Job Title:      Associate, Financial Controller
Location:     Head Office
Department:      Finance
Reports To:    Group Financial Controller
About Kifiya:

    Kifiya is an AI-powered financial and market infrastructure company advancing inclusive economic growth across Africa. We design and deploy risk decisioning systems, intelligent financial infrastructure, and market linkage platforms that unlock credit, insurance, payments, and capital access for MSMEs and smallholder farmers. We build the AI, data, and financial infrastructure that helps financial institutions serve hard-to-finance segments at scale.

Business Unit Description

    The Finance Business Unit provides financial stewardship, governance, and decision support to enable Kifiya’s sustainable growth and impact at scale. The unit ensures financial integrity, transparency, and compliance while partnering with leadership to allocate resources effectively and support strategic priorities.
Finance leads financial planning and analysis, accounting and reporting, treasury and cash management, tax and statutory compliance, and internal controls.

Through disciplined execution and data-driven insights, the unit safeguards organizational value and supports Kifiya’s mission to scale inclusive, technology-enabled financial and market infrastructure.

Position Summary

    The Associate, Financial Controller will support the financial planning, analysis, and forecasting activities of the company, reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller. This role is responsible for collecting, consolidating, and analyzing financial data to generate actionable insights that drive business performance. This is a key role  in developing financial models, preparing reports for management, and assisting with the annual budgeting process.

Key Responsibilities

    Financial Reporting

•    Conduct financial and operational analyses, including monthly and quarterly performance tracking against budget and forecast.
•    Analyze financial data to identify key trends, variances, risks, and opportunities, and provide insightful narratives to the Head of FP&A.
•    Create and maintain reporting dashboards and key performance indicator (KPI) reports for various business units.
•    Support the preparation of periodic management reporting packages for the executive team and board.

Internal Audit function

•    Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
•    Assist in the evaluation of the internal control environment over compliance with Company policies and procedures.
•    Assist the audit team in carrying out comprehensive audits, risk and compliance tasks in accordance to the annual work plan.
•    Collaborate with internal audit teams and business partners to understand audit objectives and identify opportunities where data analytics can be applied to enhance audit effectiveness

Budgeting and Forecasting

•    Assist in the preparation and consolidation of the company's annual budget and rolling forecasts.
•    Collaborate with department heads and business partners to collect data and ensure budget alignment with strategic goals.
•    Develop and maintain robust financial models to support scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and performance assessment.

Process and Systems Improvement

•    Support the Head of FP&A in identifying and implementing continuous improvements to financial processes, reporting templates, and analytical tools.
•    Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data across various financial systems and reports.
•    Leverage and develop proficiency in financial software and data visualization tools to enhance reporting and automation.

Business Partnering

•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to provide financial support and insight for their departments.
•    Communicate financial insights clearly and effectively to non-financial stakeholders, helping them understand their performance against financial goals.

Key Outputs

    •    Timely and accurate monthly and quarterly financial analysis, including clear variance analysis against budget and forecast.
•    Well-structured management reports and dashboards that provide actionable insights to FP and A leadership and senior management.
•    Consolidated budget and rolling forecast inputs that are complete, accurate, and aligned with strategic assumptions.
•    Robust financial models and scenario analyses supporting business cases, investments, and resource allocation decisions.
•    Clear and concise financial narratives that explain performance drivers, risks, and opportunities to non-financial stakeholders.
•    Improved efficiency and data quality in FP and A reporting processes through better templates, tools, and automation support.

Job Requirements

 Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required

Experience: 1–3 years of experience in a financial analysis or accounting role.

Previous Audit experience is highly desirable.

Skills:

•    Strong financial modeling, analytical, and data interpretation skills.
•    Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and data functions.
•    Familiarity with financial software and data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI solutions is preferred.
•    Solid understanding of financial statements and corporate finance principles.
•    Excellent communication and presentation skills, with high attention to detail.
•    Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Core Competencies

    •    Financial Analysis Fundamentals, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.
•    Financial Modelling and Data Interpretation with strong Excel-based analytical capability.
•    Management Reporting and Dashboard Development using BI and visualization tools.
•    Attention to Detail and Data Integrity across financial reports and systems.
•    Structured Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking to identify trends and performance drivers.
•    Clear Communication Skills with the ability to translate numbers into meaningful business insights.
•    Collaboration and Stakeholder Support across finance and non-finance teams.
•    Time Management and Execution Discipline in a multi-deadline, high-growth environment.

 How To Apply

Qualified Candidates Apply Through:-  hr@kifiya.com

Job Requirements This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field and 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting. The role focuses on supporting financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities while ensuring data integrity and compliance. How to Apply Send your application to hr@kifiya.com