Accountant - Kerugoya at Green Earth in Kerugoya, Kirinyaga, Kenya

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    Accountant - Kerugoya

    Green EarthKerugoya, Kirinyaga, Kenya

    Posted

    4 days ago

    Apply by

    2 Sept

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Accounting, Auditing & Finance
    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

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    Job Description

    As Venture Finance Officer for Venture Kenya, you'll be the person who makes sure money in the venture moves the right way — in, out, and everywhere it needs to be tracked. You'll review payment requests against approved budgets, oversee a small team handling receipts, disbursements, and record-keeping, and make sure every transaction has the paperwork to back it up.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Ensure all incoming funds are correctly recorded and protected on the day they're received
    • Review and approve payment requests against approved budgets, ensuring invoices and supporting documentation are complete before processing
    • Oversee the Income & Receipts, Disbursements & Payments, and Records, Assets & Financial Reports functions to keep transactions accurate and traceable
    • 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 financial discrepancies before month-end close
    • Escalate any payment requests above approved thresholds, or any signs of financial irregularity, promptly and appropriately
    • Respond to financial queries from division heads, auditors, and Holding Finance as they arise

    Required Qualifications

    • A degree or professional qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
    • Solid experience in financial management, budgeting, or accounting — ideally within an operational, field-based, or nonprofit/social-impact organization in Kenya or the wider East Africa region
    • A strong eye for detail and comfort working with budgets, reconciliations, and financial reporting
    • The judgment to know when to approve a payment, when to hold it, and when to escalate — and the confidence to do so
    • Clear communication skills, able to explain financial status and requirements to non-finance colleagues division heads, field teams as easily as to Holding Finance
    • Integrity and discretion, given the sensitivity of financial data and the audit trail required for carbon credit certification
    • Familiarity with Kenyan financial regulations, tax requirements, and banking practices
    • Comfort working within a structured reporting line, while still exercising sound independent judgment day to day
    • Bonus: experience with financial reporting requirements tied to certification, compliance, or audit processes e.g., carbon credit programs, grant compliance, or similar

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

    Minimum Experience

    3 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Finance

    Field of Study

    Finance or Accounting

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Green Earth on apply.workable.com to apply.

    Show Financial Precision in Your Application

    This role is about owning financial accuracy end-to-end, so your application should demonstrate that you can handle budgets, reconciliations, and reporting with precision. Hiring managers will look for evidence of your attention to detail and your ability to communicate financial matters clearly.

    1. Tailor your CV to highlight relevant experience: Emphasize your experience in financial management, budgeting, and accounting, especially within operational or nonprofit settings. Use specific examples of how you've ensured accuracy and compliance.

    2. Prepare to discuss your reconciliation process: Be ready to explain how you maintain audit-ready records and handle discrepancies. Have a concrete example of a time you resolved a financial issue before month-end close.

    3. Understand the local financial landscape: Familiarize yourself with Kenyan financial regulations, tax requirements, and banking practices. Mention any experience with certification or compliance reporting, such as carbon credits or grant compliance.

    4. Show your judgment and escalation skills: Demonstrate your ability to decide when to approve a payment, hold it, or escalate it. Provide an example of a situation where you had to make a tough call.

    5. Communicate your soft skills: Highlight your communication skills and ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance colleagues. Show your integrity and discretion in handling sensitive data.

    6. Be ready for a technical interview: Expect questions on budgeting, financial reporting, and reconciliation. Review your knowledge of accounting principles and be prepared to walk through your thought process.

    7. Research the organization: Learn about Green Earth and its work in carbon credit certification. Understand how your role contributes to the bigger picture.

    8. Follow application instructions carefully: Apply through the provided link and ensure your CV and cover letter are tailored to the role. Double-check for any additional requirements.

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    Tags

    financial management
    budgeting
    accounting
    audit
    Kenya