Internal Auditor

Accounting / Auditing / Finance

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Job Description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

INTERNAL AUDITOR

Opera Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, one of Sri Lanka's leading export companies and a subsidiary of Opera Ingredient Global, , is looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Internal Auditor to join our Corporate Finance Team based in Kandy to strengthen our Internal Audit function.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a diversified export business with exposure to finance, manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and international operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan and execute risk-based internal audits across finance, procurement, manufacturing, inventory, exports, and other business functions.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management practices.
  • Identify control weaknesses and recommend practical improvements to enhance operational efficiency and safeguard company assets.
  • Conduct compliance reviews to ensure adherence to company policies, statutory requirements, and regulatory obligations.
  • Review financial and operational processes to detect fraud risks, errors, and process inefficiencies.
  • Prepare comprehensive audit reports and present findings with actionable recommendations to management.
  • Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions.
  • Assist in developing the annual internal audit plan and support special investigations when required.
  • Work closely with external auditors and management to strengthen the overall control environment.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

  • Fully or Partly Qualified in CA Sri Lanka, CIMA, ACCA, or CMA.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in Internal Audit or External Audit within a reputed audit firm or corporate organization.
  • Prior experience in the manufacturing or export sector will be added advantage.
  • Sound knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk management, auditing standards, and corporate governance.
  • Good understanding of IFRS, financial reporting, and Sri Lankan taxation and statutory compliance.
  • Strong analytical, report writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Willingness to travel to factory locations when required.

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Corporate Office – Kandy, Sri Lanka (Travel to factory locations across Sri Lanka will be required.)

Email your CV with two non-related referees, mentioning "Internal Auditor" as the subject line.

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