Job Description
POST OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / DGM (FINANCE, PLANNING & MIS)
National Savings Bank is seeking a dynamic and results-driven leader to provide strategic financial leadership and expert guidance to the Bank, driving sound financial management, sustainable performance, and effective stewardship of its financial resources.
THE PERSON
The ideal candidate should;
- Be a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) / Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) / Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
- Possess fifteen (15) years of post-qualification experience in finance and planning, with at least five (5) years served in a senior management position in a financial institution regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
- Be a Sri Lankan Citizen.
A Masters Degree from a university recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka will be an added advantage.
THE JOB
- Lead the development and execution of the bank's financial strategy
- Drive strategic planning, forecasting, stress testing, and scenario analysis
- Lead the process of annual budgeting, long-term planning, and cost control
- Monitor financial performance to ensure financial stability, capital adequacy, and profitability
- Timely and accurate preparation of all internal management reports
- Ensure full compliance with all external financial reporting requirements
- Ensure regulatory reporting is done in accordance with the CBSL regulations, directions, and guidelines
- Oversee implementation of systems, processes, and governance structures that ensure compliance, asset protection, and operational efficiency
- Collaborate closely with Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Compliance to reinforce a culture of strong financial discipline
AGE LIMIT
Above 40 years as at the closing date.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
This is a permanent position, subject to a probationary period of one year.
REMUNERATION
An attractive monthly remuneration package exceeding Rs. 900,000/-
In addition to the monthly remuneration, the package includes:
- A Bank maintained vehicle
- A guaranteed annual bonus equivalent to two months’ gross salary.
- A performance-based bonus.
- A medical assistance scheme covering immediate family members.
- Housing and other staff loans at concessionary interest rates.
- A superannuation scheme with both Provident Fund and ETF benefits.
- A non-contributory pension scheme, with eligibility contingent upon a minimum of 10 years’ service in the Bank
- Reimbursement of professional membership fees
Please forward your complete resume, with names and addresses of two non-related referees, to careers@nsb.lk quoting 'Application for the Post of CFO / DGM (F, P & MIS)' in the subject line of your e-mail to reach us on or before 14th October 2026.
By applying to this post, the applicant consents us collecting and processing personal data for recruitment purposes in line with the Personal Data Protection Act No. 9 of 2022.
Any form of canvassing shall be an immediate disqualification, and the Bank reserves the right to call only the short-listed candidates.
The post is open for both internal and external candidates.
The Bank reserves the right to postpone or cancel the recruitment.
General Manager / CEO
National Savings Bank
Head Office
Colombo 3.