Cost Controller
SEA-FAJ Consults Limited
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Job Overview
Location
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
Salary
NGN 600,000 - 700,000 monthly
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Human Resources & Recruitment
Experience Level
Mid-level (3-5 years)
About the Company
Job Description
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Cost Controller to join our client's team. This pivotal role involves the comprehensive management, monitoring, and optimization of organizational expenses across procurement, inventory, and operational functions.
Your responsibilities will include rigorous budget control, in-depth cost analysis, strategic pricing reviews, thorough supplier verification, and ensuring strict adherence to internal compliance standards. The ultimate goal is to drive financial efficiency without compromising on quality.
To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.
Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, control, forecast, and monitor procurement and operational budgets.
- Conduct regular cost and benefit analyses to guide spending decisions.
- Audit specified costs and ensure internal control procedures are properly implemented.
- Perform daily restaurant, bar, and kitchen checks for wastage and efficiency.
- Verify package meals, staff meals, and complimentary meals for accuracy and approval.
- Evaluate supplier quotations based on budget, quality, and commercial value.
- Control wastage, pilferage, and inefficiencies across departments and outlets.
- Monitor cost of sales across F&B outlets and ensure compliance with approved budgets.
- Review menu pricing and ensure correct prices are loaded on POS systems.
- Verify settlements, end-of-shift POS reports, voids, discounts, happy hours, and complimentary sales.
- Ensure all sales are correctly transferred into the payment and accounting systems.
- Conduct spot checks, monthly stock taking, and inventory reviews.
- Prepare cost, variance, and expenditure reports for management review.
- Support menu engineering and pricing strategies based on costing data.
- Prepare bid estimates and pricing for events, projects, and new initiatives.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
- Review supplier invoices, claims, and expenditures for accuracy and completeness.
- Promote budget awareness across teams and recommend corrective actions where required.
- Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for new projects and business opportunities.
- Monitor budgets to ensure expenditures remain within approved limits.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is an advantage.
- Minimum of 4–7 years experience in cost control, finance, audit, procurement, or commercial management.
- Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, inventory control, and cost analysis.
- Experience working with POS systems and financial reporting tools.
- High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and commercial decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and in multi-departmental environments.
Benefits & Perks
- Health Management Organisation (HMO) coverage
- Daily lunch
- Annual leave and break periods
How to Apply
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This role is crucial for optimizing our client's financial health by meticulously managing and reducing organizational costs. You will be the guardian of budgets, ensuring every Naira spent is justified and contributes to profitability. Success will be measured by your ability to identify savings, implement efficient controls, and provide clear financial insights.
Posted Date
March 10, 2026
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