Senior Executive - Internal Audit, Risk and Control

Company: International Distillers Limited

International Distillers Limited is one of Sri Lanka's leading alcoholic beverage manufacturers, offering an extensive portfolio of popular brands. We are seeking a driven and experienced audit professional to join our Internal Audit, Risk and Control division. Reporting to the Deputy General Manager - Internal Audit, Risk & Control, the successful candidate will play a key role in executing the Group's risk-based Internal Audit Plan, facilitating Enterprise Risk Management activities, and providing objective assurance to the Board Audit Committee across all Group companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the approved risk-based Internal Audit Plan across all Group companies.
• Execute operational, financial, governance, information systems and compliance audits in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Conduct audit planning, process walkthroughs, interviews, data analytics, testing and documentation to obtain sufficient and appropriate audit evidence.
• Independently evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control processes.
• Identify control deficiencies, operational inefficiencies, fraud indicators and emerging risks, and recommend practical improvements.
• Prepare clear, evidence-based audit reports with practical recommendations and agreed management action plans, and follow up on implementation.
• Facilitate periodic enterprise risk assessments and assist in maintaining the Group Risk Register.
• Assist in preparing Enterprise Risk Management reports, dashboards and presentations to the Board Audit Committee.
• Evaluate compliance with applicable laws, regulations, Board-approved policies and internal governance requirements.
• Assist in conducting investigations relating to suspected fraud, misconduct, policy violations and control breaches, including matters arising from whistleblower complaints.
• Utilize data analytics, AI and technology to improve audit efficiency, effectiveness and continuous auditing capability.
• Undertake special audits, thematic reviews and post-implementation reviews as assigned by the Audit Committee.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Internal Auditing, Risk Management or a related discipline.
• A professional qualification such as ICASL, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or CIA is preferred.
• Minimum 6 to 8 years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Internal Controls or Governance.
• Prior experience within the manufacturing, FMCG, alcoholic beverages, retail, distribution or a diversified group environment will be a distinct advantage.
• Sound working knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management frameworks, including COSO ERM and/or ISO 31000.
• Prior experience in conducting Information Systems (IS) audits and evaluating IT General Controls (ITGCs) will be a distinct advantage.
• Sound knowledge of the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards, governance frameworks, internal control principles and risk management practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with experience in leveraging data analytics and audit technologies considered an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, report writing, communication and stakeholder management skills.