(i) Is there any permissibility for working as an employee with the bank in the capacity of an accountant or auditor?
(ii) What is your view on Islamic banks and is it allowed to join an Islamic bank in the above-mentioned capacities?
A: Haamidaw wa Musalliyaa
It is not permissible to work at a conventional bank as employment at such an institution generally includes involvement in interest based transactions that are totally prohibited. Working at an Islamic bank is permissible provided that the Islamic bank conducts its transactions according to the Sharia principles of Islamic banking
And Allah Ta’ala Knows Best
Shafiq Jakhura (Mufti)
Fatwa Dept.