Overview
Executive – Internal Audit & Compliance Jobs in Colombo District, Western Province, Sri Lanka at Durdans Hospital
Title: Executive – Internal Audit & Compliance
Company: Durdans Hospital
Location: Colombo District, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Job Purpose
To assist in the execution of operational, financial, and process audits across the hospital and labs. The role is responsible for conducting internal audits, surprise spot audits, stock counts, overseeing laboratory audits and process reviews to identify risks, evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, ensure compliance with policies and procedures, and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and safeguard organizational assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute audit assignments in accordance with approved audit plans and audit programs.
- Perform fieldwork, collect evidence, and document audit findings.
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Prepare audit working papers and draft audit reports.
- Follow up on implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
- Participate in investigations and special assignments as directed by management.
- Maintain confidentiality of information obtained during audits.
- Conduct internal audits across hospital departments and support functions.
- Perform spot audits and surprise checks to identify control weaknesses and irregularities.
- Coordinate and monitor laboratory audits performed by external audit firms, ensuring timely completion and implementation of corrective actions.
- Participate in annual stock counts and inventory verification exercises.
- Conduct process audits to evaluate efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with established procedures.
- Prepare audit observations, recommendations, and management action plans.
- Monitor the implementation and closure of audit findings and recommendations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, or related field.
- Part qualification in CA Sri Lanka, CIMA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent professional body.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, or a related field.
- Experience in healthcare, retail, or the service industry will be an added advantage.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
