Ceylon Cold Stores PLC (CCS), manufacturer of Elephant House Soft Drinks and Ice Creams, is a leading consumer food company in Sri Lanka. CCS is a subsidiary of John Keells Holdings PLC.
The company is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position of Executive – Internal Audit. The position exists to assist the finance function in proactively supporting the operational and finance requirements of the Company. The position will be on a Fixed Term Contract basis and based in Ranala.
Responsibilities
- Execute internal audits to assess the risk and control environments for the company.
- Create audit programs and ad-hoc reviews to test and evaluate key risk areas identified.
- Prepare and communicate timely observations and recommendations on internal controls of the company with stakeholders and management and follow up on the effective implementation of action plans with agreed timelines.
- Manage the trade claims of the company and improve current processes to ensure efficient reimbursement with effective controls.
- Identify and initiate projects for cost savings and process improvement in areas identified through internal audits.
- Support and advise business functions to design controls and develop policies and SOPs when required.
- Ensure internal controls are maintained within all systems used by the company.
Person Specifications
- Part qualified in Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA) or CIMA/ACCA.
- A Degree in Management/Finance/Accounting will be an added advantage.
- 2-3 years of experience in handling internal audit, risk, and control with exposure to the manufacturing and FMCG industries will be a definite advantage.
- Experience in working with accounting systems and familiarity with SAP ERP would be an added advantage.
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Sinhala. Basic proficiency in Tamil would be an advantage in operations.
- Independent/self-motivated individual to work with minimum supervision and a strong team player who can work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- A willingness to travel within the country when needed.
If you are confident that you possess the above requirements, please send your CV, which includes the names of two non-related referees. Click on the advert now to join our team via the Elephant House Careers site.
Ceylon Cold Stores PLC
9 Oct 2024
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