senior accountant

contracts manager

finance executive

finance manager

finance officer

finance director

Zones IT Solutions

<div>
 
 Description
 
 
 
 Company Overview:
 
 
 When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there&rsquo;s really only one: Zones &ndash; First Choice for IT.TM
 
 
 Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud &amp; Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 Director Audit &amp; Compliance will be reporting into the VP Finance, EMEA. Your role will take ownership of managing the reporting of monthly results across five entities. The role holder will provide a summary and analysis of the result for review prior to the close, take responsibility for the uploading and checking of the results in the Group Consolidation system and support Balance Sheet and Statutory Accounts work.
 
 
 In addition, all manner of FP&amp;A reporting will be your responsibility to download, create, upload and manage, including budget, quarterly reports and impromptu business info.
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do as the Director Audit &amp; Compliance:
 
 
 Employees employed in the role of Director Audit &amp; Compliance shall be required to apply their independent mind and demonstrate intellectual abilities in their decision-making.
 
 
 The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice.
 
 
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 Lead and manage the Reporting, VAT, and Compliance Team, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in all deliverables.
 </li>
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 Serve as the senior Finance lead for EMEA operations within the Pakistan office, acting as the primary liaison with Group Finance and regional stakeholders.
 </li>
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 Oversee the end-to-end accounting and financial reporting of subsidiary entities, ensuring adherence to statutory, regulatory, and group reporting standards.
 </li>
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 Manage the full monthly reporting cycle, including detailed balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
 </li>
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 Lead the preparation and consolidation of the annual group budget, coordinating with business units and senior management.
 </li>
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 Support the development of departmental and project-level budgets, ensuring alignment with business strategy and financial targets.
 </li>
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 Deliver monthly group financial and management reports, providing value-added commentary and insights for decision-making.
 </li>
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 Drive the quarterly forecasting and planning process, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
 </li>
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 Develop, track, and present quarterly internal KPIs and performance dashboards to senior leadership.
 </li>
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 Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to Parent Companies, maintaining compliance with international accounting standards.
 </li>
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 Strengthen internal controls, processes, and governance frameworks to achieve efficient and reliable financial close cycles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with the Finance Manager on KPI management, balance sheet integrity, and process improvements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts, coordinate with auditors, and oversee successful completion of external audits.
 </li>
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 Provide oversight of payroll and employee expense processes, ensuring compliance with group policies and local regulations.
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 Contribute to risk management, compliance, and audit frameworks across the business.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 What You Will Bring To The Team
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
 </li>
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 Extensive post-qualification experience in audit, compliance, corporate reporting, and financial leadership.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven track record of leading finance teams in multinational or EMEA environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced expertise in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Hands-on experience with MS Dynamics 365 (D365) or similar ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
 </li>
 <li>
 Working within a Shared Service Unit business
 </li>
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 Previous experience in corporate reporting within an SME or mid-cap business is advantageous.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Key Skill Requirement
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint and presentation experience preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional communication and presentation skills &ndash; able to convey complex financial concepts clearly and concisely.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong strategic thinking with the ability to link financial insights to business objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly organized with excellent time management and prioritization skills.
 </li>
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 Leadership capability with experience managing large and diverse teams.
 </li>
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 Strong focus on process improvement, automation, and systems optimization.
 </li>
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 Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
 </li>
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 High degree of integrity, ethics, and professional judgment.
 
 
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 </ul>
 Beneficial Skills
 
 
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 Proficiency in Microsoft Access or advanced database/reporting tools.
 </li>
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 Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, or R) for financial insights.
 </li>
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 In-depth knowledge of EMEA VAT and taxation frameworks.
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 Familiarity with UK and Netherlands payroll regulations.
 
 
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 </ul>
 Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package
 
 
 At Zones, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member is valued and supported. We offer life insurance, optional health insurance, EOBI, and a voluntary pension scheme in line with Company policy. Employees also enjoy additional perks such as Complimentary meals, and access to our in-house gym.
 
 
 We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and remain dedicated to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination of any kind. If you are passionate about driving innovation in IT, sales, engineering, or operations, Zones provides a dynamic and collaborative environment to help you grow your career.
 
