At voco Cairo Arabella Plaza, we believe that great hotels are built on strong relationships and memorable guest experiences.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join our Finance team and play a key role in controlling costs and supporting financial performance. In this position, you will be responsible for monitoring food, beverage, and operational costs, ensuring accurate inventory control, and supporting financial reporting in line with IHG standards.

Every day is different at IHG, but you’ll mostly be:

• Monitoring and controlling food & beverage costs in line with the budget and forecast.
• Conducting daily, weekly, and monthly inventory checks for food, beverage, and operating supplies.
• Verifying store issues, purchase orders, and goods received notes for accuracy.
• Reviewing recipes, portion control, and menu costing to ensure profitability.
• Preparing daily and monthly cost reports and variance analysis.
• Coordinating with Kitchen, Stewarding, Purchasing, and Receiving departments to ensure proper cost control procedures.
• Investigating discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Ensuring compliance with internal control procedures and IHG financial standards.
• Assisting in month-end closing activities related to cost and inventory.
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes by providing accurate cost data.
• Monitoring waste, spoilage, and pilferage, and reporting irregularities.
• Maintaining accurate records of stock movements and cost documentation.
• Participating in audits and stock takes as required.
• Promoting teamwork and quality service through strong communication with all departments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Cost Control or Cost Accounting, preferably in a hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and cost control systems.
• Good understanding of food & beverage operations.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with hotel systems (e.g., Opera, Micros, or similar) is an advantage.
• Good communication skills in English and Arabic.

We give our people everything they need to succeed, from a competitive salary that rewards all their hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help them live their best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.