Sanka De Alwis
Sanka De Alwis is a distinguished Tax Professional and Lecturer with expertise covering almost all areas of taxation, including tax planning, advisory, structuring, tax strategies, compliance, as well as transfer pricing, international taxation, tax dispute resolution, and due diligence.
He has worked in the tax profession and served within some of the largest conglomerates in Sri Lanka, strengthening his understanding of complex corporate tax environments and diverse industry operations. He has also held senior managerial positions in multinational networks of tax firms, including some of the world’s top global tax firms, giving him broad exposure to international tax practices and sophisticated cross-border issues.
Sanka is actively involved in the profession through training programmes, webinars, and thought leadership, with articles published across respected professional and business platforms. He frequently contributes to national tax discussions through webinars, panel forums, and technical sessions across various institutes and industry bodies.
As an educator, Sanka brings practical insights, real-world experience, and a clear, student-friendly teaching style, helping learners develop a strong and applicable understanding of taxation. He is widely regarded as a respected and influential tax practitioner, and has also produced prize-winning AAT students, demonstrating his commitment to academic excellence and professional growth.