food and beverage cost controller

Accor

<div>Company Description 
Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.
Take the opportunity to become a Heartist&reg;, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster. 
Job Description 
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical F&amp;B Cost Controller to join our team at Swissotel Corniche Park Towers Doha, Qatar. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the food and beverage cost control processes for our organization, ensuring maximum profitability while maintaining quality standards.<ul><li>
Analyze food and beverage costs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures</li><li>
Monitor inventory levels and conduct regular stock takes to minimize waste and prevent shortages</li><li>
Develop and maintain accurate recipe costing systems for all menu items</li><li>
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports on F&amp;B operations</li><li>
Collaborate with chefs and F&amp;B managers to optimize menu pricing and product mix</li><li>
Review and validate vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with agreed-upon prices</li><li>
Implement and maintain effective portion control measures across all F&amp;B outlets</li><li>
Conduct regular audits of F&amp;B outlets to ensure adherence to cost control procedures</li><li>
Train staff on cost control measures and best practices in inventory management</li><li>
Analyze market trends and competitor pricing to maintain competitive advantage</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Accounting, or related field</li><li>
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in F&amp;B cost control or related field, preferably in a hospitality or restaurant setting</li><li>
Proficiency in financial management software (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills</li><li>
Strong knowledge of food and beverage industry standards and practices</li><li>
Excellent mathematical and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail</li><li>
Experience with inventory management systems and practices</li><li>
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines</li><li>
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various departments</li><li>
Professional certification in cost control or hospitality management is preferred</li><li>
Familiarity with local food and beverage regulations in Qatar is a plus</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
Your team and working environment: 
In 1-2 sentences, introduce the team, property or office environment in a way that reflects the culture 
Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits</div>

F&B Cost Controller

Danone

<div>
 
 About The Job
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;re looking for fulfillment; we&rsquo;re looking for You!
 
 
 
 
 Operations Business Controller
 
 
 
 As an Operations Business Controller, you will lead financial strategy and performance management across Operations (Factory, Farm, Logistics, Procurement), ensuring cost optimization, investment discipline, and strong governance while developing a high-performing finance team.
 
 
 As an Operations Business Controller, you will be doing the following activities
 
 
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 Strategic Finance Partnership
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 Serve as the lead finance business partner to the Ops Director and functional heads (Factory, Farm, Logistics, Procurement).
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 Translate operational drivers (yields, mix, volumes, productivity, material variances, farm KPIs, logistics efficiency) into clear financial implications and recommendations.
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 Challenge and influence decision-making to optimize COGS, inventory, and CapEx returns.
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 Prepare and deliver concise performance narratives, dashboards, and steering committee materials.
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 Team Leadership &amp; Development
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 Lead, coach, and develop a team of five budget controllers across two legal entities; set objectives, upskill in analytics/business partnering, and create a performance culture.
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 Streamline ways of working, standardize templates, and foster best-practice sharing across entities.
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 COGS Performance, Forecasting &amp; Closing
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 Own the rolling forecast, annual budget, and monthly closing for COGS across materials, factory, farm, and logistics.
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 Drive root cause analysis of variances (PPV, usage/yield, conversion costs, labor, energy, farm costs, transport).
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 Ensure timely and accurate accruals, provisions, and cost allocations; safeguard the integrity of standard costs and BOMs in ERP.
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 Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Farm, and Procurement to deliver cost
 
 
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 About You
 
 
 
 Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Business/Accounting
 
 
 8 to 10 years' experience
 
 
 Experience in Managing teams
 
 
 Experience in senior finance role
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Danone&rsquo;s mission is bringing health through food to as many people as possible and we want to invite people to join the movement for a healthier world. We recognize the power of people have to impact the world through daily choices. Each time we eat and drink, we vote for the world we want to live in. We believe a healthy body needs healthy food. And healthy food needs a healthy planet and this is what our new signature One Planet One Health embodies.
 
 
 
 What we offer?
 
 
 
 We believe everyone has talent, something which comes natural to you. Your uniqueness is something which brings both excellence as well as energizes you.
 
