Careem is a leading technology platform dedicated to building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, simplifying how people move, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Since its inception in 2012, Careem has empowered over 2.5 million Captains to earn a livelihood, served more than 70 million customers, and fostered a vibrant ecosystem for regional talent and entrepreneurs. Operating across more than 70 cities in 10 countries from Morocco to Pakistan, Careem’s Finance team is essential in driving data-driven decisions, financial discipline, and sustainable growth across all business verticals. We are currently looking for a Strategic Finance Analyst (L8) to join our Finance team in Karachi. This individual contributor role carries significant impact, focusing on financial planning, budgeting, and performance reporting for key business lines. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, business insight, and a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making processes.
- Perform variance analysis and deliver actionable insights on business performance across multiple financial metrics.
- Collaborate closely with business units and vertical finance teams to identify trends, evaluate risks, and uncover opportunities within financial results.
- Support month-end closing activities and prepare comprehensive management reporting packages for leadership review.
- Assist in scenario planning and strategic financial modeling to guide executive-level decisions.
- Continuously improve reporting tools and enhance data quality to boost forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Required Qualifications
- 2 to 4 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), corporate finance, or business analytics roles.
- Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling, with the capability to handle large datasets effectively.
- Experience with ERP or FP&A software such as Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics is a plus.
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to clearly synthesize complex financial information.
- Excellent communication skills paired with a collaborative mindset and strong stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Careem offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where employees can make a meaningful impact across the region while advancing their careers. Team members benefit from a supportive community of motivated professionals and ample opportunities for continuous learning and development. The work schedule includes four days per week in the office and one day remote, with the added flexibility to work remotely from any country for up to 30 days annually. Employees enjoy unlimited vacation days, with tailored office and home arrangements for technical individual contributors. Additional benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage and fitness reimbursements for activities such as gym memberships, health clubs, and training classes.
Careem is committed to equal employment opportunity and maintains a strict non-discrimination policy in compliance with applicable laws. The company actively promotes diversity and inclusion through ongoing internal monitoring and initiatives, ensuring a welcoming and supportive workplace for all employees.
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