Cost Controller - Tripoli (Libya)

Discipline: Accounting & Finance
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Zade Stafford

Contact email: zade@networkersint.co.za
Job ref: 33744
Published: about 1 month ago

Cost Controller

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cost Controller with a strong background in the catering industry to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization, managing budgets, financial planning, and analysis, while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This role requires a deep understanding of catering operations and cost management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, monitor, and analyse financial strategies, forecasts, and budgets to support the catering business

  • Oversee and manage the preparation of budgets, including operating and capital expenditure budgets, ensuring alignment with the catering department's objectives

  • Work closely with the catering operations team to monitor food and overhead costs, implementing strategies to optimize cost efficiency and profitability

  • Analyse pricing strategies, revenue streams, and profit margins from catering events, banquets, and contracts to enhance financial performance

  • Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss statements, cash flow projections, and variance analysis

  • Oversee cash flow, accounts payable, and receivable, ensuring timely payment processing and collections

  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards specific to the catering and hospitality industry

  • Collaborate with the catering and events teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making for event planning, menu pricing, and service optimization

  • Establish and maintain strong internal control processes and prepare for external audits

  • Work with procurement teams to negotiate contracts and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure financial efficiency

  • Manage the implementation and use of financial software ERP systems to track expenses, revenues, and performance metrics efficiently

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a similar role

  • Proficient level in Excel

  • University degree in Accounting and Finance

  • Ability to work without supervision

  • 3 years minimum experience in catering

  • Language proficiency in Arabic is a plus but not a must

Day-to-day

  • Monitoring and analyzing financial strategies and budgets

  • Collaborating with catering operations team

  • Preparing financial reports and cash flow management

  • Ensuring compliance with financial regulations

  • Collaborating with procurement teams and managing vendor relationships

Benefits

  • Competitive monthly salary

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment

  • Potential for career growth and development

  • Open-ended employment period with an initial 3-month probation period

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in cost control and financial management within the catering industry, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to the financial success of our organization. Apply now!