 
 Don't hesitate to get back to us for any inquiries
 
 
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Operations Business Controller

Imtiaz Group (SMC Private) Ltd.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical &ldquo;Cost Controller&rdquo; to oversee kitchen cost management and ensure accuracy in recipes and bill of materials (BOMs). The ideal candidate will play a key role in controlling food costs, maintaining standardization and improving operational efficiency.Qualification:Master&rsquo;s degree in Finance, AccountingExperience:Minimum 3&ndash;5 years of relevant experience in cost control, preferably in the food or retail industry.Key Responsibilities:* Develop, standardize, and validate recipes and Bills of Materials (BOMs) in coordination with culinary and production teams.* Ensure accuracy of ingredient quantities, yields, and costing in all recipes and menu items.* Conduct periodic kitchen audits to assess food cost, wastage, and adherence to portion control standards.* Monitor and enforce portion control mechanisms to ensure consistency and cost efficiency.* Analyze cost variances between theoretical and actual consumption, highlighting discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.* Track daily, weekly, and monthly food cost trends and prepare detailed variance and performance reports.* Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to ensure cost-effective sourcing without compromising quality.Implement and maintain cost control policies, SOPs, and internal checks across kitchen operations.* Support menu engineering initiatives by providing cost analysis and profitability insights.* Identify opportunities for cost optimization, waste reduction, and process improvements.Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs80,000.00 - Rs110,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Cost Controller

Marriott International

<div>Additional Information 
Job Number26075831 
Job CategoryFood and Beverage &amp; Culinary 
LocationCentral Area District, Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia 
ScheduleFull Time 
Located Remotely?N 
Position Type Management 
<div><div>JOB SUMMARY
Functions as the strategic business leader of the property&rsquo;s food and beverage/culinary operation, including Restaurants/Bars, Room Service and Banquets/Catering, where applicable. Position oversees the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position ensures the food and beverage/culinary operation meets the brand&rsquo;s target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, and focuses on growing revenues and maximizing the financial performance of the department. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand&rsquo;s target customer and property employees and provides a return on investment.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
<ul><li>High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.</li></ul>
OR
<ul><li>2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 4 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.</li></ul>
Skills and Knowledge
<ul><li>Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Management of Financial Resources - Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Applied Business Knowledge - Understanding market dynamics, enterprise level objectives and important aspects of the company&rsquo;s business to accurately diagnose strengths and weaknesses, anticipate opportunities and risks, identify issues, and develop strategies and plans. Aligning individual and team actions with strategies and plans to drive business results.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Management of Material Resources - Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.</li></ul>
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Developing and Maintaining Food and Beverage/Culinary Goals
<ul><li>Sets expectations and holds food and beverage leadership team accountable for demonstrating desired service behaviors.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Reviews financial reports and statements to determine how Food and Beverage is performing against budget.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Makes recommendations for CAPEX funding of food and beverage equipment and renovations in accordance with brand business strategy.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Works with food and beverage leadership team to determine areas of concern and develops strategies to improve the department&rsquo;s financial performance.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Establishes challenging, realistic and obtainable goals to guide operation and performance.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Strives to improve service performance.</li></ul>
Developing and Maintaining Budgets
<ul><li>Develops and manages Food and Beverage budget.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Monitors the department&rsquo;s actual and projected sales to ensure revenue goals are met or exceeded and opportunities are identified and addressed.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensures cash control and liquor control policies are in place in food &amp; beverage areas and followed by all related employees.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Focuses on maintaining profit margins without compromising guest or employee satisfaction.</li></ul>
Leading Food and Beverage/Culinary Team
<ul><li>Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Identifies opportunities to increase profits and create value by challenging existing processes, encouraging innovation and driving necessary change.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensures that regular, on-going communication occurs in all areas of food and beverage (e.g., pre-meal briefings, staff meetings, culinary team).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with direct reports and entire food &amp; beverage team. Ensures direct reports do the same for their team.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develops a food and beverage operating strategy that is aligned with the brand&rsquo;s business strategy and leads its execution.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Stays aware of market trends and introduces new food and beverage products to meet or exceed customer expectations, generate increased revenue and ensure a competitive position in the market.</li></ul>
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
<ul><li>Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Reviews findings from comment cards and guest satisfaction results with F&amp; B team and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Reviews comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Empowers employees to provide excellent guest service.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Estimates cost and benefit ratio, maintaining balance between profit and service satisfaction.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Shares plans to take corrective action based on comment cards and guest satisfaction results with property leadership.</li></ul>
Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities
<ul><li>Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coaches and supports food &amp; beverage leadership team to effectively manage wages, food &amp; beverage cost and controllable expenses (e.g., restaurant supplies, uniforms, etc.).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Hires food &amp; beverage leadership team members who demonstrate strong functional expertise, creativity and entrepreneurial leadership to meet the business needs of the operation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for successful performance.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensures that expectations and objectives are clearly communicated to subordinates; subordinates are also open to raise questions and/or concerns.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Brings issues to the attention of Human Resources as necessary.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coaches team by providing specific feedback to improve performance.</li></ul>
Additional Responsibilities
<ul><li>Informs and/or update the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Estimate food, liquor, wine, and other beverage consumption in order to anticipate amounts to be purchased or requisitioned.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Order and purchase equipment and supplies.</li></ul> 
</div>
<div></div>At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
Quando entri a far parte della famiglia Sheraton diventi un componente della sua community globale. Dal 1937 siamo un luogo di incontro e di connessione. All'interno di Sheraton, i dipendenti creano un senso di appartenenza in oltre 400 comunit&agrave; di tutto il mondo. Invitiamo, accogliamo e mettiamo in contatto gli ospiti attraverso esperienze coinvolgenti e un servizio attento. Se ami il lavoro di squadra e trovi motivazione dall'offrire un'esperienza significativa per gli ospiti, ti invitiamo a esplorare la tua prossima opportunit&agrave; di lavoro con Sheraton. Unisciti a noi nella nostra mission di essere &quot;il luogo di ritrovo per eccellenza&quot;. Entrando a far parte di Sheraton Hotels &amp; Resorts ti unirai a un portfolio di brand con Marriott International. Scegli un ambiente dove puoi svolgere al meglio il tuo lavoro, iniziare il tuo percorso verso i tuoi obiettivi entrare a far parte di un fantastico team globale e diventare la versione migliore di te.</div></div>

