Finance Officer

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About the Unit

Yara East Africa Ltd is as subsidiary of Yara International ASA , a world’s leading fertilizer company and a provider of environmental solutions. Yara grows knowledge to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet, to fulfill our vision of a collaborative society, a world without hunger and a planet respected. We provide growers with key knowledge and best practices to sustainably improve their crop yields, quality, and profitability.

Responsibilities

The objective of the position of Finance Officer is to perform all duties within the Accounts Payable Function.

Invoice Processing; Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery/goods receipt notes (3-way matching),Code invoices to correct GL accounts and cost centers, Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices for accuracy and completeness, oute invoices for approval per company authorization matrix
Vendor Management; Maintain accurate vendor master data (banking details, tax info, contact details), Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment status, Perform vendor statement reconciliations, Set up new vendors and conduct basic due diligence/verification checks. Collaborate with Procurement, Legal, and Operations on contract terms affecting payables.
Payments; repare and process payment runs (EFT, checks, wire transfers) within agreed terms, Ensure payments are made accurately and on schedule to avoid late fees and maintain vendor goodwill, Process employee expense reimbursements and petty cash where applicable, Handle urgent/ad hoc payment requests as needed.
Reconciliation & Reporting; Reconcile AP sub-ledger to the general ledger monthly, Assist with month-end close activities related to accruals and outstanding invoices, Maintain aging reports and follow up on outstanding items, Support internal and external audits with documentation and reports.

Compliance & Controls; Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, delegation of authority, and tax regulations (e.g., VAT/withholding tax where applicable), Maintain proper documentation and filing (physical or digital) for audit trail purposes, Flag and escalate any irregularities or potential fraud indicators. Enforce internal controls to reduce fraud risk and ensure compliance (SOX, audit standards).
Process & Systems; Lead automation and digitization initiatives (workflow automation, ERP optimization), nforce internal controls to reduce fraud risk and ensure compliance, Streamline the procure-to-pay (P2P) cycle in collaboration with Procurement.
Strategic & Financial; Develop and execute AP strategies that optimize working capital, payment timing, and cash flow forecasting, Analyze payment terms and negotiate favorable terms with key vendors and suppliers, Monitor and report on DPO (Days Payable Outstanding) and other key AP metrics,

Profile

University Degree in Finance or Accounting.
Broad understanding of financial reporting requirements.
Intermediate level or Finalist CPA (K)
At least 3 years of working experience in Finance and Accounting function of a multinational Organization.

Additional Information

Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong analytical skills, highly motivated and result oriented.
Competence in MS Office applications.

Apply no later than

15 July 2026.

Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.

As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.