Job Opportunities in Qatar

COST CONTROLLER
Location : Doha
Working Hours : 9 Hrs / 6 Days
Salary : QR 8000- QR11000/-
1. Educational Background:

• A degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

2. Relevant Experience:

• Proven experience in cost control or financial analysis, preferably in the restaurant or hospitality industry.
• Familiarity with food and beverage cost management—this includes understanding portion control, inventory management, and vendor relationships.
• Experience working with POS systems and accounting software.

3. Skills in Financial Management:

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Ability to create and manage budgets, and forecast future financial performance based on historical data.
• Cost Analysis: Expertise in identifying, analyzing, and reducing unnecessary costs. Should be able to track food costs, labor costs, and overhead expenses.
• Inventory Management: Knowledge of stock control techniques, minimizing waste, and ensuring that inventory levels align with restaurant demand.

4. Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial software like Quick Books, SAP, or other ERP systems.
• Ability to generate cost reports, profit margin analyses, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) regularly.
• Experience with recipe costing software to ensure accurate cost of goods sold (COGS) tracking.

5. Knowledge of the Restaurant Industry:

• Understanding of restaurant-specific financial challenges, such as seasonal variations, supply chain management, and labor costs.
• Familiarity with menu engineering to help assess and optimize profitability of different dishes.

6. Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

• Should be able to identify cost drivers, analyze variances, and propose corrective actions.
• Ability to recommend pricing strategies or changes to portion sizes to improve margins.

7. Attention to Detail:

• Accuracy in handling financial data and preparing reports is essential, as small errors can lead to significant cost inefficiencies.

8. Communication and Team Collaboration:

• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with chefs, suppliers, and restaurant management about costs and necessary adjustments.
• Ability to train staff on cost control practices, including minimizing food waste and improving operational efficiency.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: QAR8,000.00 - QAR11,000.00 per month