• Application Deadline: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Cost Controller


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• City Victoria Island


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Responsibilities

• Work in conjunction with all department heads to ensure maximum profitability


• Provide critical assessment of all budgets and cost projections


• Assess all incoming products, resources, and services to ensure the best price


• Maintain vendor and service provider relationships


• Remain acutely aware of market trends that could impact resource costs


• Keep up to date on new vendors and possible cost-cutting partnerships


• Analyze invoices to ensure correct products/services were received at the expected cost


• Collaborate with department heads to strategize ways to minimize waste


• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the interdependency of cost drivers


• Understand the entire arc of the business and how productivity impacts profitability


• Commit to maximizing efficiency at all levels without compromising quality


• Develop and implement proactive solutions and cost-cutting measures


• Present new strategies and assessments to stakeholders in a compelling fashion


• Educate and persuade stakeholders to procure buy-in and cooperation


• Roll out clear cost-saving programs with timelines and assessment goals.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or a relevant field is strongly preferred


• Minimum of 3 years experience working in cost control


• Management experience is strongly preferred


• Exceptionally well-organized with an aptitude for data


• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal


• Solid networking and interpersonal skills


• Able to generate budgets and reports


• Strong presentation skills, able to explain concepts concisely and accurately


• Able to develop strong, cooperative relationships with department heads


• Creative thinking skills and ability to solve problems.