Kentegra Biotechnology is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join its growing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced agro-biotech environment, supporting financial integrity, internal controls, and audit readiness while contributing to sustainable and impactful operations.
About Kentegra Biotechnology
At Kentegra Biotechnology, every team member plays a vital role in driving success and promoting sustainable human flourishing. The organization operates within the agribusiness and biotechnology sector, working closely with farmers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver value-driven solutions across Kenya.
Position Overview
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Job Title: Finance Officer
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Department: Finance
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Reporting Line: Assistant Finance Manager
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Location: EPZ, Athi River (with occasional travel to Naivasha and Nakuru)
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Employment Type: Full-time
Role Summary
The Finance Officer will support the Finance Department by ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant execution of day-to-day financial operations in line with internal policies and applicable Kenyan financial regulations. The role will manage accounts payable and receivable, bank and cash management, staff floats, farmer payments, reconciliations, documentation, and provide support for month-end close and audit processes.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Accounts Payable (AP)
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Process supplier invoices in line with approved budgets, purchase orders, and company authorization limits.
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Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes where applicable.
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Prepare supplier payment schedules and ensure timely payments based on agreed terms.
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Reconcile supplier statements and resolve variances promptly.
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Maintain accurate supplier master data in the accounting or ERP system.
Accounts Receivable (AR)
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Monitor and manage receivables, including follow-up on outstanding balances.
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Prepare and maintain aged debtors’ reports.
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Post customer receipts and reconcile customer accounts.
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Escalate long-outstanding receivables in line with company credit control procedures.
Bank and Cash Management
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Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
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Ensure all bank transactions are properly recorded and supported by documentation.
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Investigate and clear unreconciled bank items within agreed timelines.
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Support cash flow monitoring as required by management.
Petty Cash Management
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Manage petty cash in line with company policy and internal control procedures.
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Ensure all petty cash payments are authorized and properly supported.
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Conduct regular petty cash reconciliations and prepare replenishment requests.
Staff Float and Advances Management
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Issue, track, and monitor staff floats and advances.
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Ensure timely surrender of floats with proper supporting documentation.
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Reconcile staff float accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.
Farmer Payments
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Prepare and process farmer payments accurately and within agreed timelines.
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Handle farmer payment queries and resolve discrepancies professionally.
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Maintain complete documentation and audit trails for all farmer payments.
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Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and internal approval processes.
Reporting and Month-End Support
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Prepare routine and ad-hoc finance reports as required.
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Provide supporting schedules, reconciliations, and analyses for management reporting.
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Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals and prepayments.
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Ensure all transactions are posted before month-end cut-off dates.
Filing, Records, and Audit Support
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Maintain proper and orderly filing of financial records, both physical and electronic.
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Ensure all transactions are adequately documented and audit-ready.
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Support internal and external audits by preparing required schedules and documentation.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
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2 to 4 years of relevant work experience in a finance or accounting role.
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CPA (K) or ACCA is an added advantage.
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Experience working with accounting or ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Sage, QuickBooks, or Odoo.
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Experience in agribusiness, manufacturing, or biotech environments is desirable. Experience in farmer-based operations is an added advantage.
Required Skills and Competencies
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Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and internal controls.
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High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with farmers, suppliers, and staff.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
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High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Compliance and Ethics
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Adherence to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
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Compliance with applicable Kenyan laws and financial regulations.
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Commitment to transparency, accountability, and good corporate governance.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format only.
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Email: info@kentegrabiotech.com
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Subject Line: Finance Officer
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Application Deadline: 10th February 2026
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and only successful applicants will be contacted.
Join Kentegra Biotechnology and play a key role in driving sustainable growth and human flourishing across Kenya’s agribusiness and biotech sector.
