Stay wellbeing & lifestyle resort

Job Opportunity: Cost Controller (Hospitality Expert)
STAY Wellbeing & Lifestyle Resort is seeking a meticulous and commercially-minded Cost Controller to join our leadership team in Rawai, Phuket. As Phuket’s premier all-in-one fitness and wellness destination , we operate a complex and high-volume environment including 162 guest units, world-class fitness centers, and multiple 5-star dining outlets like Fresca Kitchens & Deli. 
We are looking for a proactive professional with a proven track record in 4 or 5-star hotels who can translate complex financial data into actionable strategies to safeguard our assets and maximize profitability. 
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Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Management
•	Profitability Oversight: Work in conjunction with all department heads to ensure maximum profitability across all resort operations. 
•	Budget Assessment: Provide critical assessment of all budgets and cost projections, identifying root causes for variances and recommending corrective actions. 
•	Strategic Solutions: Develop and implement proactive cost-cutting measures and clear cost-saving programs with defined timelines and assessment goals. 
Procurement & Inventory Control
•	Value Optimization: Assess all incoming products and services to ensure the best price and maintain strong relationships with vendors. 
•	Market Awareness: Remain acutely aware of market trends and new vendors that could impact resource costs. 
•	Compliance & Receiving: Ensure the Receiving Department adheres to all internal procedures and documentation standards. 
•	Inventory Management: Oversee monthly physical counts of storeroom stocks and outlet equipment to ensure accurate reconciliation with the general ledger. 
Operational Efficiency
•	Waste Minimization: Collaborate with department heads to strategize ways to minimize waste, particularly in high-impact areas like F&B, Spa, and Fitness. 
•	Interdependency of Costs: Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the interdependency of cost drivers and how productivity impacts the bottom line. 

Requirements and Qualifications
•   Hospitality Expertise: Minimum 4–5 years of experience in Cost Control within a 4 or 5-star hotel or luxury resort environment.
•	Software Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Comanche (Front Office & POS/Inventory) is highly preferred. Ability to navigate and generate reports within the system is essential.
•	Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a relevant field.
•	Analytical Skills: Exceptionally well-organized with a strong aptitude for data and financial modeling.
•	Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; able to persuade stakeholders and lead cost-saving initiatives effectively.