Cost Control Clerk Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

About the job

Based at the Emirates palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi within the Finance Department, The Cost Control Clerk is responsible for supporting the cost control and accounting functions by collecting, recording, and maintaining accurate cost data. This role ensures that all project and operational expenses are properly tracked, analysed, and reported to support effective financial management and budget control. The Cost Control Clerk reports to the Assistant Financial Controller.

As a Cost Control Clerk, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Record and maintain cost data related to materials, labour, and overhead expenses.
• Assist in preparing cost reports, summaries, and cost variance analyses.
• Monitor and verify supplier invoices, purchase orders, and expense claims for accuracy and budget compliance.
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual cost statements.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of cost-related information.
• Coordinate with procurement, inventory, and accounting teams to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Help in budget preparation and cost forecasting activities.
• Reconcile cost reports with general ledger accounts.
• Assist in identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
• Perform other administrative or financial tasks as assigned by management.

As a Cost Control Clerk, we expect from you:

• Diploma or Bachelor s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• One to three years of experience in accounting, cost control, or financial recordkeeping, preferably in a luxury hospitality
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.