Careers at KPMG

Key roles and responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Business Growth

• Drive execution of the business growth agenda, coordinating with the Managing Director and functional heads to deliver the annual, mid and long-term strategic initiatives and financial targets.

• Provide strategic leadership for branch network growth, performance and market expansion to drive sustainable business growth and customer acquisition and branch profitability.

• Support the Managing Director in effective resource management and overall organisational leadership to achieve strategic objectives within approved risk management and internal control frameworks.

Technology, Innovation & Operations Oversight

• Support the Managing Director in driving the digital transformation strategy, digital products, ecosystems, partnerships, and alternative channel revenue growth.

• Oversee execution of the digital transformation strategy, innovation initiatives, and research programs to strengthen organisational capability and efficiency.

Marketing, Brand & Market Positioning

• Oversee product development and renewal initiatives to ensure responsiveness to demographic shifts, national development priorities, and market trends, thereby enhancing customer lifetime value.

• Oversee customer experience strategy and the design of a service framework that promotes excellence and consistency.

Network, Treasury & Operational Functions Oversight

• Provide strategic leadership for branch network growth, performance and market expansion to drive sustainable business growth, customer acquisition and branch profitability.

• Guide treasury strategy, liquidity management, and budget execution to achieve financial targets and regulatory compliance.

Governance & Executive Leadership

• Contribute as an Executive to Board decision-making by reviewing Board papers and participating in Board and committee meetings.

• Jointly with the office of the Managing Director, he or she will be responsible for initiation and development of senior management structures, systems, policies, and procedures for the Bank’s compliance with regulatory requirements on corporate governance and sound risk management practices.

People Leadership & Organisational Development

• Lead people management processes, including performance management, talent development, succession planning, and capability building across assigned functions.

• Foster a high-performance culture and ensure effective workforce planning and development of staff reward schemes.

Academic/professional qualification and Experience:

• Master’s degree in a business-related field.

• A professional qualification or certification in banking from an accredited institution will be an added advantage.

• 10+ years’ senior management experience in a regulated financial institution, with at least 5 years in leading both relationship banking and microfinance in a Tier I or Tier II bank.

• Demonstrated experience in financial performance accountability, oversight of large business segments, and delivery of sustainable growth.

• Demonstrate impactful oversight on the leadership of a wide branch network with multiple service channels and stakeholder management.

Key competencies and skills

• Strong leadership capability with experience in managing large teams, driving performance, and delivering results in cross-functional, high-accountability environments.

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and execution, supported by sound business judgement and decision-making capability.

• Profound expertise in banking operations and credit management, coupled with a strong ability to improve operational efficiency and service excellence.

• Demonstrated proficiency in governance frameworks, including but not limited to risk management, quality assurance, and project management.

• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support effective data-driven decision-making.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to engage stakeholders, build strategic networks and partnerships with local governments, business communities, financial institutions, and development agencies, while supporting effective administration and resource mobilization.

• Demonstrated leadership anchored in integrity, agility, customer centricity, and teamwork, with the ability to foster collaboration, adapt to change, and deliver strong stakeholder and customer outcomes.

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Key roles and responsibilities

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the preparation and presentation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with organisational strategy.

• Oversee budget execution, revenue and expenditure control and provide regular management accounts and variance analysis.

• Lead budget performance reviews across branches and business units to strengthen accountability and financial discipline.

• Develop financial forecasting models and projections (monthly, quarterly, annually) to support decision making, drive productivity and cost optimization models.

Financial Reporting, Analysis & Governance

• Prepare accurate financial statements and reports in line with IFRS and regulatory requirements, including Board papers and statutory submissions.

• Analyse financial performance, revenue trends, and cost drivers to enhance profitability and operational efficiency.

• Drive implementation of emerging reporting standards, including sustainability standards.

• Ensure robust financial controls and risk management frameworks are in place across the organisation.

External Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate and manage external audits, liaising with auditors and regulators, and ensuring timely publication of financial statements.

• Implement audit recommendations and maintain compliance with regulatory and governance requirements.

Investment, Treasury & Capital Management

• Oversee investment and foreign exchange portfolios, ensuring compliance with ALCO and regulatory guidelines.

• Monitor liquidity, approve investment decisions, and provide strategic advice to optimise returns and manage financial risks.

• Ensure compliance with capital adequacy requirements and advise management on capital structure and lending limits.

• Support ALCO processes and balance sheet optimisation to enhance liquidity, returns, and regulatory compliance.

Statutory Compliance & Tax Management

• Ensure full compliance with statutory obligations, including tax filings (VAT, PAYE, NSSF, WHT, LST) and regulatory returns.

• Liaise with regulatory bodies and tax authorities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of submissions.

• Oversee tax planning and tax risk management to ensure compliance.

Leadership & Financial Stewardship

• Provide strategic leadership to the Finance function, ensuring sound financial governance, robust internal controls, regulatory compliance, and sustainable financial performance.

• Drive accountability and effective stewardship of the organisation’s financial resources to support operational efficiency and long-term institutional sustainability.

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day management of Finance Department staff, including performance oversight, accountability, and team effectiveness.

• Support workforce planning activities including recruitment, training coordination, leave management, succession planning, and capability management to strengthen departmental capacity and compliance.

Academic/professional qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Relevant professional certification and membership (e.g. ACCA, ICPAU or equivalent).

• 10+ years’ experience in financial management, including at least 5 years in a managerial role within a regulated financial institution.

• Proven track record in financial strategy, reporting, budgeting, and managing complex financial operations.

Key competencies and skills:

• Strong expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, management accounting, financial reporting, taxation, governance, risk management, and internal controls.

• Advanced analytical capability in financial modelling, forecasting, and investment analysis to support data-driven decision-making.

• Proficiency in ERP/MIS environments and financial systems optimisation to enhance operational efficiency and reporting effectiveness.

• Demonstrated leadership capability, stakeholder engagement, people management, and corporate/regulatory reporting experience anchored in integrity, agility, customer centricity, and teamwork.

• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills, supported by sound business judgement and high professional integrity.