
Cost Controller at Accor
- Nairobi
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Track, analyze, and control operational and departmental costs.
- Ensure all costs are allocated correctly and align with company policies.
- Monitor procurement, inventory, and project costs to avoid overruns.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
- Monitor budget variances and provide explanations with actionable recommendations.
- Support department heads in understanding and managing their budgets.
- Prepare accurate and timely cost reports, financial analysis, and cost summaries.
- Conduct variance analysis between actual and budgeted costs.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend improvements.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Review and validate supplier invoices, purchase requests, and expense claims.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors on cost-related matters.
- Work closely with procurement, operations, and finance teams to optimize cost efficiency.
- Provide management with insights to support decision-making.
- Advise on cost implications of new projects, contracts, and invest
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is an added advantage.
- 3–5 years’ experience in cost control, financial analysis, or management accounting in hospitality.
- Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in MS Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
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