Dir-Food & Beverage

Park Lights Hospitality

Senior Accountant / ControllerPark Lights Hospitality - Winter Park, FloridaAbout Park Lights HospitalityPark Lights Hospitality (PLH) is an independent, multi-concept restaurant group based in Winter Park, Florida, operating Prato Winter Park and Luke&rsquo;s Kitchen &amp; Bar in Maitland. We are in an active national expansion phase - with locations under development in Bethesda and Nashville and a growing pipeline of upscale, full-service concepts across multiple markets. Our first phase of growth will achieve 8 locations spread nationwide, with the second phase in planning.We build high-volume, beloved restaurants that are designed with intention, operated with discipline, and experienced by guests as something genuinely different. Our concepts are polished without being precious, ambitious without being corporate, and rooted in hospitality. While our craft is serving acclaimed food and drinks, we believe our purpose is connection, and the guest experience is everything.We are growing fast. That growth requires infrastructure that matches the standards we hold inside our restaurants - and we&rsquo;re building that infrastructure now, with the people who want to grow alongside us.The RoleWe are looking for a Senior Accountant / Controller who is exceptionally organized, technically proficient, and genuinely passionate about the hospitality industry. This is not a strategic finance role - it is an execution role, and we mean that as a compliment. We need someone who takes deep pride in running a clean, tight, fully documented financial operation and who understands that in a multi-concept restaurant group, the details are everything.You will own the day-to-day financial infrastructure of PLH: the books, the taxes, the leases, the compliance calendar, and the vendor relationships. You will assist and compile critical close data and P&amp;L information, and work in close coordination with the VP of Finance and our operations and culinary teams. You will also collaborate and help oversee an outsourced AP function and a light-load accounting partner, as well as collaborating with internal and outsourced HR resources.PLH is at an inflection point - and we know it. Legacy habits and systems are being unwound, rethought, and rebuilt from the ground up. The person who joins now gets to help shape that foundation, and to do it alongside a team of professionals that doesn&rsquo;t exist anywhere else in independent hospitality.This is a role for someone established in their career who is still hungry, organized to a fault, and wants to grow and continue to learn inside a company that is building something worth being part of.What You&rsquo;ll Own<ul><li>Full-cycle accounting and month-end close processes across all PLH entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Monthly financial statements, supporting schedules, and account reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial reporting</li><li>Prepare and maintain multi-entity consolidations, intercompany reconciliations, and elimination entries to ensure accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting</li><li>Develop and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Coordinate sales tax, payroll tax, income tax compliance and other regulatory compliance filings with external advisors and service providers</li><li>Maintain lease abstracts and monitor critical lease obligations, including renewal options, percentage rent provisions, insurance requirements, and key compliance dates (in coordination with the VP)</li><li>Administer vendor contracts, certificates of insurance, and key document management</li><li>Perform cash management activities, including daily cash monitoring, bank reconciliations, and liquidity reporting in coordination with the VP</li><li>Oversee outsourced accounts payable functions, including invoice review, approval workflows, vendor relationship management, and payment controls</li><li>Payroll processing and accuracy in coordination with HR and third-party payroll provider</li><li>Support annual audits, tax engagements, lender requests, and other financial reporting requirements by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation</li><li>Pre-opening cost tracking and accounting for new unit development (full-scale NRO support for the VP and operations team &ndash; an opportunity to gain experience in NRO and new deal analysis and management)</li><li>Manage multi-state compliance activities, including sales tax registrations, business license renewals, entity setup, and regulatory compliance for new market expansions</li><li>Primary administrator of Restaurant365 (R365) including chart of accounts management, entity setup, reporting integrity and system maintenance</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Looking ForExperience<ul><li>3-5+ years of accounting experience, with a non-negotiable of meaningful time inside a restaurant, hospitality, or multi-unit food &amp; beverage environment</li><li>Multi-entity / multi-concept experience strongly preferred</li><li>Upscale or full-service restaurant background is a significant advantage</li><li>Restaurant365 (R365) proficiency strongly preferred; other restaurant accounting systems considered</li><li>Familiarity with the Toast POS platform</li><li>Outsourced partnership management and coordination highly preferred</li><li>Tax proficiency and experience highly preferred</li></ul>Skills &amp; Attributes<ul><li>Exceptional organizational skills - you manage deadlines, not just tasks</li><li>Detail orientation that is genuinely part of how you work, not just how you describe yourself</li><li>Clean, clear written communication - you can summarize financial information simply</li><li>Comfort working across outsourced partners and internal stakeholders</li><li>Ability to manage up effectively and flag issues before they become problems</li><li>Familiarity with lease documentation and critical date management</li><li>Solid understanding of sales tax, payroll tax, and multi-state compliance basics</li><li>You are a kind, decent, and even-tempered person who enjoys good food, restaurants, and working with your team members to drive excellence and standards while lifting and leaning on each other</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required</li><li>CPA preferred but not required - the right experience matters more than the credential</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Location<ul><li>Base Salary: Starting at $90,000, with serious upward consideration commensurate with experience</li><li>Bonus: Performance-based</li><li>Location: Winter Park, Florida - on-site role; local candidates strongly preferred (hybrid considered)</li><li>Benefits package including health insurance, 401K, and PTO</li></ul>Who Thrives HereYou are precise without being rigid. You take ownership. You communicate effectively and actively listen first to understand, then to take action. You understand that a restaurant group running multiple concepts across multiple markets lives and dies by the quality of its back office, and you want to be the person who makes that back-office exceptional.You are not the loudest person in the room. You are the most prepared. You believe good hospitality extends beyond the dining room - and you want to work somewhere that believes the same thing.We are not a finished thing. PLH is evolving and driving positive change, rethinking how we operate, and building the infrastructure that matches where we are going. If you want to put your stamp on something real - on the systems, the standards, and the culture of a group that is becoming something - this is that seat.Park Lights Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer.Pay: From $90,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Senior Accountant / Controller

