Venture Finance Officer

About the role

As the Venture Finance Officer for Venture Kenya, you will ensure that all financial flows within the venture are accurately recorded, protected and reported. You will oversee payment approvals, manage receipts and disbursements, and provide up‑to‑date financial information to senior leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Record and safeguard all incoming funds on the day they are received.
• Review and approve payment requests against approved budgets, confirming 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 transactions.
• Compile and submit monthly financial reports to the Country Director and Holding Finance on time.
• Identify and resolve missing documentation or discrepancies before month‑end close.
• Escalate payment requests above approved thresholds or any signs of irregularity promptly.
• Respond to financial queries from division heads, auditors and Holding Finance as needed.

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 attention to detail with ability to handle budgets, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Good judgment to approve, hold or escalate payments and confidence to act on those decisions.
• Clear communication skills to explain financial status to non‑finance colleagues and senior finance teams.
• Integrity and discretion handling sensitive financial data and audit trails.
• Familiarity with Kenyan financial regulations, tax requirements and banking practices.

What we offer

• Competitive salary reflecting your financial expertise.
• Opportunities for growth within a fast‑moving international organization.
• Stock options in the publicly listed company (AEX: EARTH).
• Direct impact on the integrity of a carbon‑credit program that supports farmer livelihoods.