The Cost Controller plays a crucial role in managing and optimizing costs – with emphasis on direct material costs - within the Finance department at Cilantro. This position involves monitoring expenses, analyzing financial data, and implementing strategies to ensure cost efficiency and profitability are maintained.
Responsibilities
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Record & Monitoring
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Review, record and control all inbound and outbound material transactions in/out of all inventory locations (stores & warehouses)
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Review supplier goods receiving notes and match it to internal records.
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Analyze and monitor daily DMC & stock levels at stores
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Inventory Control
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Conduct regular store audit visits "Material & Cash Spot Check“
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Conduct regular analysis of F&B costs.
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Generate detailed reports on cost variances (Budget vs Actual) and (Actual vs Standard)
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Reporting & Analysis
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Provide insights and recommendations based on cost analysis
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Implement and maintain effective inventory management procedures.
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Menu Costing
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Collaborate with chefs and menu planners to cost out menu items.
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Regularly review and update menu costs based on ingredient prices.
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Analyze menu engineering data to maximize profitability.
Requirements
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Bachelor of Accounting/Finance (or any other relevant field)
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Years of experience: - 2 to 3 years
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Preferably holds other functional qualifications: FMVA, CMA