Finance & Accounts Officer

About the role

Green Earth is looking for a Finance & Accounts Officer to manage the flow of funds for its Kenya venture. You will ensure that every incoming and outgoing transaction is recorded accurately, protected, and aligned with approved budgets.

Key responsibilities

• Record and safeguard all incoming funds on the day they are received.
• Review and approve payment requests against approved budgets, verifying invoices and supporting documents.
• Oversee income & receipts, disbursements & payments, and financial reporting functions to maintain traceable transactions.
• Maintain complete, audit‑ready financial records with zero missing invoices or unreconciled items.
• Compile and submit monthly financial reports to the Country Director and Holding Finance.
• Identify and resolve missing documentation or discrepancies before month‑end close.
• Escalate payment requests above approved thresholds or any signs of financial irregularity.
• Respond to financial queries from division heads, auditors, and Holding Finance.

Required profile

• A degree or professional qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Solid experience in financial management, budgeting, or accounting, preferably within an operational, field‑based, or nonprofit/social‑impact organization in Kenya or East Africa.
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working with budgets, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Good judgment to approve, hold, or escalate payments as needed.

Required skills