Job Description
Executive – Internal Audit
ABANS FINANCE PLC
Abans Finance PLC is a member of the prestigious Abans Group, a household name in Sri Lanka. With assets over Rs. 20 billion, we are one of the most innovative finance companies in Sri Lanka. The company’s principal lines of business include finance leasing, vehicle loans, mortgage loans, gold loans and acceptance of fixed and savings deposits. The company currently operates across the island and is further backed by over four hundred Abans PLC outlets island-wide. The long-term credit rating of Abans Finance PLC is ‘A- (Ika)/Stable by Fitch rating Lanka Limited which stands as a testament to the successful journey of the company and its strong backing of the parent company. Abans Finance PLC is seeking a dynamic, result-oriented individual to be a part of its winning team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in developing annual audit plans based on risk assessments and organizational priorities.
- Travelling outstation for branch audit assignments, including mandatory gold inspection audits, is an essential requirement.
- Conduct audits of financial, operational and compliance processes.
- Evaluate internal controls and identify gaps, weaknesses, and risk areas.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, statutory requirements and industry regulations.
- Prepare audit reports with findings, recommendations and corrective actions.
- Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on outstanding audit issues.
- Support fraud prevention and detection initiatives.
- Collaborate with management, audit committees and external auditors to strengthen governance.
- Perform data analysis to identify trends, anomalies and operational inefficiencies.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- 1-2 years of experience in Internal Audit or External Audit (Audit Firm), preferably within the Banking or Finance industry.
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Banking & Finance, Information Security, Information Technology, Forensic Accounting or Forensic Auditing.
- Or Full / Part qualification in CA, CIMA, ACCA, CISA, or CIA.
- A Diploma in Credit, Risk Management or SLFRS/IFRS is an added advantage.
- Knowledge of SLFRS/IFRS, CBSL regulations, and CSE guidelines.
- Experience with auditing tools and audit software.
The above positions offer excellent career prospects and opportunities for further progression together with internal & external training. An attractive negotiable remuneration package in keeping with experience and industry norms is on offer.
Please forward your resume to [email protected] or by post to Head of Human Resources, Abans Finance PLC, No 456, R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 03 with contact details of two non-related referees indicating the post applied for in the subject line within 14 days of this advertisement.
