Finance & Accounts Officer

About the role

As Venture Finance Officer for Venture Kenya, you will ensure that all money moves correctly, transparently and on time. You will review payment requests against approved budgets, oversee a small team handling receipts, disbursements and record‑keeping, and guarantee that every transaction is fully documented.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure all incoming funds are recorded and protected on the day they are received.
• Review and approve payment requests against approved budgets, confirming invoices and supporting documentation.
• Oversee income & receipts, disbursements & payments, and records, assets & financial reports functions.
• Maintain complete, audit‑ready financial records with zero missing invoices or unreconciled transactions.
• Compile and submit monthly financial reports to the Country Director and Holding Finance on time.
• Flag and resolve missing documentation or discrepancies before month‑end close.
• Escalate any payment requests above approved thresholds or signs of irregularity.
• Respond to financial queries from division heads, auditors and Holding Finance as they arise.

Required profile

• A degree or professional qualification in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Solid experience in financial management, budgeting or accounting, preferably in an operational, field‑based or nonprofit/social‑impact organization in Kenya or East Africa.
• Strong eye for detail and comfort working with budgets, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Judgment to approve, hold or escalate payments confidently.
• Clear communication skills to explain financial status to non‑finance colleagues.
• Integrity and discretion handling sensitive financial data.
• Familiarity with Kenyan financial regulations, tax requirements and banking practices.

What we offer

• Competitive salary reflecting your financial expertise.
• Stock options in the publicly listed company (AEX: EARTH).
• Opportunity to protect the integrity of a real carbon‑credit program in Kenya.
• Supportive team environment with clear financial structure and backing from Holding Finance.