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Senior Consultant in Audit, Internal Control & Risk Management
(15+ years of experience in international banking)
I support SMEs, fintechs, NGOs, institutions, and banks in securing their processes, strengthening compliance, and reducing risks, by combining professional auditing, Risk Management approach, and Data & AI applied to decision-making.
🔎 Main Expertise
Process Audit (credit, treasury, operations, projects)
Internal Control & Regulatory Compliance (Basel II / III)
Risk Mapping and Management (ERM)
Fraud Prevention and Detection
Risk & Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Reporting (KRI / KCI)
🤖 Data & AI Approach
Integration of automation and data analysis to enhance control effectiveness: anomaly detection, massive transaction analysis, intelligent controls, and decision-making dashboards
(Advanced Excel, Power BI, Python, VBA).
💼 PACKAGED OFFERS
🟦 ESSENTIAL PACK — Audit & Internal Control Diagnosis
Objective: rapid diagnosis of a critical process with immediate recommendations.
Deliverables: mini-report (4–6 pages) + prioritized action plan.
⏱ 48–72 h | 💰 €1,000 – €1,275
🟩 STANDARD PACK — Audit & Optimization
Objective: secure processes and strengthen compliance.
Deliverables: audit report (10–15 pages), risk matrix, KRI dashboard.
⏱ 3–5 days | 💰 €2,550 – €4,250
🟥 PREMIUM PACK — Risk Management, AI & Anti-Fraud
Objective: implement a comprehensive risk management framework integrating automation and fraud prevention.
Deliverables: Risk & Governance report, automated scripts, KRI/KCI dashboards, governance guide.
⏱ 7–15 days | 💰 €5,950 – €12,750
🎯 My Motto
Clarity, rigor, and professionalism
Expertise in Audit – Risk Management – Compliance – AI
Cabinet-level deliverables, immediately actionable
High added value in data and decision support.
French
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- Institution financière / BanqueSenior Consultant in Internal Audit, Internal Control & AI-Assisted Risk ManagementBANKING AND INSURANCEOctober 2012 - Today (13 years and 10 months)Ouagadougou, Burkina FasoAs a senior Internal Auditor & Controller, I ensure risk management, regulatory compliance, and optimization of the internal control system. I analyze key processes, identify vulnerability areas, and propose strategic recommendations to enhance performance and governance.My role combines technical expertise, analytical rigor, and team support to ensure continuous improvement and proactive risk management.Key MissionsDevelopment, planning, and execution of internal audit programs.Control of compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures.In-depth analysis of operational processes and identification of dysfunctions.Formulation of recommendations and reporting to governing bodies.Monitoring the implementation of action plans and team support.Contribution to control culture, risk prevention, and overall performance.Results AchievedSignificant strengthening of the internal control system and reduction of operational risks.Improved compliance with banking regulatory standards.Process optimization through targeted and measurable recommendations.Enhanced operational performance through better risk management.Employee skill development and strengthened culture of compliance and excellence.
- BANQUEFinancial AnalysisBANKING AND INSURANCEMarch 2010 - October 2012 (2 years and 7 months)Responsible for in-depth analysis of credit files, I evaluated clients' financial situation, solvency, and associated risks. I conducted profitability studies, collected and verified KYC data, prepared summary reports, and proposed reasoned decisions in compliance with delegation.I also ensured account monitoring, implementation of corrective measures, as well as training and awareness of employees on risks.Results AchievedImproved quality of the credit portfolio through rigorous analysis and early risk identification.Contribution to the reduction of payment default losses through better solvency assessment.Optimization of the decision-making process through clear summary reports and reliable recommendations.Strengthened KYC compliance and reduction of incomplete or non-compliant files.Effective awareness of internal teams, thereby improving operational risk management.Direct contribution to company profitability through precise analysis of the profitability of proposed financing.
- BANQUECustomer AdvisorBANKING AND INSURANCEJune 2006 - March 2010 (3 years and 9 months)DescriptionResponsible for a client portfolio, I provided personalized support to meet financial needs and develop commercial relationships. I analyzed requests, prepared files (loans, investments, insurance), and proposed suitable solutions.I also participated in prospecting, customer retention, and amicable debt collection, while ensuring service quality and compliance with banking requirements.Results AchievedDevelopment of the client portfolio through targeted prospecting and rigorous follow-up.Improved customer satisfaction through personalized advice and proactive management of requests.Contribution to the reduction of unpaid debts through effective amicable collection.Strengthened loyalty and retention of strategic clients.Increased sales volume of financial products through a needs-based analysis approach.
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Education
- CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)The Institute of Internal Auditors2026la pratique et la fonction de l'audit interne, incluant l'éthique, la gouvernance, la gestion des risques (et fraude), la planification des missions, l'analyse, la supervision, la qualité de la fonction, et des connaissances en technologie et finance.
- Specialized Master in Financial Management and StrategyFEED /EARC MOROCCO2018✔️ Finance & Analyse Analyse financière avancée Évaluation d’entreprise Analyse des risques financiers Modélisation financière ✔️ Stratégie & Pilotage Élaboration d’une stratégie financière Gestion de projet stratégique Diagnostic global d’une organisation Business planning ✔️ Management & Organisation Management de la performance Planification opérationnelle Gestion de trésorerie ✔️ Risques, Conformité, Audit Audit interne Conformité Due diligence Gestion des risques stratégiques ✔️E-banking & Digital Digital et Paiements E‑banking, paiements digitaux wallet (push/pull), POS, chargeback, fraude, réconciliation, optimisation des parcours de paiement.