Cost Clerk | Al-Futtaim Automotive

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC) in Abu Dhabi seeks a Cost Clerk to review and cost completed workshop job cards daily. You will ensure labour hours, repair times, and codes are accurately allocated for invoicing.

The role requires strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail, with proficiency in Excel/Word and SAP. Minimum 2 years in a related reception role is preferred; aviation credentials are not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school/technical education required.
• Trade cert in automotive engineering preferred.
• At least 2 years in a similar reception-related role.
• Experience with SAP Dealer System preferred.
• Strong numerical and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, cost, and process completed workshop job cards daily.
• Ensure labour hours and repair times are correctly claimed and allocated.
• Verify correct job codes, repair incidents, and repair codes.
• Capture labour, consumables, oils, paint, materials, and sublet items for invoicing.
• Return incomplete or incorrect job cards with clear correction reasons.
• Support accurate workshop invoicing and minimize lost hours.
• Monitor outstanding repairs and escalate as needed.
• Review Work in Progress to ensure cards are processed.
• Maintain records and follow operational processes.
• Use SAP and other systems to support costing and processing.

Skills

Aftersales processes

Numerical accuracy

Job cards & repair codes

Excel & Word

SAP knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Trade certificate in Mechanical Automotive Engineering

Tools

SAP Dealer System

Job description

Overview of the Role

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and experienced in automotive Aftersales administration and job costing?

We are currently building a strong pool of talented Cost Clerks for future opportunities across the UAE.

As a Cost Clerk, you will play an important role in supporting Aftersales operations by ensuring completed job cards are accurately reviewed, processed, and costed. You will help ensure labour, consumables, oils, paint, materials, and sublet items are correctly invoiced and allocated to the appropriate repair codes.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers and systems, has excellent attention to detail, and understands the importance of accuracy and efficiency within a busy automotive workshop environment.

What You Will Do

• Review, verify, cost, and process completed workshop job cards on a daily basis.
• Ensure labour hours and repair times are correctly claimed and allocated against each repair.
• Verify the correct allocation of job codes, repair incidents, and associated repair codes.
• Ensure labour, consumables, oils, paint, materials, and sublet items are accurately captured for invoicing.
• Return incomplete or incorrect job cards to the relevant team with clear reasons for correction.
• Support accurate workshop invoicing and help minimize lost productive hours.
• Monitor outstanding and uncosted repairs and escalate where required.
• Review Work in Progress to ensure job cards are processed and costed.
• Maintain accurate records and follow established operational processes.
• Use SAP and other relevant systems to support accurate job costing and processing.

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Skills to Be Successful

• Good understanding of automotive workshop and Aftersales processes.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of job cards, repair codes, labour hours, and workshop costing.
• Good computer literacy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• SAP or automotive dealer management system knowledge is preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

What Equips You for the Role

• High school, college, university, or relevant technical education.
• Government or National Trade Certificate in Mechanical Automotive Engineering as a minimum technical qualification.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar reception-related role.
• Good knowledge of automotive Aftersales and workshop operations.
• SAP Dealer System knowledge is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Good command of the English language.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills.
• A proactive, task-oriented, and team-focused approach.