Cost Controller

Job Title: Cost Controller

Company: Takamul AlOula Facility Management (TOFM)Employment type: Full-time | On-siteAbout UsTakamul AlOula Facility Management (TOFM), part of AlKifah Holding, provides integrated facility management and catering services across the Kingdom through its FM operations and Imdaad catering sector.The RoleWe're looking for a Cost Controller to join our Finance team.

You'll monitor and control costs across our FM and catering projects, ensure accurate project costing, and provide analysis that supports profitability, budgeting and operational decisions.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare monthly project and contract profitability reports, comparing actual costs against budgetsInvestigate cost variances and follow up on corrective actions with Operations and ProcurementMonitor project costs, including manpower, overtime, subcontractors, materials, maintenance, transport, accommodation and overheadsReview catering costs (food cost, recipe costing, cost per meal), and compare actual consumption against standard recipes and approved portions to identify wastage and excessive usageVerify purchase requests and purchase orders against approved budgets and cost allocationsEnsure expenses are recorded against the correct projects, cost centers and accounting periodsReview inventory reconciliations, stock counts, transfers and consumption recordsSupport month-end and year-end closing, including accruals, reconciliations, cost allocations and coordination with external auditorsAssist with annual budgets, forecasts, and costing for new contracts and tendersConduct periodic site and kitchen visits, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report unusual expenditure or control weaknessesRequirementsSaudi nationals onlyBachelor's degree in Accounting or FinanceMinimum 3 years of experience in cost control within facility management and/or catering (catering experience preferred)Practical experience in project costing, budgeting, variance analysis and inventory accountingStrong Excel skills and hands-on experience with an ERP systemGood command of EnglishStrong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with operational teamsPreferred QualificationsSOCPA registrationSAP experienceExperience managing costs across multiple projects or locations