Cost Controller; Local

Key Operational Responsibilities:

• Monitor and control departmental costs to ensure operational efficiency and budget compliance.
• Analyze expenses and support cost‑saving initiatives across the resort.
• Promote Jayasom’s wellness and sustainability culture by leading through example.
• Collaborate with department heads to prepare, manage, and monitor departmental budgets.
• Analyze operational costs, identify inefficiencies, and recommend cost‑saving initiatives.
• Monitor expenditures and provide budget versus actual analysis and financial reports.
• Oversee inventory management, purchasing, receiving, stock control, and storeroom operations.
• Conduct regular inspections of storerooms, inventory conditions, cleanliness, and temperature controls.
• Ensure proper storage practices, stock rotation, sanitation, and inventory security standards are maintained.
• Perform inventory audits and reconciliations to minimize waste and shrinkage.
• Negotiate with suppliers and review vendor performance, pricing, and contract compliance.
• Review and approve expense requests in line with budgetary guidelines.
• Support audits, financial controls, and reporting processes with accurate documentation.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support operational decision‑making.
• Conduct cost‑awareness training and promote collaboration between departments to achieve cost control objectives.

• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• Previous experience in a similar role within a 5‑star resort environment, preferably with pre‑opening exposure and experience in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi taxation, accounting principles, budgeting, cost analysis, and multiple currency handling.
• Proficiency in accounting and financial IT systems.
• Strong analytical, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit, and financial control skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, time management, and attention to detail.
• Positive, reliable, adaptable, and professional attitude with strong work ethics and integrity.