Cut and Go Salon for Men and Kids

Coffee Partners W.L.L. is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant / Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of our growing Food &amp; Beverage business. The successful candidate will manage the accounting function across multiple business units, ensure compliance with financial regulations, support strategic decision-making, and lead the finance team.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the complete accounting cycle for multiple F&amp;B outlets.</li><li>Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Produce monthly Profit &amp; Loss (P&amp;L) reports and management reports.</li><li>Lead the month-end and year-end closing process.</li><li>Maintain the General Ledger and perform account reconciliations.</li><li>Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements, and customer accounts.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and prepare cash forecasts.</li><li>Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts.</li><li>Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Bahrain financial regulations and applicable tax requirements.</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audits.</li><li>Process payroll-related accounting entries.</li><li>Monitor inventory valuation and cost of goods sold.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.</li><li>Implement and improve financial controls and accounting procedures.</li><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff.</li><li>Support management with financial analysis for business expansion and investment decisions.</li><li>Perform any other finance-related duties assigned by management.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</li><li>Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CPA, or CMA is highly preferred.</li><li>Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, preferably within the Food &amp; Beverage, Hospitality, or Retail industry.</li><li>Minimum 2 years in a senior or supervisory accounting position.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems, Tally, or similar accounting software.</li><li>Immediate availability will be an advantage.</li></ul>Preferred Experience<ul><li>Multi-branch accounting.</li><li>Restaurant, caf&eacute;, bakery, or hospitality operations.</li><li>Inventory and recipe costing.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Financial analysis and business planning.</li><li>Audit coordination.</li><li>Internal controls and compliance.</li></ul>If you have a passion for finance and experience in the Food &amp; Beverage industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your updated CV.Work Location: In person