 
 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
 
 
 Job timings: 2:00PM &ndash; 10:30PM (PK time)
</div>

Director Audit & Compliance

ACCA Careers

<div>
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Executive to join our Finance Department. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the payroll process and a range of other financial activities. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to apply their finance expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Oversee the payroll process, including data entry, verification, and troubleshooting.
 </li>
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 Support the finance team in daily financial operations and tasks.
 </li>
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 Maintain and manage accurate financial records and documentation.
 </li>
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 Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements.
 </li>
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 Conduct financial analysis and data reconciliation to ensure accuracy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform additional administrative tasks as needed.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and data analysis.
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid understanding of finance and accounting principles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Timings:
 
 10:30am to 07:15pm (subject to change as per work requirement)
 
 
 
 Note:
 
 This is an onsite job.
 
 
 
 Job Type:
 
 Full-time
 
 
 
 Pay:
 
 From Rs70,000/- to 110,000/- per month
</div>

Finance Executive

Karachi Tile Mart (Zilver)

WE ARE HIRING &ndash; FINANCE OFFICERCompany: Zilver Position: Finance Officer Location: G-11, Islamabad Working Hours: 9:00 AM &ndash; 7:00 PM Salary Range: PKR 60,000 &ndash; 70,000Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage daily financial operations and reporting</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Handle budgeting, forecasting, and cost control</li><li>Manage cash flow, bank coordination, and reconciliations</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable</li><li>Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and management</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (ACCA / CA / MBA preferred)</li><li>Minimum 3&ndash;5 years of relevant experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software</li><li>Experience working on ERP systems will be a strong plus point</li><li>Good analytical, communication, and reporting skills</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Health Insurance</li><li>Professional and growth-oriented work environment</li><li>Market-competitive salary</li></ul>How to Apply: Send your CV to hr@zilver.co WhatsApp: 0301-8244315Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs60,000.00 - Rs70,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Finance Officer

Allied Schools Regional Office

Allied Schools, One of the largest Educational Network of Pakistan and part of Punjab group is seeking employees for our Regional Office North (Islamabad) which is looking after approx 125 campuses, our head-office is located in Lahore.You will be required for:-Verification &amp; Acknowledgements of payments received from campuses.-Maintenance of ledgers.-keeping &amp; Updating record of supplies and updating supply orders received from campuses on portal.-Financial reporting to Head-office as per requirements.-Maintaining communication with campuses in relation to financial matters.(Candidate should have 16 years of Education in Finance and Minimum 2 years work experience in a reputed organisation).Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs45,000.00 - Rs50,000.00 per month

