Head of Internal Audit
Head of Internal Audit
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Job Description
Role Overview
As the Head of Internal Audit at IFS Sri Lanka you will lead the local audit and risk function while supporting global initiatives. This role is key to developing a modern datadriven audit environment that reflects the pace of enterprise and AI innovation. You will manage a team of audit professionals and work crossfunctionally with senior stakeholders across finance IT product and legal functions. The ideal candidate will combine audit expertise with digital fluency strategic thinking and a collaborative leadership style.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and execution of a dynamic riskbased audit plan covering key areas including cybersecurity financial processes fraud prevention and compliance.
Oversee internal audits across enterprise operations ensuring alignment with IFSs risk appetite global standards and regulatory frameworks.
Drive the integration of audit automation and data analytics including continuous auditing anomaly detection and realtime dashboards.
Collaborate with senior leaders to strengthen controls across the lifecycle of Industrial AI solutionsfrom development to deployment.
Deliver clear concise reports to executive leadership and the Audit Committee offering actionable insights on risk and control effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with emerging regulations such as GDPR and evolving standards in AI and cybersecurity.
Lead mentor and grow a highperforming internal audit team with a strong blend of digital technical and business capabilities.
Promote a culture of ethics accountability and integrity across the organization.
Qualifications :
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field. A Masters degree is a plus.
Professional certifications such as CIA CPA CISA or ACCA are highly desirable.
Minimum 10 years of audit experience including at least 5 years in a senior audit leadership role.
Strong expertise in internal controls riskbased auditing and governance practices.
Proven experience implementing or managing audit technologies and datadriven insights.
Track record of influencing organizational change through auditled recommendations.
Exceptional leadership communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience working in a multinational or matrixed environment is an advantage
Additional Information :
Specific Knowledge
Advanced skills in Excel Visio PowerPoint and Word and use of ERP systems
Proficiency in testing IT General Controls
Proficient in understanding financial controls
Skills
English Communication skills (oral & written)
High levels of integrity and ethical standards
Interpersonal skills: Negotiate and agree action plans with stakeholders
Analytical Skills: Attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines
Stay calm in a highpressure work environment
Be selfmotivated and be able to work on their own and as part of a team
Ability to learn new things quickly and hit the ground running
Additional Information
We believe that coming together as a community in person is important for innovation connection and fostering a sense of belonging. Our roles have the right balance of remote and inoffice working to enable flexibility for managing your life along with ensuring a real connection with your colleagues and the broader IFS community.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
