Le Gray Hotel is seeking a Cost Controller to join our Finance team and play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our purchasing, inventory, and cost control systems while supporting operational excellence across the hotel.
Key Responsibilities:
• Monitor purchasing, inventory, and cost control procedures to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Analyze food & beverage costs, sales performance, inventory, and operational data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain the accuracy of inventory and Point of Sale (POS) systems, including recipes, menu items, and product costing.
• Participate in stock takes, investigate variances, and ensure accurate inventory reporting.
• Prepare and review cost control reports and provide insights to support informed business decisions.
• Collaborate with Finance, Food & Beverage, Purchasing, and other departments to strengthen operational controls and maximize profitability.
• Support budgeting activities and ensure the effective utilization of inventory management systems.
Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of previous experience in Cost Control, Inventory Control, or Finance within the hospitality industry is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hotel POS/Inventory Management systems (experience with Jana stock management system is preferred).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