Pakistan Single Window

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">A. Financial Operations, Control &amp; Stewardship</h3><ul>
<li>Oversee end-to-end financial operations, including accounting, financial closing, consolidation, and statutory reporting ensuring compliance with IFRS, Companies Act 2017, Tax Laws, SOE Act, PSW Act, and other applicable laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Maintain strong internal financial controls, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and traceability of all financial transactions in the ERP (Oracle NetSuite), and maintain a robust internal control framework on payment authorization, segregation of duties, reconciliations, and audit trails.</li>
<li>Monitor treasury, liquidity, and cash flow to ensure availability of funds for operational and capital requirements.</li>
<li>Supervise the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, management accounts, and variance analyses for CFO and Board review.</li>
<li>Drive best practices in financial discipline across all departments.</li>
<li>Partner with other departments to provide financial insight, cost-validation, performance visibility, and decision-support analytics.</li>
<li>Lead financial modelling for internal proposals, operational decisions, product costing, and process improvements.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
B. Financial Reporting, FP&amp;A, Budgeting &amp; Board Dashboards</h3><ul>
<li>Lead and supervise the budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling providing strategic advice and support to the CFO, CEO and to the Board as required.</li>
<li>Prepare performance dashboards, financial projections, and management reports to support operational efficiency and revenue monitoring.</li>
<li>Produce executive financial dashboards for the Board and other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Oversee FP&amp;A, and conduct regular variance analysis, cost recovery analysis, and other analysis to ensure that PSW continues to maintain financial liquidity and long term sustainability.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
C. Tax Compliance, Planning Support &amp; Risk Management
</h3><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day tax compliance, reconciliations, filings, documentation, and withholding accuracy.</li>
<li>Provide technical input to the CFO and CEO on tax implications of pricing, partnership models, contracts, and international operations.</li>
<li>Identify tax and financial risks early and lead mitigation at the operational level.</li>
<li>Manage tax audits, data preparation, and interactions with authorities on routine matters.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">D. Compliance, Governance &amp; Audit</h3><ul>
<li>Ensure compliance with applicable statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Coordinate and support internal, external, and special audits, ensuring timely completion and effective resolution of audit observations.</li>
<li>Strengthen governance frameworks and SOPs.</li>
<li>Oversee the maintenance of fixed asset records, bank reconciliations, and documentation for all financial activities.</li>
<li>Support CFO in policy formulation, process documentation, and control framework development.</li>
<li>Enforce adherence to financial SOPs and continuous improvement of control systems.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">E. ERP, Automation &amp; Data Integrity</h3><ul>
<li>Oversee ERP workflows, digital payment interfaces, and system integrations ensuring seamless financial data flow across modules and external platforms besides PSW UPS (WeBOC, SBP DAP, NBP PD, ADC, 1LINK, Commercial Banks).</li>
<li>Supervise the automation and reconciliation of PSW and OGA transactions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely settlement of funds, especially where invoices for services rendered are being generated.</li>
<li>Support FinTech Operations and Analytics teams to design dashboards, exception reports, and automated reconciliation controls that strengthen financial transparency and traceability.</li>
<li>Ensure that data integrity and reconciliation processes are embedded in ERP configurations, minimizing manual interventions and data discrepancies.</li>
<li>Support the digital transformation agenda of PSW by adopting advanced reconciliation tools, API-based integrations, and data analytics for payment and settlement reporting.</li>
<li>Ensure robust data integrity, audit trails, and segregation of duties within ERP and connected FinTech systems, aligning with governance and compliance requirements.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
F. Team Leadership, Capacity Building, and Culture</h3><ul>
<li>Lead and mentor managers of Accounting, Budgeting, MIS, FP&amp;A and Financial Operations units.</li>
<li>Set clear objectives, provide feedback, and ensure professional growth of finance team members.</li>
<li>Ensure high ethical standards, operational resilience, and financial discipline across the department.</li>
<li>Deputize for the CFO when required, representing Finance in cross-functional meetings or external engagements.</li>
</ul>
Requirements<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualification, Experience &amp; Skills:</h3>
Education: Member Accounting body (CA, ACCA, ICMA, CPA) recognized by IFAC. Candidates having additional qualifications such as CFA or MBA (Finance) from a top tiered university shall be preferred.
Experience: Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or audit, including at least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role in a large organization or public-sector enterprise. Experience with fintech, digital payments, large-scale integrations, or multi-entity setups shall be considered an advantage
Technical Proficiency:
o Strong knowledge of IFRS, Companies Act 2017, related Corporate Laws, Tax Laws, SOE Act 2023, and public-sector reporting frameworks.
o ERP-based financial management systems (Oracle NetSuite preferred).
o Budgeting, financial modeling, treasury management, and audit liaison.
Benefits<ul>
<li>
Competitive salary</li>
<li>Fuel Card</li>
<li>Health benefits</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Inclusive work culture &amp; much more</li></ul></div>

Senior Vice President Finance

Pakistan Single Window (PSW)

<div>
 
 
 D. Compliance, Governance &amp; Audit
 
 
 
