Cost Controller (Retail) & Accounts Payable
Claridges
We are seeking an exceptionalCost Controller (Retail) & Accounts Payableto join the Claridges team.
Set in the heart of Mayfair, Claridges is an art deco icon and a byword for understated elegance. Since the 1850s, Claridges has excelled at the finer things in life: glamorous design, inspiring dining, impeccable service. There are many 5-star hotels in London but nowhere quite like Claridges.The hotel is a unique combination of splendour and charm with long-standing connections with royalty that have led to it sometimes being referred to as annexe to Buckingham Palace. Claridges has a famous all-day dining and Afternoon Tea restaurant the Foyer & Reading Room, LEpicerie that offers a culinary theatre of the kitchen, and three bars: Claridges Bar, the intimate Fumoir and effortlessly elegant Painters Room.
As a Cost Controller (Retail) & Accounts Payable, you will analyse Hotel revenue and expenses, (with an emphasis towards E-commerce and Retail) focussing on investigating and providing analytical data and implementing and monitoring control systems to ensure cost-effective decisions are made. You will also ensure all Hotel inventory assets are held in a secure and accurate manner whilst reflecting a true financial value.
This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast-paced and high-performing hotel team renowned for theirs approach and delivery of unparalleled service.
As a Cost Controller (Retail) & Accounts Payable you will be responsible for:
* To analyse Hotel revenue and expenses, (with an emphasis towards Food and Beverage) focusing on investigating and providing analytical data and implementing and monitoring control systems to ensure cost-effective decisions are made.
* To ensure all Hotel inventory assets are held in a secure and accurate manner whilst reflecting a true financial value.
* To highlight and investigate high-value, high levels and slow-moving inventory items.
* To perform spot-checks in the Departments and Outlets to ensure that all revenue is being posted and that cost control systems are being maintained.
* To ensure that all menu items have a recipe.
* To assist F&B Department Managers with costing food and beverage recipes and maintain the recipe and menu files within the Purchasing System.
* In conjunction with the F&B Department, actively find ways to control costs and minimise wastage.
* To assist the F&B Department with full menu costing and theoretical cost analysis.
* To set reorder quantities for all stock items in conjunction with Department Managers.
* To establish and monitor par stocks in line with agreed levels advised by the Financial Controller and the F&B Manager.
* To check all transfers posted by stores.
* To assist Purchasing and Accounts Payable by matching delivery dockets with invoices.
* To control departmental transfer and issue procedures.
* To be familiar with Point of Sale operations and cashiering.
* In conjunction with the Purchasing Manager oversee the tendering process for the supply of large volume items to the Hotel.
* To ensure all suppliers that have listing fees and retro credits due are invoiced and receipts accounted for.
Successful candidates for our Cost Controller (Retail) & Accounts Payable opportunity will:
* Knowledge of advanced Sun Systems & Microsoft Excel skills preferred
* Knowledge of Opera systems
* Knowledge of Adaco, hotel procurement system
* A good understanding of all areas of the Accounts department preferred
* Strong customer care skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* A high standard of personal presentation
* Confident, professional and welcoming personality
Here at Maybourne, we strive to reward our colleagues for the incredible work they do every single day. In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer you:
Financial Stability
* Excellent salary package.
* Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
* Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
* Travel Season Ticket Loans.
* Pension Scheme*.
Health and Wellbeing Support
* Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments.
* Flu vaccination vouchers*.
* Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses*.
* 24-hour colleague assistance helpline.
* On and off-site Occupational Health Service.
* Death in Service salary contribution.
* Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
* A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining staff restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.
Recognition and Career Development
* Referral Scheme Introduce a Star where you can earn up to £1,500*.
* Instant colleague recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
* Colleague of the month nominations with generous prizes.
* Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday.
* Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
* In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
* Long service awards.
Memorable experiences
* Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across Maybourne.
* Hotel Guest Experience Stay* including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars.
* 50% Food and Beverage discount* across Maybourne.
* Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Colleague Party, Annual Colleague Childrens Party, etc.)
* Wedding and Baby gifts.
* Retirement functions.
*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
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