Finance & Compliance Officer (Nyeri)

About the role

The Finance & Compliance Officer will ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial transactions for Green Earth’s operations in Nyeri and the wider region. You will act as the key link between field teams, auditors and senior management, guaranteeing that every receipt, payment and report meets the highest standards of compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Record and safeguard all incoming funds on the day they are received.
• Review and approve payment requests against approved budgets, ensuring complete documentation.
• Oversee income, receipts, disbursements, payments and financial reporting functions.
• Maintain audit‑ready financial records with zero missing invoices or unreconciled transactions.
• 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 that exceed thresholds or show signs of irregularity.
• Respond to financial queries from division heads, auditors and Holding Finance.

Required profile

• Degree or professional qualification in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Solid experience in financial management, budgeting or accounting, preferably in a nonprofit or field‑based organization in Kenya or East Africa.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to make independent judgment on payments.
• Excellent communication skills to explain financial matters to non‑finance colleagues.
• Integrity and discretion handling sensitive financial data and audit trails.
• Familiarity with Kenyan financial regulations, tax requirements and banking practices.

Required skills

• Financial reporting
• Budget preparation and monitoring
• Invoice reconciliation