🧾 Job Overview

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join its finance team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time opportunity is ideal for finance and accounting professionals with expertise in cost accounting, SAP, financial reporting, and cost analysis who are passionate about improving operational efficiency and supporting strategic business decisions.

The successful candidate will monitor production and operational costs, prepare detailed cost reports, maintain accurate costing records within SAP, and collaborate with finance and operations teams to enhance cost efficiency. This role offers excellent career growth opportunities in manufacturing finance, cost management, and financial planning while supporting continuous professional development through SAP training, finance certifications, and advanced analytical skills.

🛠 Key Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze production and operational costs.
Prepare cost reports, variance analyses, and financial performance summaries.
Maintain accurate cost records and costing data within SAP.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
Collaborate with finance and operations teams to improve cost efficiency.
Analyze cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with company financial policies and accounting procedures.
Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting activities.
Support inventory costing and manufacturing cost analysis.
Identify opportunities to optimize operational and production costs.

🎓 Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Experience in cost accounting, cost control, or manufacturing finance.
Experience using SAP is mandatory.
Experience within the plastic manufacturing industry is preferred.
Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
Professional certifications such as CMA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, SAP Financial Accounting (SAP FI), SAP Controlling (SAP CO), or related finance certifications are highly desirable and support long-term professional development.

💼 Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Average Market Salary (Estimated): SAR 8,000–12,000 per month (Based on Cost Controller positions in Saudi Arabia’s manufacturing sector requiring SAP experience.)

Compensation Type: Monthly Salary

Benefits

Full-time employment
Opportunity to work with a leading manufacturing organization
Exposure to SAP-driven financial operations and manufacturing cost management
Professional and collaborative work environment
Employee benefits as per Saudi Labour Law and company policy

Career Growth

This position offers excellent long-term career progression into Senior Cost Controller, Cost Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager, Plant Finance Manager, or Commercial Finance leadership roles. Employees can further advance through SAP certification, professional accounting qualifications, leadership training, and continuous professional development programs.

📝 Application Process

🔗 Application Process (Website):

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📧 HR Email for Application

📩 Send your updated CV directly to:

Please mention “Cost Controller” in the email subject line.

Reference:
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To apply for this job email your details to Recruitment@gulfmaid.com