Consultant – ChildFund International

Consultant – ChildFund International

Job Overview

ChildFund International is inviting proposals from qualified and experienced audit firms for the position of Consultant – Statutory Audit Fiscal Year 2026 for the ChildFund Sri Lanka Country Office. This consultancy opportunity is ideal for professional audit firms with proven expertise in conducting external audits for international NGOs and non-profit organizations.

The selected external auditor will be responsible for conducting the statutory audit for the fiscal year 2026, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, donor requirements, financial regulations, and organizational policies.

Position Details

• Position: Consultant – Statutory Audit Fiscal Year 2026
• Organization: ChildFund International – Sri Lanka Country Office
• Industry: International NGO / Audit & Compliance
• Job Type: Consultancy / External Audit Contract
• Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Audit Period Covered: July 2025 – June 2026
• Proposal Submission Deadline: 05th June 2026

Company Overview

ChildFund International is a non-sectarian, non-profit, and non-political international NGO established in 1938. The organization works to improve the lives of deprived and vulnerable children, families, and communities across more than 60 countries worldwide.

ChildFund Sri Lanka has been operating since 1985 and collaborates with local partners to support community-based child development and sponsorship programs throughout the country. The organization focuses on creating positive and sustainable change through education, protection, and community empowerment initiatives.

The ChildFund Sri Lanka Country Office is registered under the Voluntary Social Service Organizations Act and is headquartered in Nawala, Colombo.

Qualifications & Experience

Interested audit firms should meet the following qualifications and requirements:

• Proven track record in conducting external audits for international NGOs.
• Preferably affiliated with international audit firms or networks with offices in Colombo.
• Membership or accreditation with recognized professional accounting bodies such as:
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association of International Accountants (AIA)
  • Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
  • Other internationally recognized accounting and auditing bodies
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in:
  • External auditing
  • Accounting and financial reporting
  • NGO financial audits
• Strong understanding of:
  • International accounting standards
  • Sri Lankan accounting regulations
  • Donor compliance requirements
  • NGO statutory reporting obligations

Key Responsibilities

The selected consultant/audit firm will be responsible for:

• Conducting the annual statutory audit of ChildFund Sri Lanka.
• Reviewing financial statements and providing an independent professional audit opinion.
• Assessing internal financial controls and safeguarding mechanisms.
• Verifying compliance with:
  • Donor agreements
  • Organizational policies
  • Applicable laws and regulations
  • Accounting standards
• Reviewing administrative controls related to program and sponsor services.
• Examining:
  • Financial records and supporting documents
  • Fund utilization and disbursement records
  • Grant-related financial statements
  • Reports submitted to government departments and donor agencies
• Preparing:
  • Audit report
  • Management letter
  • Audit checklist
• Reporting significant findings, fraud risks, compliance issues, or weaknesses identified during the audit process.

Required Skills

• Strong auditing and analytical skills.
• Excellent understanding of NGO financial systems and donor-funded projects.
• Knowledge of Sri Lankan statutory audit requirements.
• High level of professional integrity and independence.
• Strong reporting and documentation capabilities.
• Ability to identify financial risks and compliance gaps.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Consultancy-based professional engagement.
• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized international NGO.
• Exposure to international donor-funded financial systems and audit standards.
• Professional collaboration with experienced finance and management teams.

How to Apply

Interested audit firms should submit their proposals, including financial figures, via email on or before 05th June 2026.

Email Addresses

• MSamaranayake@ChildFund.org
• srilankaprocurement@childfund.org

Application Subject Line

Applicants should mention:

“STATUTORY AUDIT FISCAL YEAR 2026”

in the email subject line when submitting proposals.

Important Notes

• The audit period covers July 2025 to June 2026.
• Draft audited financial statements, management letter, and audit checklist should be submitted on or before 15th October 2026.
• The external auditor is expected to maintain full independence, integrity, and objectivity throughout the audit process.
• ChildFund reserves the right to realign audit implementation timelines based on mutual understanding with the selected auditor.
• Only qualified and shortlisted audit firms may be contacted for further discussions or selection procedures.