Overview

Cost Controller Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Olayan Food Division

Responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of recipe-based Bills of Materials, managing food and packaging cost structures, and driving cost control across all menu items and store locations. The role acts as a critical link between Finance, Supply Chain, Menu Development, and Operations to ensure cost efficiency, data integrity, and profitability across the restaurant network.

Job Accountabilities & Activities

  • Monitor and analyze Food Cost, Packaging Cost, and Gross Margin performance against budget and prior periods.
  • Perform monthly food cost and inventory variance analysis (Actual vs Budget and Actual vs Prior Period), identifying and communicating key drivers.
  • Partner with Menu Development (QA) and Marketing from concept stage through launch, providing cost modelling and target food cost validation.
  • Review and validate inventory counts, stock movements, adjustments, and valuations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to inventory control procedures and support internal and external audit requirements with relevant documentation.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing accurate data, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation within agreed timelines.
  • Support store-level P&L reporting.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Requirements

  • 3–6 years of experience in cost controlling, BOM management, or financial analysis, preferably in QSR, F&B, or FMCG.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Demonstrated experience in recipe costing, food cost analysis, and inventory reconciliation in a multi-site environment.

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Title: Cost Controller

Company: Olayan Food Division

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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