-Audit Support

Recommendations and ongoing assistance after sign-off.

Why choose AG SARMA for your audit?

  • Audits led by experienced Chartered Accountants
  • Clients across manufacturing, banking, insurance, hotels & trade
  • Latest audit techniques & methodologies
  • Branches in key cities for responsive service
  • Practical recommendations to strengthen controls
  • Confidentiality and on-time completion

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should our company be audited?
Most companies require an annual statutory audit, though some opt for quarterly reviews depending on regulatory or stakeholder requirements.
Which industries do you audit?
Manufacturing, processing, banking and finance, insurance, travel, agriculture, services, hotels and local & international trade, among others.
What does your audit report include?
An independent opinion on your financial statements plus clear findings and recommendations to improve internal controls and compliance.

Company Secretary

We act as your Company Secretary, keeping you fully compliant with the Companies Act and the Registrar of Companies. We maintain your statutory records, file your annual returns, and handle resolutions and changes — so you never miss a statutory obligation.

How We Keep You Compliant

1
Appointment & Review

We review your statutory records and current standing.

2
Records Setup

We maintain your minute book and statutory registers.

3
Annual Returns

We prepare and file your annual return with the ROC.

4
Changes & Resolutions

Director / shareholder changes, share issues and resolutions.

5
Statutory Advice

Ongoing guidance on compliance and governance.

Why appoint AG SARMA as secretary?

  • Acting company secretary for clients across industries
  • Annual return filing kept on time
  • Minute book & statutory registers maintained
  • Director / shareholder changes & share issues handled
  • MOA, Articles, agreements & resolutions drafted
  • Newspaper & Gazette notices arranged

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a company secretary actually do?
A company secretary keeps your company compliant — maintaining statutory registers, filing annual returns, recording resolutions and advising the board on governance obligations.
Can you take over secretarial work for an existing company?
Yes. We review your current records, bring them up to date, and take over ongoing secretarial duties seamlessly.
Will you remind us of filing deadlines?
Yes — we track your statutory deadlines and handle the filings so nothing is missed.

Accounting Software Implementation & AI Automation

Bring your finance function into the modern era. We help you select, set up and run leading cloud accounting software — including Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage and Tally — and layer in AI-powered automation — automated data entry, bank feeds, reconciliations and reporting — so your numbers stay accurate and always up to date, with far less manual work.

Our Implementation Process

1
Assessment

We understand your current processes and pain points.

2
Software Selection

We recommend the right platform for your business.

3
Setup & Migration

We configure the system and migrate your existing data.

4
Automation & Integration

We connect bank feeds and automate entries, reconciliations and reports.

5
Training

We get your team confident on the new tools.

6
Ongoing Support

Optimisation and support as you grow.

Why choose AG SARMA for this?

  • Chartered Accountants who understand both the software and the standards
  • Setup & migration on Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage & more
  • AI-powered automation of data entry & reconciliations
  • Bank feed & third-party tool integrations
  • Real-time, accurate financial reporting
  • Hands-on team training & ongoing support

Frequently Asked Questions

Which accounting software do you implement?
We work with leading cloud platforms — Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage, Tally and MYOB among them — and recommend the best fit for your size, industry and budget.
Can automation really reduce our bookkeeping workload?
Yes — automating data entry, bank feeds and reconciliations dramatically cuts manual effort and reduces errors.
Do you train our staff on the new system?
Yes, hands-on training and ongoing support are part of every implementation.

Bookkeeping — Local & Foreign (BPO)

We run your day-to-day bookkeeping and finance function as a fully managed service — for businesses in Sri Lanka and overseas. With qualified CA, ACCA and CIMA professionals and modern, technology-enabled processes, we keep your books accurate and on time so you can focus on your core business.

How We Onboard You

1
Needs Assessment

We understand the functions you want to outsource.

2
Transition Plan

We agree scope, timelines and reporting.

3
Onboarding

We set up systems, access and internal controls.

4
Service Delivery

Our trained team handles your bookkeeping and payroll.

5
Reporting & Review

Regular reporting and continuous improvement.

Why outsource to AG SARMA?

  • Local & foreign bookkeeping handled end-to-end
  • Finance & accounting, payroll & procurement outsourcing
  • Qualified CA, ACCA & CIMA professionals
  • Technology-enabled, accurate & on time
  • Serving clients in Sri Lanka and abroad
  • Frees you to focus on your core objectives

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide bookkeeping for overseas companies?
Yes — we serve clients in many countries with remote, fully-managed bookkeeping and finance support.
Can you provide staff on contract to clear arrears?
Yes, a complete independent outsourced accounting team to clear backlogs and handle ongoing work.
What functions can we outsource?
Bookkeeping, finance and accounting, payroll, procurement and related back-office processes — scoped to your needs.

Not sure which service you need?

Talk to a Chartered Accountant who has guided Sri Lankan businesses since 1971.