Sr Business Finance Analyst

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 income and served more than 70 million customers across 70 cities in 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan. The company fosters a vibrant ecosystem for regional talent and entrepreneurs, driven by a strong purpose to improve lives and cultivate an inspiring organizational culture. The Business Finance Analyst will play a crucial role within the Finance team by supporting stakeholders through spend management, insightful reporting, and strategic financial planning. This position involves budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and assisting with month-end closing activities, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and regional impact.

Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain annual, quarterly, and monthly budgets and forecasts to support business objectives.
- Act as the primary contact for cost optimization initiatives, contributing actively to strategic financial planning efforts.
- Develop and implement measures to control expenditures within allocated budgets across various departments and functions.
- Create and maintain systems and dashboards that enhance visibility and control over financial spending, aiding stakeholders in informed decision-making.
- Identify and communicate discrepancies or anomalies in spend tracking to Business Leaders and the FP&A function promptly.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to refine financial systems and processes, ensuring they align with evolving business needs and priorities.
- Partner with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely month-end book closure and financial reporting.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 5 to 6 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning within dynamic environments.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive approach to gathering data and generating actionable insights.
- Excellent quantitative abilities and a proven capacity to solve complex financial challenges.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a hands-on, ownership-driven mindset.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex financial information clearly and persuasively.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerBI, Redash, and SQL to support data analysis and reporting needs.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Advanced qualifications such as an MBA, ACCA, or CFA are highly desirable.
- Opportunity to work in a purpose-driven organization focused on creating meaningful regional impact and unlocking untapped potential.
- Flexible work arrangements including four days per week in the office and one day remote, with the option to work remotely from any country for up to 30 days annually. For tech individual contributors, the schedule includes two office days and three remote days weekly.
- Unlimited vacation days to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- Access to comprehensive healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements covering gym memberships, health clubs, and training classes.
- Join a community of inspiring colleagues and learn from top talent while contributing to impactful projects across the region.

This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to Careem’s mission while advancing your career in a dynamic, supportive, and growth-oriented environment.