With a career that seamlessly blends technical excellence, entrepreneurial courage, and a deep understanding of financial ecosystems, Olu Jayasooriya stands as one of the most inspiring and influential business leaders of her generation. Based in Brisbane, Australia, and rooted in the values of discipline, resilience, and strategic foresight, Olu has built a reputation not just for leading change, but for architecting it.

As the Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of BRISCA Outsourcing Services, Olu has redefined how finance functions operate across borders. Her mission is simple yet profound, empower CFOs to focus on strategy and leadership while her company handles the complexities of transactional finance. BRISCA’s model is grounded in a deep appreciation for the CFO’s responsibilities, honed by Olu’s own experience in the role. With a leadership team composed entirely of former CFOs, BRISCA doesn’t just offer outsourcing, it offers a strategic extension of the finance function, allowing Australian businesses to optimize performance, streamline operations, and scale sustainably.

Before BRISCA, Olu held top-tier financial roles across Sri Lanka’s corporate landscape, including CFO and Group CFO positions, and led critical finance operations in sectors ranging from capital markets to manufacturing. Whether implementing SAP systems, navigating regulatory frameworks, or leading crisis-time restructuring proposals, she brought unmatched clarity, control, and creativity to the table.

She is also no stranger to public service and education. Her tenure as a guest lecturer at NIBM reflects her commitment to sharing knowledge, mentoring the next generation of finance professionals, and contributing to a wider culture of corporate responsibility and financial literacy.

Olu’s accomplishments have not gone unnoticed. She has been celebrated and honoured with some of Sri Lanka’s most prestigious business accolades.

• CA Sri Lanka Entrepreneur of the Year 2024
• Most Outstanding Export Oriented Women Entrepreneur 2023 – Services (Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Sri Lanka)
• Gold Award – Medium-Sized Business Category – 2023 (Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Sri Lanka)
• Merit Award – Service Sector – Large Category – Western Province – 2023 (National Enterprise Development Authority & National Chamber of Commerce, Sri Lanka)
• Western Province Winner – Women Entrepreneur – Vanithabhimani – 2023 (National Development Bank)

These awards reflect not only her individual brilliance but her ability to build scalable systems, lead with empathy, and foster inclusive growth in the financial services industry.

Today, Olu continues to break new ground, forging connections between Sri Lankan talent and international markets. Her story is one of bridging geographies, transforming traditional finance into agile, cloud-enabled ecosystems, and uplifting both companies and careers. Through BRISCA, she has not only created value for clients, but also opportunities for professionals across the region.

In a world where finance leaders are constantly called to do more with less, Olu Jayasooriya offers a new blueprint, one that combines precision with purpose, and ambition with authenticity.