Cost Controller, Finance
SHIFT PATTERN (40 hours, 5 days per week)
Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is looking for a Cost Controller to join our Finance team.
Are you a master of your craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts, and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Recognized for creating some of the world's most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage and represents the cutting edge of luxury experiences.
Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is situated on Hanover Square, Mayfair's oldest square, recently re-born. The hotel will provide a calming, discreet sanctuary for guests, while delivering a contemporary and vibrant atmosphere in the public spaces.
About the job
Based at Mandarin Oriental Mayfair within the Finance Department in London, the Cost Controller is responsible for the smooth running of the Finance team.
As a Cost Controller, you will be responsible for the following duties:
- Ensuring all food, beverage, tobacco, and other F&B related stock deliveries are correctly recorded in the inventory stock control system.
- Ensuring all F&B stock requisitions and issues are correctly recorded and allocated to the relevant cost centre (e.g., restaurant, bar, cellar, dry goods store).
- Checking and authorizing delivery documentation with the Purchasing department before inputting into the accounting system.
- Properly inputting transfers of items between cost centres into the stock system.
- Carrying out monthly stock takes in all areas: beverage, tobacco, mini bar.
- Reconciling supplier statements monthly; producing schedules for the Finance Controller and resolving queries directly with suppliers.
- Ensuring all menu prices and price lists throughout the hotel are accurate in the POS system.
- Investigating variances and reporting findings to the Head of Purchasing and Management Accountant regularly.
- Assisting the Management Accountant & Finance Controller with other related tasks as required.
As a Cost Controller, we expect you to:
- Demonstrate cooperation and trust with colleagues within your team and across departments, working well as a team player to achieve results.
- Handle pressure effectively and remain calm at all times, solving problems calmly and efficiently.
Our commitment to you
- Learning & Development: Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programs at various career stages to support your growth.
- MOstay: When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it's important to take time off. As a member of the , you can stay with us worldwide. The MOstay program offers complimentary nights and attractive rates for you and your loved ones.
- Health & Colleague Wellness: Finding the right work-life balance is vital. Your wellbeing matters. We offer various health benefits and wellness programs globally.
- Retirement Plans: We offer different retirement plans depending on your service length and role, reciprocating your commitment to us.
Additional benefits include:
- A competitive salary and benefits packages
- Great F&B discounts at Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London & Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
- Discounts at 700+ retailers and supermarkets
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DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We believe a diverse and inclusive culture benefits everyone. Bringing individuals together is essential for our long-term success. All colleagues, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, background, or religion, should be treated fairly, with respect, and given equal opportunities. Bullying, discrimination, or harassment are not tolerated.
ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK
All candidates must have the right to work and live in the UK. Evidence of eligibility will be required during the recruitment process.