Senior Business Finance Manager

Careem is building the Everything App to simplify daily life across the Middle East by integrating transportation, food and grocery ordering, payment management, and more into one platform. Since its inception in 2012, Careem has empowered over 2.5 million Captains to earn income and served more than 70 million customers. Operating in 70 cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan, Careem is committed to improving lives and fostering a vibrant ecosystem for regional talent and entrepreneurs. The Senior Business Finance Manager will play a crucial role in shaping financial strategies by managing spend activities, producing insightful reports, and enforcing financial discipline across multiple budgets. This position offers a dynamic environment with significant opportunities for professional growth while safeguarding the company’s financial health.

Key Responsibilities
Lead variance analysis against budgets and manage comprehensive budgeting processes across various markets, ensuring accurate monthly accruals for all operational regions. Serve as the primary point of contact for cost optimization initiatives, actively contributing to strategic financial planning. Develop and implement expenditure control measures aligned with allocated budgets across different markets. Design and maintain financial systems and dashboards that enhance visibility and control over spending, supporting decision-making for stakeholders. Identify and communicate any discrepancies or anomalies in spend tracking to Business Leaders and the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. Collaborate with internal teams to refine financial systems and processes, adapting them to evolving business requirements. Work closely with data teams to resolve data integrity issues, ensuring accuracy and reliability in financial reporting.

Required Qualifications
Up to nine years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential, with knowledge of SQL considered a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a proactive approach to gathering insights and data for impactful decision-making. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand environment with a hands-on, ownership-driven mindset. Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of clearly conveying complex financial information. A bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field, providing a solid foundation in financial principles.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Careem fosters a collaborative environment where employees can learn and grow alongside inspiring professionals. The company offers a meaningful opportunity to make an impact in a region with significant untapped potential. Work-life balance is supported through a flexible schedule of four days in the office and one day remote per week, with an option to work remotely from any country for up to 30 days annually. Unlimited vacation days are provided. For individual contributor roles in technology, the schedule includes two office days and three remote days weekly. Additional benefits include healthcare coverage and fitness reimbursements for activities such as gym memberships, health clubs, and training classes.

Careem is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The company does not discriminate based on any protected status under applicable laws and collects demographic information solely for internal monitoring and diversity initiatives. This role is based in Karachi, Pakistan, offering the chance to contribute to a purpose-driven organization shaping the future of the Middle East’s digital ecosystem.

Job Skills

Microsoft ExcelStrategic PlanningSQLDashboard DesignSQL (plus)BudgetingAnalytical and Problem-solving SkillsFinancial AnalysisData IntegrityFinancial ReportingData insights gatheringCommunication and Presentation Skills

Job Details

Industry:

Business Development

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Shift:

First Shift (Day)

Job Type:

First Shift (Day)

Job Location:

Karachi, Pakistan

Gender

No Preference

Age

18 - 65 Years

Minimum Education

Bachelor

Degree Title

A bachelor's degree in Finance, or a related field with a solid foundation in financial principles

Experience

6 Years - 10 Years

Apply Before:

Aug 25, 2025

Posting Date:

Jul 25, 2025