Venture Finance Officer (Nyeri)

About the role

As a Venture Finance Officer for Venture Kenya, you will ensure that all financial flows—receipts, disbursements, and records—are accurately tracked and reported. You will work closely with the Country Director and Holding Finance to provide timely, audit‑ready financial information.

Key responsibilities

• Record and safeguard all incoming funds on the day they are received.
• Review and approve payment requests against approved budgets, confirming that invoices and supporting documents are complete.
• Oversee the 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.
• Identify and resolve missing documentation or discrepancies before month‑end close.
• Escalate payment requests that exceed approved thresholds or show signs of 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 the ability to work independently.
• Good judgment to approve, hold, or escalate payments as needed.
• Clear communication skills for explaining financial matters to non‑technical stakeholders.

Required skills