Job Description
Site Cost Controller
POSITION TITLE: Site Cost Controller
REPORTS TO: Finance Manager
PLACE OF WORK: Palma, Pemba
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
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Reporting & Reconciliations
• Review and analyse diesel consumption reports to ensure accuracy and cost control.
• Review transportation reports and investigate variances.
• Prepare and submit monthly reconciliations between:
o Weighbridge reports
o Quarry sales reports
o Material delivery reports
• Identify discrepancies and resolve variances in collaboration with operations and finance teams. -
Production & Tax Reporting
• Prepare and submit the monthly production tax calculation in line with regulatory requirements.
• Compile and submit the monthly cost of production, based on actual operational data.
• Ensure all production-related reporting is accurate and submitted within deadlines. -
Procurement & Cost Control
• Review and approve Purchase Orders (POs) in Sage X3, ensuring:
o All supporting documentation is complete and accurate
o Goods/services procured are necessary and cost-efficient
o Procurement aligns with approved budgets
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and cost control procedures. -
Budgeting & Financial Analysis
• Perform monthly budget analysis (Actual vs Budget) and provide variance explanations.
• Support operations teams in cost management and expenditure control.
• Prepare and submit the annual site/operations budget for all site-related costs.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to improve cost efficiency. - Inventory & Stock Control
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Perform month-end stock valuation in accordance with company policies.
• Monitor stock movements and investigate material variances.
• Ensure accurate recording of inventory for financial reporting purposes.
QUALIFICATION / EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualification:
• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management, or Cost & Management Accounting.
Experience:
• 3–5 years’ experience in cost control, budgeting, stock valuation, and financial reporting.
• Experience in mining, quarry, manufacturing, or construction environments is advantageous.
• ERP system experience (e.g., Sage X3 or similar).
Key Skills:
• Strong Excel skills.
• Budget vs Actual analysis and reconciliations.
• Understanding of inventory valuation methods.
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.
Language Requirement:
• Professional proficiency in English (written and verbal) is highly advantageous.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs to the email address below by no later than 12 March 2026:
