Cost Controller - Chobe Water Villas Job

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To monitor and manage all cost control in the lodge through menu costing, beverage costing, consumables, revenue versus cost analysis and appropriate receiving and issuing procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:

• Diploma in Accounting or Finance
• 3-5 years of accounting experience in the hospitality industry, preferably in a lodge setting.
• Computer literate (MS Office & Systems)
• Expertise in financial planning, compliance, and risk management within a lodge context.
• Proficiency in cash flow management and budgeting.
• Knowledge of lodge-specific software, such as Micros or Materials Control.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform accurate costing of menus according to standard procedures.
• Maintain a comprehensive database for lodge inventory and input costs.
• Utilize cost management tools to establish production prices, consumer prices, and cost of sales.
• Create and manage products/articles/items in lodge stock systems such as Materials Control and Micros.
• Oversee receiving, storing, and issuing of stock in compliance with procedures.
• Manage procurement through minimum and maximum reorder levels.
• Ensure proper storage and organization of stock to minimize losses.
• Conduct monthly stock takes.
• Produce accurate monthly stock variance reports.
• Generate monthly usage (cost of sales) figures report.
• Create accurate monthly usage journals for consumables.
• Address discrepancies noted in stock variance reports promptly and implement corrective measures.
• Analyze daily food and beverage revenue and stock usage using Materials Control.
• Produce daily food and beverage cost of sales flash reports.
• Implement cost-saving measures based on monthly analysis.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Be Authentic
• Live the Values
• Cause Alignment
• Take Bold Stands
• Lead Growth
• Deliver Extraordinary Results
• Inspire Innovation

Closing date: 21 May 2024