Assistant Cost Controller

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is seeking an Assistant Cost Controller for their Dubai location. You will play a key role in monitoring operational costs, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with cost control standards. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in finance or hospitality management and experience in the luxury hotel sector, excelling in analytical skills and detail-oriented tasks. Join a luxury hotel team and contribute to its financial success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in cost control or finance, preferably in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of inventory systems and financial reporting.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze daily cost of food, beverage, and inventory items.
• Assist in preparing cost reports and budgets for management review.
• Conduct regular stock checks and inventory audits.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Hotel financial systems (e.g., Sun, FMC)

Job description

Bachelor of Hotel Management(Hotel Management), Bachelor of Business Administration(Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai within the Finance Department in Dubai, the Assistant Cost Controller is responsible for monitoring and analyzing the hotel s operational costs to ensure financial efficiency and accuracy. They assist in tracking food, beverage, and other inventory expenses, preparing cost reports, and supporting budgeting processes. This role requires close collaboration with the purchasing, culinary, and accounting departments to maintain cost control standards and compliance. The Assistant Cost Controller reports to Cost Controller

As an Assistant Cost Controller, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Monitor and analyze daily cost of food, beverage, and other inventory items to ensure accurate tracking and control.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining cost reports, budgets, and variance analyses for management review.
• Conduct regular spot checks and inventory audits to ensure stock accuracy and prevent wastage or pilferage.
• Coordinate with purchasing and receiving teams to verify incoming goods and ensure correct pricing and quantity.
• Support month-end closing by reconciling stock data and ensuring timely submission of cost-related reports.
• Ensure all cost control procedures comply with hotel standards and local financial regulations.

As an Assistant Cost Controller, we expect from you:

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 3 years of experience in cost control or finance, preferably in the hospitality or luxury hotel sector.
• Strong knowledge of inventory systems, cost control procedures, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hotel financial systems (e.g., Sun or FMC).
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.

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