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About Us
Operating in nearly 40 countries across the world, our purpose is to be the best part of the journey. Whether our customers are flying abroad on holiday, heading off on a business trip or commuting to work by train, we aim to offer them food and drink experiences that meet their many different tastes and needs.

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Our Commitment to learning and development is our commitment to unlocking our people’s success. We strive to provide a wide range of resources that boost our people’s skills today, and help them fulfil their potential tomorrow. No matter where you join us, you’ll have all the tools you need to take charge of your development. Surrounded by like-minded colleagues and guided by industry experts, it’s your career, your way at SSP.

Cost Accountant

About the Role

As a cost accountant, you are primary responsible in analyzing the control and monitoring of SSP Mactan’s COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) and other pertaining costs in operations while working alongside with the Finance Manager and CFO such as labor, overhead, raw materials. You will also be doing analysis such as cost data analysis, improvement identification, and cost-effective strategy recommendations, that aid in improving and maximizing EBITDA. You will also spearhead the organization’s inventory management (midmonth & month end) and initiatives and conduct future trainings to impose best practices in managing inventory 

Main Responsibilities:
•    Examining and monitoring cost of goods sold (COGS), and other operational expenses, direct & indirect costs (labor, overhead, repair and maintenance, etc.).
•    Establishing and upholding consistent costs of operating and menu items.
•    Determining cost variances and conduct investigations for irregularities.
•    Tracking and managing inventory levels, items & products, fast-moving items, and other supplies.
•    Conducting physical inventory counts and reconciliation every 15th and 30th/31st. 
•    Creating presentations and expense reports for management that emphasize areas for improvement and key performance metrics.
•    Communicating cost-related issues and recommendations to relevant key working relationships.
•    Identifying and implementing cost-saving measures and process improvements. 

Key Working Relationships: 
•    Finance Manager
•    Operations Manager
•    Multi-Unit Manager
•    Unit Leaders
•    Supply Chain Team


Person Specification:

  •  Essential:

•    Proven experience as cost controller in F&B or any related industry
•    Strong attention to detail, creativity, and financial acumen
•    Understanding of cost accounting methods, such as standard costing.
•    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or equivalent of 2 years working in the similar role.
•    Understanding of cost accounting methods, such as standard costing

  • Desirable:

•    Proficiency in accounting software (SAP, Oracle, NAV)
•    Work experience in the F&B industry.
•    Background in financial metrics, statistics, and objective setting.

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