Internship Cost Controller

Aimbridge; Gent; Sur place; EUR 8 370; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Monthly internship allowance of €750

Hands-on experience in finance

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Dynamic team environment

Résumé du poste

A well-known hotel in Ghent is offering an internship as a Cost Control Intern. You will be part of the Finance team, assisting with inventory control, cost analysis, and financial reporting. The role requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, with a monthly allowance of €750. This opportunity provides hands-on experience in a dynamic hotel environment and mentorship from finance professionals. Candidates studying finance or hotel management are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy.
• Eager to learn and flexible in approach to tasks.

Responsabilités

• Support Cost Controller in monitoring and analysing operational costs.
• Assist with inventory and stock control for various departments.
• Help implement digital tools for cost monitoring.

Connaissances

Strong analytical skills

Numerical skills

Proficient with Excel

Fluent English

Team player

Formation

Studying finance, accounting, hotel management, or related field

Outils

Opera

Symphony

Lightspeed

Venice

Birchstreet

Description du poste

The Ghent Marriott Hotel blends modern luxury with historic charm, located along the iconic Korenlei in the heart of Ghent. As part of Marriott International, we strive to provide an exceptional experience not only for our guests but also for our associates and interns. Our team is built around a people-first approach, both on the floor and behind the scenes.

About the Internship

Are you interested in finance and hospitality and eager to gain hands‑on experience in cost control across multiple hotels? As a Cost Control Intern, you will join our Finance team in Ghent and support the Cost Controller in monitoring, analysing, and optimising operational costs. You will learn how finance drives efficiency and profitability in the hospitality sector, while working alongside F&B, Procurement, and Operations teams.

What will you do?

During your internship, you will support the Cost Controller in tasks such as:

• Assisting with inventory and stock control for F&B, housekeeping, maintenance, and other stores.
• Helping monitor and analyse cost ratios (food, beverage, consumables) and investigating variances.
• Supporting purchase order tracking and supplier pricing reviews.
• Collaborating with Chefs and F&B Managers on menu costing and recipe standardisation.
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly cost reports and financial documentation.
• Helping implement digital tools and dashboards for cost monitoring.
• Learning to promote cost awareness within the cluster and support process harmonisation initiatives.

Who are we looking for?

• You are studying finance, accounting, hotel management, or a related field.
• You have strong analytical and numerical skills.
• You are eager to learn, detail‑oriented, and committed to accuracy.
• You are proficient with Excel and willing to learn reporting tools.
• You communicate clearly and constructively with others.
• You are a team player and flexible in your approach to tasks.
• You speak fluent English (any other language is a plus).
• Bonus: any experience with Opera, Symphony, Lightspeed, Venice, or Birchstreet is a plus.

What do we offer you?

• A dynamic internship in a top hotel under Marriott International
• Hands‑on experience in finance and cost control across multiple hotel brands.
• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals.
• Exposure to both operational and financial aspects of the hospitality sector.
• The opportunity to contribute to real projects and see your impact.
• A collaborative, supportive, and ambitious team environment.
• A monthly internship allowance of €750

This is your chance to get practical exposure to finance in a multi‑brand hotel environment and develop skills in reporting, analysis, and cross‑department collaboration.

About us

We are a leading hospitality group in the heart of Ghent, operating iconic hotels such as Ghent Marriott, Residence Inn by Marriott, the recently opened Holiday Inn Express & Suites, and the soon‑to‑open Courtyard Ghent & Event Center.

The Ghent Marriott, located along the scenic Korenlei, is the flagship of our portfolio. The hotel offers 150 luxury rooms, 9 versatile meeting spaces, and an award‑winning riverside restaurant, Midtown Grill – Ghent's top steakhouse, known for its premium cuts and bold flavors.

Accessibility

Ghent Marriott Hotel is located on the picturesque Korenlei in the heart of Ghent. You can reach us:

• On foot or by bike: near the city center, with bicycle parking nearby
• By public transport: a 5‑minute walk from the Korenmarkt tram stop
• By car: parking “Kouter” and “Ramen” are within walking distance

Interested in applying?

Click the ‘Apply now’ button at the bottom of the page.

If there’s a match, you’ll hear from us soon for an introductory interview.

Everyone welcome

We believe in the power of diversity. Whoever you are and wherever you come from. If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming your unique perspective and experience.