Director /Associate Director – Internal Audit

Internal Audit Director / Associate Director | Deloitte Sri Lanka

Deloitte Sri Lanka is seeking a visionary Internal Audit Director / Associate Director to provide strategic leadership to our Internal Audit function. This is a high-impact, C-suite adjacent role designed for an expert who can navigate complex regulatory landscapes across diverse industries. You will be responsible for shaping the future of our audit methodologies, driving digital innovation in risk assessment, and acting as a trusted advisor to Executive Management and Boards of Directors.

The Role: Strategic Leadership & Governance Mastery

As a Director/Associate Director, you will move beyond traditional oversight to provide high-level advisory and transformational leadership.

• Strategic Oversight: Lead and scale the Internal Audit, Compliance, Governance, Forensic, and Advisory service lines, ensuring world-class quality and alignment with global Deloitte standards.

• C-Suite Advisory: Plan and review complex audits, delivering high-level strategic insights and value-adding recommendations directly to Boards and Audit Committees.

• Risk Transformation: Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments and design robust internal control frameworks to strengthen corporate governance and organizational resilience.

• Digital Innovation: Drive the integration of Audit Technology and Data Analytics to enhance audit coverage, predictive risk insights, and operational efficiency.

• Regulatory Navigation: Ensure strict compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks, including CBSL, SEC, and IRCSL guidelines.

• Relationship Stewardship: Build and manage long-term, high-value relationships with senior client stakeholders, positioning Deloitte as a strategic partner in risk management.

• Team Mentorship: Lead and inspire high-performing multi-disciplinary teams, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and professional excellence.

Your Profile

We are looking for a “Big 4” seasoned leader with a proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders and managing large-scale, complex audit portfolios.

• Credentials: * Chartered Accountant (CA) and/or an MBA in Finance/IT.

  • Professional membership in CIMA or ACCA is required.

  • Added Advantage: CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) certifications.

• Experience: * 12+ years of extensive experience in Internal/External Audits, IT Audits, and regulatory compliance.

  • Significant experience within a Big 4 firm or a leading global consulting environment is essential.

• Technical Mastery: * Proficiency in leading Forensic Audits, Concurrent Audits, and Advisory engagements.

  • Advanced capability in Data Analytics to assess conduct risk and enhance compliance solutions.

• Leadership Competencies: * Visionary strategic thinking with a focus on business expansion and market positioning.

  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills, capable of presenting to Board-level audiences.

• Mobility: Willingness to undertake occasional or frequent travel to client locations as required.

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What We Offer

• Influence: The opportunity to shape the risk landscape for some of Sri Lanka’s and the region’s largest organizations.

• Innovation: Access to Deloitte’s global suite of audit technologies and AI-driven risk tools.

• Prestige: A leadership seat within the world’s leading professional services network.