Cost Controller

About the Role

Public Service Club is looking for a meticulous and analytical Cost Controller to join its Finance Department in Nairobi County, Kenya. The club is a multi-sports and social members’ club located along Mara Road in Upper Hill, opposite Kenyatta National Hospital. Established in 1922, it originally served senior civil servants and their families, and has since opened its membership to the private sector and the general public. The club now has more than 1,000 active members from varied professions, occupations, and cultural backgrounds.

The selected candidate will play a key role in tracking and managing operational costs, strengthening stock controls, improving resource use, and preparing accurate financial and cost reports that support management decisions and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and regulate costs across all club cost centres, including Food & Beverage, Sports & Fitness, Administration, and other operational areas.
• Keep stock records complete, current, and accurate at all times.
• Plan and supervise stock counts carried out daily, weekly, and monthly.
• Prepare reports on food cost, beverage cost, and inventory usage, and examine any differences or unusual variances.
• Track discounts, complimentary items, voids, staff meals, and similar transactions that affect revenue.
• Apply strong controls for materials management and inventory handling.
• Monitor wastage and breakages, then suggest corrective actions.
• Work with the Head Chef and F&B team to ensure menu costing is reviewed regularly.
• Check supplier product specifications and assess the quality of goods received.
• Investigate inventory and cost deviations, document findings, and recommend corrective steps.
• Monitor club revenue flows and submit timely updates to management.
• Assist with profitability analysis for promotions, events, and operational projects.
• Propose ways to improve cost control processes, inventory systems, and overall operating efficiency.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should hold a degree in Food & Beverage Management, Inventory Management, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. A CPA, ACCA Part I & II, or an equivalent professional qualification is also required.

Applicants must have at least three years of experience in cost control, inventory management, F&B controls, or financial accounting in a busy and reputable organisation, preferably within hospitality.

Technical and Professional Skills

The role requires good proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and inventory management systems. A solid grasp of cost control principles, procurement processes, stock management, and financial reporting is essential. Familiarity with POS systems and back-office inventory systems is also needed.

Performance Expectations

• Submit daily, weekly, and monthly stock and cost reports on time.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and reliable stock count results.
• Help reduce inventory gaps, wastage, and breakages.
• Closely track purchases, issues, and revenue-related activity.
• Identify and resolve cost control issues promptly.
• Support stronger profitability and better operational performance through cost management initiatives.

Ideal Attributes

• Strong ability to analyse data and solve problems.
• Excellent accuracy and close attention to detail.
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including report writing.
• High standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and outcome-focused mindset.
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send their application by email to hr@psc-kenya.com, with a copy to info@psc-kenya.com, clearly stating the role title in the email subject as “COST CONTROLLER”. The application deadline is COB Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Further information about the role can be found on the club’s website. Applications will be considered as they are received, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.