Cost Controller

Job Description

Company Introduction

Our client is a leading company in the hospitality and catering industry.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Review, analyse, and provide explanations for monthly budget and cost variances;
• Carry out spot checks during invoice receipt and posting to ensure accuracy and compliance;
• Analyse monthly cost of goods sold and identify potential efficiency and cost-saving opportunities;
• Monitor wastage and consumables on a monthly basis, highlighting and addressing any cost overruns promptly;
• Conduct stock-takes and ad-hoc inventory checks across different outlets;
• Analyse discrepancies between physical inventory counts and system stock records;
• Prepare and finalise monthly consumption reports;
• Support and implement process improvements to meet operational targets and KPIs.

Experience

• Previous experience in a comparable role;
• Willing and able to travel by car to various store locations as required.

Personal Skills

• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities;
• Confident written and verbal communication skills in English;
• Strong interpersonal skills with a practical, solutions-focused approach;
• Well-organised, with the ability to manage information accurately and efficiently;
• Capable of juggling multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.