Internal Control Lead at Kuda Bank

The Lead, Internal Control Unit will support the Head of Enterprise Risk Management & Internal Control (ERM & IC) in driving Kuda Microfinance Bank’s business strategy by serving as an early warning system for financial and operational risks and promoting business ethics and integrity. This role requires a highly organized and methodical professional with expertise in process review and improvement, data analysis, revenue assurance, and audit.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the planning and execution of annual internal control activities across financial, compliance, and operational areas, implementing a dynamic, risk-based control testing framework, enabling real-time identification and remediation of control deficiencies.
• Monitor and validate compliance and financial control areas, including revenue assurance, cost optimization, treasury, and financial reporting, using analytical insights to optimize performance.
• Provided effective leadership and supervision of the Internal Control team, driving performance excellence through continuous training, mentoring, and adherence to best practices in control management.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, collaborating with finance and non-finance teams, and provide management assurance on compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Leverage data analytics and automation to streamline repetitive control testing and enhance monitoring efficiency.
• Support the Head of ERM & Internal Control in enterprise risk assessments, contributing data-driven insights to strengthen organizational risk management practices.
• Present control findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership to drive informed decision-making.
• Lead and mentor the Internal Control team, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and adherence to control best practices.
• Execute ad hoc assignments as directed by the Head of ERM & Internal Control or management.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of internal controls, risk management, audit, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Proven experience leading revenue assurance or financial control functions.
• Proficiency in data analysis and automation tools (ideally SQL).
• Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in a numerate discipline; ACA, ACCA, CISA, or CIA certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Fintech or Consulting.
• Strategic, detail-oriented, and able to work autonomously while guiding cross-functional teams.