Cost Accountant - Inventory Control

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island is seeking a dedicated Cost Accountant/Inventory Controller to manage cost accounting and inventory controls across hospitality operations. You will track inventory transactions, validate ledger postings, and perform variance analyses to ensure accurate costing for all inventory items.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in cost accounting or inventory control, a relevant degree, and strong Excel/data skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in cost accounting or inventory control, preferably in hospitality or a high-volume inventory environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; certification in inventory or cost accounting is a plus.
• Proficiency in ERP and inventory systems (e.g., Oracle, BirchStreet)
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Experience in managing ledgers, inventory costing, variance reporting, and reconciliation
• Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic or other languages are an advantage

Responsibilities

• Track and validate inventory transactions including receipts, transfers and returns
• Ensure journal entries and general ledger entries are posted correctly
• Perform cost variance analysis and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain accurate costing records for all inventory items
• Prepare daily and monthly inventory and cost reports
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to inventory control operations
• Assist in preparing accruals and reconciliations for inventory accounts
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and UAE financial regulations
• Support internal and external audits with documentation and analysis
• Implement cost control measures to reduce waste and improve efficiency
• Work closely with receiving, stores, procurement and F amp B teams to align costing practices
• Assist in recipe costing and yield testing for items stored or processed on property
• Provide financial reports to support management in operational decision-making

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

BirchStreet

Job description

• Track and validate inventory transactions including receipts, transfers and returns
• Ensure journal entries and general ledger entries are posted correctly
• Perform cost variance analysis and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain accurate costing records for all inventory items
• Prepare daily and monthly inventory and cost reports
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to inventory control operations
• Assist in preparing accruals and reconciliations for inventory accounts
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and UAE financial regulations
• Support internal and external audits with documentation and analysis
• Implement cost control measures to reduce waste and improve efficiency
• Work closely with receiving, stores, procurement and F amp B teams to align costing practices
• Assist in recipe costing and yield testing for items stored or processed on property
• Provide financial reports to support management in operational decision-making

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum 3 5 years in cost accounting or inventory control, preferably in hospitality or a high-volume inventory environment
• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; certification in inventory or cost accounting is a plus
• Proficiency in ERP and inventory systems (e.g., Oracle, BirchStreet)
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Experience in managing ledgers, inventory costing, variance reporting, and reconciliation
• Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic or other languages are an advantage