Senior Executive - Governance, Risk & Compliance
John Keells CG Auto Private Ltd (JKCG) is a John Keells Group company, Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange. With an operating history of over 150 years, the John Keells Group is present in 7 industry sectors, namely Leisure, Property, Transportation, Consumer Food, Retail, Financial Services, and IT & Plantations. John Keells CG Auto is the official distributor of BYD passenger vehicles, parts, and services in Sri Lanka.
BYD, a global powerhouse, secured the position as the Global number one New Energy Vehicles (NEV) sales in 2022 and 2023 is committed towards sustainable transportation solutions.
Job Responsibilities
• Assist in identifying, assessing, and monitoring operational and financial risks across business functions.
• Evaluate effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements to mitigate identified risks.
• Document and map existing business processes, identify process gaps and inefficiencies, and recommend process enhancement initiatives to improve operational effectiveness and strengthen control environments.
• Support the development, maintenance, and periodic review of Business Continuity Plans (BCP) to ensure operational resilience and preparedness during disruptions. Coordinate BCP testing exercises and follow-up actions where required.
• Coordinate with internal audit teams by providing required information, assisting in audit queries, and monitoring closure of audit findings and recommendations.
• Support in developing, reviewing, and updating policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and control documentation to align with business and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare risk and compliance reports, dashboards, and presentations for management discussions. Analyze findings and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
Person Specifications
• A Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Full or part qualification in ICASL, CIMA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, Process Assurance, or related functions.
• Prior exposure to process mapping, internal controls review, compliance monitoring, audit assignments, or BCP activities are essential.
• Experience in ERP systems and corporate governance practices will be an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles, internal controls, compliance frameworks, and business continuity practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (SAP experience preferred).
If interested, please apply through HIVE on or before 23.07.2026.