 
 E. ERP, Automation &amp; Data Integrity
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Financial Operations, Control &amp; Stewardship
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee end-to-end financial operations, including accounting, financial closing, consolidation, and statutory reporting ensuring compliance with IFRS, Companies Act 2017, Tax Laws, SOE Act, PSW Act, and other applicable laws and regulations
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain strong internal financial controls, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and traceability of all financial transactions in the ERP (Oracle NetSuite), and maintain a robust internal control framework on payment authorization, segregation of duties, reconciliations, and audit trails
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor treasury, liquidity, and cash flow to ensure availability of funds for operational and capital requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Supervise the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, management accounts, and variance analyses for CFO and Board review
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive best practices in financial discipline across all departments
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with other departments to provide financial insight, cost-validation, performance visibility, and decision-support analytics
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead financial modelling for internal proposals, operational decisions, product costing, and process improvements
 </li>
 <li>
 Financial Reporting, FP&amp;A, Budgeting &amp; Board Dashboards
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead and supervise the budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling providing strategic advice and support to the CFO, CEO and to the Board as required
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare performance dashboards, financial projections, and management reports to support operational efficiency and revenue monitoring
 </li>
 <li>
 Produce executive financial dashboards for the Board and other stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee FP&amp;A, and conduct regular variance analysis, cost recovery analysis, and other analysis to ensure that PSW continues to maintain financial liquidity and long term sustainability
 </li>
 <li>
 Tax Compliance, Planning Support &amp; Risk Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee day-to-day tax compliance, reconciliations, filings, documentation, and withholding accuracy
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide technical input to the CFO and CEO on tax implications of pricing, partnership models, contracts, and international operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify tax and financial risks early and lead mitigation at the operational level
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage tax audits, data preparation, and interactions with authorities on routine matters
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with applicable statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate and support internal, external, and special audits, ensuring timely completion and effective resolution of audit observations
 </li>
 <li>
 Strengthen governance frameworks and SOPs
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee the maintenance of fixed asset records, bank reconciliations, and documentation for all financial activities
 </li>
 <li>
 Support CFO in policy formulation, process documentation, and control framework development
 </li>
 <li>
 Enforce adherence to financial SOPs and continuous improvement of control systems
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee ERP workflows, digital payment interfaces, and system integrations ensuring seamless financial data flow across modules and external platforms besides PSW UPS (WeBOC, SBP DAP, NBP PD, ADC, 1LINK, Commercial Banks)
 </li>
 <li>
 Supervise the automation and reconciliation of PSW and OGA transactions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely settlement of funds, especially where invoices for services rendered are being generated
 </li>
 <li>
 Support FinTech Operations and Analytics teams to design dashboards, exception reports, and automated reconciliation controls that strengthen financial transparency and traceability
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that data integrity and reconciliation processes are embedded in ERP configurations, minimizing manual interventions and data discrepancies
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the digital transformation agenda of PSW by adopting advanced reconciliation tools, API-based integrations, and data analytics for payment and settlement reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure robust data integrity, audit trails, and segregation of duties within ERP and connected FinTech systems, aligning with governance and compliance requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Team Leadership, Capacity Building, and Culture
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead and mentor managers of Accounting, Budgeting, MIS, FP&amp;A and Financial Operations units
 </li>
 <li>
 Set clear objectives, provide feedback, and ensure professional growth of finance team members
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure high ethical standards, operational resilience, and financial discipline across the department
 </li>
 <li>
 Deputize for the CFO when required, representing Finance in cross-functional meetings or external engagements
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualification, Experience &amp; Skills:
 
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 Member Accounting body (CA, ACCA, ICMA, CPA) recognized by IFAC. Candidates having additional qualifications such as CFA or MBA (Finance) from a top tiered university shall be preferred.
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or audit, including at least 5 years in a senior management or leadership role in a large organization or public-sector enterprise. Experience with fintech, digital payments, large-scale integrations, or multi-entity setups shall be considered an advantage
 
 
 
 Technical Proficiency:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of IFRS, Companies Act 2017, related Corporate Laws, Tax Laws, SOE Act 2023, and public-sector reporting frameworks
 </li>
 <li>
 ERP-based financial management systems (Oracle NetSuite preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 Budgeting, financial modeling, treasury management, and audit liaison
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Competitive salary
 </li>
 <li>
 Fuel Card
 </li>
 <li>
 Health benefits
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional development opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Inclusive work culture &amp; much more
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Karandaaz Pakistan

<div><div><div><h6 class="jobSectionHeader">Reporting Structure</h6>
This role will be in the Research, Marketing &amp; Communications Department and the reporting line under Director Strategic Initiatives .</div><div><div>
About Us</div>

Karandaaz Pakistan (KRN) is a not-for-profit organization, based out of Islamabad, registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan under Section 42 of the Companies Act 2017. The entity has been seeded by Enterprise and Asset Growth Programme of UK&rsquo;s Foreign, Commonwealth &amp; Development Office (FCDO) and our digital finance initiatives are being funded by the Gates Foundation.

KRN is guided by the vision of Investing for Shared Prosperity and driven by the mission to enhance capabilities of the financial and digital ecosystem through investments, innovations, and strategic partnerships for inclusive, green and sustainable growth.
<div>
Karandaaz Research:</div>

Supports the company&rsquo;s core development goals by developing and disseminating evidence-based insights and solutions to inform and influence markets and the financial ecosystem. It undertakes applied research on market systems and delivery models, translating findings into actionable policy, regulatory, and market recommendations for internal and external stakeholders including regulators and policy makers.

Research focuses on four core thematic areas: Digital financial services and payment systems; SME and enterprise financing; Green/ Climate finance; and Inclusion (digital, financial, gender, and geographic), with women&rsquo;s economic empowerment embedded as a cross-cutting priority.
<div>
Position Summary</div>

The Senior Manager Research &amp; Insights will be responsible for leading and continuously strengthening Karandaaz Pakistan&rsquo;s research, insights, and knowledge-generation function. The role ensures that all research initiatives are strategically aligned, methodologically sound, policy-relevant, and communicated effectively to internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent will play a critical role in shaping the research agenda, translating evidence into actionable insights, and supporting strategic decision-making across Karandaaz&rsquo;s programs and initiatives.