Senior Accountant / Finance Manager (F&B)

Mane USA

<div><div>MANE is a 5th generation French family-owned business known for innovation and progress in the world of Flavor and Fragrance. As sensation enthusiasts, we strive to provide exceptional moments in people&rsquo;s daily lives through the timeless flavors and fragrances we create. With our passion, creativity, and innovation, &ldquo;We capture what moves&rdquo;.</div><div></div><div> 
We are adding a Senior Controller to our team at our Development Center in Lebanon, Ohio! The Senior Controller has a critical role in supporting financial performance and decision-making across our flavor manufacturing operations. This role will provide advanced cost analysis, margin optimization, and business partnering, ensuring cost control and transparency. It will collaborate closely with Operations, R&amp;D, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to help drive growth and profitability - without direct people management responsibilities.</div><div></div><div> 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</div><div><ul><li>
Product Costing &amp; Analysis<ul><li>
Calculate and monitor standard and actual costs for flavor products, ensuring accuracy in SAP and related systems.</li><li>
Analyze variances (materials, labor, overhead) and provide feedback to Operations, Pricing and R&amp;D.</li><li>
Ensure accurate BOMs and routings in collaboration with R&amp;D and Production, supporting new product introductions and recipe changes.</li></ul></li><li>
Margin &amp; Profitability Analysis<ul><li>
Perform in-depth margin analysis by product, customer, and business segment, leveraging global reporting tools.</li><li>
Support Commercial teams with pricing, scenario modeling, and customer profitability analysis.</li><li>
Identify opportunities for margin improvement through cost optimization, waste reduction, and process improvements.</li></ul></li><li>
Financial Planning &amp; Reporting<ul><li>
Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting, for total company and business segments.</li><li>
Prepare monthly management reports, including KPIs, manufacturing variances, and inventory analysis, for local and regional leadership.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with MANE&rsquo;s internal controls, financial policies, and group reporting standards.</li></ul></li><li>
Business Partnering &amp; Projects<ul><li>
Serve as a Controlling partner for Operations, R&amp;D, and Supply Chain, providing financial insights for process improvement and cost-saving initiatives.</li><li>
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisions at local and regional levels.</li></ul></li><li>
Systems, Tools, and Reporting<ul><li>
Actively engaged in the S4/Hana upgrade of SAP.</li><li>
Leverage SAP (CO/FI/MM/PP modules) and SAP Analytical Cloud (SAC) reporting for data accuracy, reporting integrity, and process integration.</li><li>
Develop and maintain dashboards and reports in Power BI to provide real-time visibility into performance metrics.</li><li>
Drive continuous improvement in financial processes using digital tools and automation.</li></ul></li><li>
Continuous Improvement<ul><li>
Identify and implement best practices in controlling, cost management, and reporting.</li><li>
Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate provision of financial data and documentation.</li></ul></li><li>
Other duties in support of company objectives</li><li>
Consistent with MANE&rsquo;s environmental commitments, every employee shall actively participate in relevant education/training based upon corporate and local environmental objectives. Management shall support and facilitate the actions within their teams to effectively and adequately implement environmental policies, procedures and practices, as well as promote continual improvement consistent with environmental goals.</li></ul></div><div>
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:</div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in finance or accounting required, CMA a plus.</li><li>
10+ years of progressive experience in controlling, cost accounting, or financial analysis in a manufacturing environment.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of SAP S4/Hana (FI/CO, MM, PP modules), Excel, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI).</li><li>
Industry experience in flavor, fragrance, food ingredients, or specialty chemicals is highly preferred.</li><li>
Excellent analytical, communication, and business partnering skills.</li><li>
Experience working in an international environment is a plus.</li></ul></div><div>
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS:</div><div><ul><li>
Ability to translate data into actionable insights for business partners.</li><li>
Strong cross-functional collaboration, especially with R&amp;D, Production, and Commercial teams.</li><li>
Commitment to MANE&rsquo;s values: innovation, excellence, and sustainability.</li><li>
Strategic and analytical thinking with a hands-on approach</li><li>
Ability to influence cross-functional and remote teams</li><li>
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on systems and automation</li></ul></div><div>
MANE offers industry leading benefits including a generous PTO plan. Additional benefits include paid holidays, annual year-end shutdown, annual and bi-weekly 401(k) contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, employee assistance programs and many more. MANE is known for having a culture that focuses on our employees and their well-being. See for yourself why our employees love working at MANE!</div><div></div><div> 
MANE is an equal opportunity employer.</div></div><div></div>

Senior Controller

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