Tatenda Kusena
About Tatenda Kusena
Tatenda Kusena is the Director of Finance (Europe) at Modulr, with extensive experience in finance and auditing across multiple industries and regions.
Director Of Finance (Europe) at Modulr
Tatenda Kusena is the Director of Finance (Europe) at Modulr, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, he oversees financial operations, ensuring compliance and efficient financial management across European divisions. His role involves financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, leveraging his extensive expertise in accounting and finance.
Financial Controller at Oikocredit
From 2019 to 2022, Tatenda Kusena served as a Financial Controller at Oikocredit in Amersfoort, Utrecht, Netherlands. During his tenure, he managed financial statements, ensured regulatory compliance, and provided strategic financial advice. His work at Oikocredit contributed to the organization's mission of promoting social impact and economic development.
Educational Background and Credentials
Tatenda Kusena holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a Management Specialization from Marjon University, which he obtained between 2015 and 2018. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Accounting Science from the University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika in 2011, after completing a two-year program focused on accounting and audit. His educational foundation was set at Sakubva, where he studied Mathematics, Accounting, and Business Studies from 2003 to 2007.
Professional Experience in Auditing and Corporate Finance
Tatenda Kusena's career began in Harare, Zimbabwe, at Deloitte, where he worked as an Audit Senior from 2009 to 2015. Here, he developed expertise in IFRS, US GAAP, and Dutch GAAP standards. He then moved to Deloitte Botswana for a brief period in 2014 before joining KPMG Nederland as an Audit Senior in 2015. His role involved leading audits with turnovers up to $30 billion across industries such as manufacturing, banking, and finance. He then transitioned to Naspers Limited as Global Financial Controller from 2016 to 2018, gaining significant global experience.
Key Skills and Industry-Specific Expertise
Tatenda Kusena is recognized for his strong communication skills and his ability to deliver concise and transparent audit findings. He has worked with prominent clients including CBZ Holdings, Delta Corporation, Pfizer, First National Bank, and General Electric financial services. Known for his ability to coach and mentor junior staff, Tatenda has consistently delivered on tight deadlines and budgets, enhancing the financial strategies of various organizations.