The position requires a blend of strategic thinking, domain knowledge across different sectors, technical research expertise, people leadership, and strong project management skills to ensure timely delivery of high-quality research outputs that advance Karandaaz&rsquo;s objectives in digital finance, small growing business finance, and financial inclusion.
<div>
Job Responsibilities</div>

Strategic Leadership &amp; Quality Management
<ul>
<li>Define the long-term roadmap for the Research &amp; Insights stream, ensuring it supports KRN&rsquo;s mission and organizational priorities.</li>
<li>Establish and enforce rigorous research methodologies, research tools, quality assurance protocols, and ethical guidelines to ensure all outputs are compliant with organizational requirements and analytically sound.</li>
<li>Lead, mentor, and build a high-performance team while managing budgets, forecasts, and cost-efficiency.</li>
<li>Drive process improvements through research automation and the adoption of advanced analytical tools.</li>
</ul>
Research Planning &amp; Execution
<ul>
<li>Lead the design of qualitative and quantitative studies, defining sampling strategies, analytical frameworks, and core research questions.</li>
<li>Oversee the end-to-end research lifecycle, from data collection and statistical analysis to the synthesis of complex datasets into actionable insights with the help of suitable partners.</li>
<li>Ensure the timely delivery of multiple workstreams, maintaining rigor across diverse thematic areas and tight deadlines.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge Management &amp; Thought Leadership
<ul>
<li>Oversee the creation of high-impact policy briefs, working papers, and research reports tailored for diverse audiences.</li>
<li>Partner with the Marketing and Communications teams to share findings through seminars, workshops, and digital platforms.</li>
<li>Position Karandaaz as a thought leader in the financial inclusion and digital finance landscape through evidence-based advocacy and policy dialogue.</li>
</ul>
Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Strategic Support
<ul>
<li>Act as an internal consultant to integrate research insights into program design and support the Director Strategic Initiatives on special projects.</li>
<li>Coordinate with external consultants, academic institutions, and research firms, ensuring high-quality deliverables and contract compliance.</li>
<li>Provide rapid-response analytical support and trend monitoring for Senior Management and the Board.</li>
</ul>
<div>Eligibility
</div>A preferred candidate will need to have:

Education &amp; Experience
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, , Management, or related field with a strong mastery in analytical/social science research.</li>
<li>At least eight (08) years of managing complex research projects with a proven track record of successfully leading strategic initiatives from conceptualization to implementation, delivering tangible results and impact.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience of strategic planning, budgeting, monitoring, financial reporting, compliance and risk management.</li>
<li>Exposure to private sector development or economic growth teams of Development Finance Institutions (DFIs)/Multilateral institutions will have a competitive advantage.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities
<ul><li>Knowledge across a range of technical areas including project management, MSME finance, credit guarantees and digital financial services.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of Financial Markets, Investment Banking or relevant industries.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of different regulatory regimes, particularly from the financial sector regulators, and sector specific regulators, industry associations, business councils.</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills with a solid foundation in statistical techniques, specifically STATA and/or SPSS.</li>
<li>Proficient English writing and presentation skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to analyze, synthesize, and intuitively present complex research information in concise and compelling reports and presentations.</li>
<li>High Emotional Quotient (EQ) so the individual can work with a wide range of personality styles and effectively hold teams accountable to higher standards of results and pace of delivery.</li>
<li>Entrepreneurial mindset and passion for financial inclusion, digital finance and economic growth via MSME finance and women empowerment.</li>
<li>Genuine desire for learning new concepts and an urge to update knowledge-base with international literature available on thematic areas for refining KRN&rsquo;s offering to the market/partners.</li>
<li>Ability to represent KRN and influence thinking in policy making forums/committees as KRN is regularly invited for lead contributions.</li>
<li>Value for diversity and inclusion as an enabler of high-performance culture.</li>
</ul>
<div>Culture and Values at Karandaaz
</div>Karandaaz espouses the values of Integrity, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Appreciation and Learning Acumen (IDEAL). These values shape our choices on what we do and the approach we take towards it. We also believe that we are all responsible for creating a great place to work and are constantly looking to hire individuals who bring the same level of passion and commitment to the purpose of the organization.
<div>
If you believe in the Karandaaz vision and values and feel excited about the work we are offering, please send us your application for this position.</div>

Karandaaz is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications by all population groups.
</div></div><div><div>Application Deadline: 31 December 2025<div><ul>
 Full-time
 Islamabad
Grade 7
PKR: -</ul></div></div></div></div>

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