Job Overview:
The Cost Controller is responsible for supporting the financial integrity of Stoke Park’s operations through the monitoring, tracking, and analysis of costs across all revenue‑generating and support departments. This role ensures accurate stock, purchasing, and cost‑of‑sales reporting to support operational decision‑making and profitability targets
Key Responsibilities:
Cost Control & Analysis
- Monitor, analyse, and report departmental costs (F&B, Spa, Golf, Hotel, Maintenance).
- Prepare daily/weekly/monthly cost reports for the Finance team and operational managers.
- Assist with cost‑of‑sales calculations, stock margins, and gross profit analysis across outlets.
- Investigate cost variances and highlight areas requiring operational intervention.
Purchasing & Stock
- Maintain accurate product and pricing data in relevant systems.
- Reconcile purchase orders, supplier invoices, and goods received notes.
- Support month‑end stock checks, ensuring accurate count sheets and audit trails.
- Monitor supplier performance, pricing changes, and procurement compliance.
Financial Processes & Collaboration
- Assist in preparing accruals and prepayments linked to purchasing and stock.
- Support the Management Accountant with the month‑end close process.
- Ensure financial controls are followed across all cost‑related processes.
- Work closely with F&B, Spa, Golf, and Hotel teams to ensure cost awareness.
- Provide training and support to operational teams on correct stock and purchasing procedures.
General Responsibilities:
- All employees are expected to be fully familiar with, and adhere to, the hotel’s policies and procedures relating to fire safety, emergency evacuation, first aid, health and safety, and security.
- Staff must also ensure they understand and follow the guidance outlined in the Employee Handbook, as well as any relevant notices displayed in key operational areas throughout the estate.
Notes:
This job description outlines the key responsibilities, objectives and scope of the role as it currently stands. It is not an exhaustive list, and the postholder may be required to carry out other duties as reasonably required, including duties of a similar or related nature, in line with the needs of the business.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months
Pay: Up to £50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Slough SL2 4PG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
