Job Overview
GlobalSync Solutions is hiring a Head of Risk & Internal Audit for a reputed global manufacturing company with operations in Sri Lanka. The role leads the organization’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Internal Audit functions, ensuring strong governance, controls, compliance and risk oversight.
Position Details
- Position: Head of Risk & Internal Audit
- Company: GlobalSync Solutions (recruiting for a reputed global manufacturing company)
- Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Closing Date: 6 November 2026
Organization Overview
GlobalSync Solutions is a recruitment and advisory firm in Sri Lanka. This vacancy is with a reputed global manufacturing company with operations in Sri Lanka.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Risk Management or a related discipline
- Professional qualification such as CA / ACCA / CIMA / CIA is highly preferred
- Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Governance, Compliance or Assurance
- At least 4–5 years of experience in a Manager / Senior Manager capacity within Risk, Internal Audit, Governance, Compliance or a related function
- Previous experience within the automotive, manufacturing, distribution or large-scale corporate sector will be highly advantageous
- Experience working within a multinational or professionally structured organization will be preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the organization’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Internal Audit functions, ensuring strong governance, controls, compliance and risk oversight
- Develop and execute a risk-based annual audit plan aligned with strategic and operational priorities
- Establish and continuously strengthen the enterprise risk framework, risk registers, risk appetite, mitigation plans and monitoring mechanisms
- Conduct and oversee financial, operational, compliance, process and systems audits across business functions
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, policies, procedures and risk-management practices
- Identify key financial, operational, commercial, regulatory, technology, fraud and business-continuity risks and recommend appropriate mitigation actions
- Present significant audit findings, risk exposures, control gaps and recommendations to the Board, Audit Committee and Senior Management
- Monitor implementation of agreed audit recommendations and corrective actions, ensuring timely closure of identified gaps
- Lead fraud-risk assessments, investigations, compliance reviews and special audits where required
- Partner with business functions to strengthen risk awareness, control ownership, accountability and governance standards
- Coordinate with external auditors, regulators and other assurance providers to support effective governance and compliance
- Lead and develop the Risk & Internal Audit team while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the audit function
Required Skills
- Strong experience in Enterprise Risk Management, risk-based auditing, internal controls, governance, compliance and audit planning
- Proven exposure to financial, operational, process, systems and compliance audits within a complex business environment
- Strong understanding of risk frameworks, fraud risk, business continuity, regulatory compliance and corporate governance
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: LKR 80,000 – 100,000 (open to negotiate)
- Performance-based benefits
- Other corporate benefits
How to Apply
Send your application to navodyak@globalsyncsolutions.com before 6 November 2026, and please indicate your expected salary when applying.
Important Notes
- Indicate your expected salary when applying
- Applications close on 6 November 2026