Financial Reporting Lead careem

About the role

Careem is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Lead to join our Finance team. This role is based in Egypt and will support key accounting, reporting, receivables, and financial operations across the organization, including Careem for Business (C4B).

• Maintain accurate financial records, including journal entries, ledgers, and supporting schedules.
• Perform regular bank, AP, and AR reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Support C4B (Careem for Business) financial operations, including tracking receivables, validating billing, and coordinating with internal teams and clients for timely collections.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with internal standards.
• Monitor and record company expenses, ensuring compliance with internal controls and documentation requirements.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, vendor interactions, customer follow-ups, and addressing outstanding receivables.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Contribute to process improvements and support automation initiatives using Excel, Power BI, or SQL.
• Maintain organized financial documentation and assist with general accounting administrative tasks.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and general ledger processes.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Power BI or SQL is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including commercial and C4B teams.
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality work.
• Proficiency in English is required.
• 3 4 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting.
• Background with a Big Four firm or a top multinational is preferred.
• Professional qualifications such as CA or ACCA are an advantage.
• Solid understanding of financial controls, compliance, and accounting best practices.
• Experience handling receivables, client billing, or commercial finance is a strong plus.

What we ll provide you

We offer colleagues the opportunity to drive impact in the region while they learn and grow. As a full time Careem colleague, you will be able to:

• Work and learn from great minds by joining a community of inspiring colleagues.
• Put your passion to work in a purposeful organisation dedicated to creating impact in a region with a lot of untapped potential.
• Explore new opportunities to learn and grow every day.
• Work 4 days a week in office & 1 day from home, and remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year with unlimited vacation days per year. (If you are in an individual contributor role in tech, you will have 2 office days a week and 3 to work from home.)
• Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.