[Job Vacancy] Expense Controller at Fosad Consulting Limited

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Fosad Consulting, LLC. is a professional services firm established to provide quality consulting services to desiring clients, whose primary objective is to focus their management and technical resources on their core competence.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Expense Controller

Location: Lagos

Job Purpose

The cost controller is responsible for controlling costs including Capital expenses, operating and project cost. This includes planning, developing, controlling, and forecasting costs.
The cost controller works collaboratively with various department managers to analyze costs, assess vendor relationships, and maximize profitability and.
The successful candidate must demonstrate an aptitude for efficiency, problemsolving, and resourcefulness, with a deep commitment to the bottom line without compromising quality.

Core Functions / ResponsibilitiesPlanning Costs:

Budgeting and monitoring of capital expenditures and operational cost including evaluating and conducting project cost/benefit analysis.

Managing Costs:

Create a process for vendor onboarding and review of existing vendors.
Assess all incoming products, resources, and services to ensure the best price.
Ensure cost optimization by rolling out clear cost-saving programs with timelines and assessment goals.
Work in conjunction with all department heads to initiate cost savings methods on a proactive basis.

Monitoring Costs:

Monitor and update cost estimates for projects to ensure that costs are within expected ranges.
Reviewing expense reports to ensure that expenses are reasonable and appropriate for the circumstances
Monitor budgets to ensure that spending does not exceed approved levels
Collect cost data periodically from suppliers or subcontractors to track material costs
Preparing reports to management regarding costs and expenses
Coordinate with other departments to ensure all costs are accurately tracked
Conducting cost analyses to identify areas where costs can be optimized altogether

Requirements

B.Sc. in social science related discipline plus Professional Qualification (ICAN, ACCA, CPA ).
Minimum of 5 years of cost control experience.
Able to generate budgets and reports.
Strong presentation skills, able to explain concepts concisely and accurately.
Creative thinking skills and ability to solve problems.
Intermediate knowledge of MS-Office suite.
Capacity to work long hours, under pressure and with less supervision
Exceptionally well organized with an aptitude for data

How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Application to: [email protected] using “Expense Controller” as the subject of the email

Application Deadline  31st January, 2023.