Job Description

We’re giving Africans around the world a better alternative to traditional finance by delivering money transfers, smart budgeting and instant access to credit through digital devices.We’ve raised over $90 million from some of the world's most respected institutional investors, and we’re rolling out our game-changing services globally from our offices in Nigeria, South Africa, and the UK. Role Overview: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. ResponsibilitiesSpearhead 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.