Financial Data Analyst

Delivery Hero; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Specialist Accounts Planning to manage financial operations related to logistics. This role is crucial for ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial transactions with 3PL partners. You will oversee financial reconciliations, manage high-volume data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting and payment efficiency. If you have a strong background in finance and are detail-oriented, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading local delivery platform operating in over 70 countries. Join us in delivering amazing experiences to customers worldwide!

Qualifications

• 3+ years in finance, accounting, or logistics finance.
• Strong understanding of payroll processing and accounts payable.

Responsibilities

• Manage 3PL financial transactions and ensure accurate service fee calculations.
• Oversee financial compliance and maintain clear financial documentation.

Skills

Financial reconciliation

Cost management

Data analytics

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Bachelor’s degree in finance

Tools

Excel

Looker

Tableau

Job description

About the opportunity

At Talabat, we are redefining the future of food and logistics. Our operations rely on a seamless network of riders and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure timely and reliable deliveries. The Specialist Accounts Planning plays a critical role in managing financial operations related to 3PL invoicing and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial transactions.

Role summary

The Specialist Accounts Planning is responsible for managing the end-to-end financial processes related to logistics commercials, 3PL payments, financial reconciliations and controls. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations, working closely with 3PL partners, internal logistics teams, and the finance department.

What’s On Your Plate?

1. Manage 3PL financial transactions, ensuring accurate service fee calculations, deductions, and timely invoice reconciliation.
2. Oversee financial compliance, tracking payouts, closing balances, and outstanding dues for 3PL partners.
3. Ensure transparency in deductions and compensations, handling disputes and maintaining clear financial documentation.
4. Monitor financial controls over rider-related equipment, inventory, and operational expenses.
5. Collaborate with finance and logistics teams to enhance reporting, compliance, and payment efficiency.

What you need to be successful

What Did We Order?

1. Experience & Industry Knowledge: 3+ years in finance, accounting, or logistics finance.
2. Financial Expertise: Strong understanding of payroll processing, accounts payable, financial reconciliation, and cost management.
3. Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Excel, Looker, Tableau, or similar data analytics tools for financial tracking and reporting.
4. Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Ability to manage high-volume financial data, identify discrepancies, and drive data-driven decision-making.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work with finance, logistics, and operations teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
6. Communication & Stakeholder Management: Strong verbal and written communication skills to highlight financial risks, discrepancies, and opportunities to key stakeholders.
7. Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
8. Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Proactive and results-driven approach to addressing financial challenges in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Who we are

talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.