Hospitality Cost Controller Lead

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Finance/Accounting professional for its Dubai properties. The role involves monitoring costs, conducting stock audits, and ensuring accuracy of purchases and invoices to align with budget and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has a Finance/Accounting degree, experience with Opera, strong organizational skills, and is proficient in English. Collaboration with hotel leadership and adherence to policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Good oral and written in English
• Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Finance/Accounting
• Working experience in Opera
• Strong organizational skills
• Adhere to the Hotel Handbook, as well as all hotel, finance, and general policies and procedures
• Report problems to Management with suggestions for resolution

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control food, beverage, and operational costs to ensure budget compliance.
• Conduct daily and monthly stock audits, inventory counts, and variance analysis.
• Review purchases, receiving, transfers, and store issues to ensure accuracy and proper documentation.
• Analyze cost reports and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve profitability.
• Calculate and maintain food and beverage recipe costs.
• Check voids, discounts, complimentary items, promotions, and staff meals.

Skills

English proficiency

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Opera

Job description

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Finance/Accounting professional for its Dubai properties. The role involves monitoring costs, conducting stock audits, and ensuring accuracy of purchases and invoices to align with budget and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has a Finance/Accounting degree, experience with Opera, strong organizational skills, and is proficient in English. Collaboration with hotel leadership and adherence to policies are essential.