Cost Controller
Core
Monitor and analyze operational costs, maintain accurate cost records, and prepare financial reports to ensure the hotel stays on budget.
Role type
Cost Controller
Builds
Cost performance reports, variance analysis, and budget forecasts for hotel management.
Domain
Hospitality / Hotel Operations
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Cost control principles, budgeting, financial reporting, Microsoft Excel, inventory management, audit review, procurement coordination, variance analysis
Preferred skills
Hospitality industry experience, process improvement, stakeholder collaboration
Responsibilities
Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly operational costs; maintain accurate records of COGS, inventory, and labor costs; review purchase orders and invoices; conduct regular audits to identify discrepancies; prepare cost performance and variance reports; support annual budgeting and forecasting; analyze labor costs and staffing levels; identify cost-saving initiatives; collaborate with Finance, Procurement, and Operations teams.
Seniority
Mid-level (3–5 years experience)