Cost Analyst

Posted 10 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Senior level
Food • Travel • Hospitality
The Role
Analyzes manufacturing and procurement costs, including cost standards, wastage, variances, landed costs, benchmarks, and major cost drivers. Maintains ERP costing databases, evaluates product and production changes, prepares reports and recommendations, and supports profitability, sourcing, and process-improvement decisions. Collaborates with Production, Commercial, Supply Chain, and Costing leadership while ensuring accurate cost allocation and KPI reporting.
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Responsibilities
  • Manage the day-to-day data analysis for cost and manufacturing within various EKFC business, working with Production, Commercial and Supply Chain to drive efficiencies in production and procurement.

  • Develop and analyze cost standards tracking system, wastage analysis and major cost drivers to monitor and highlight trends for the stakeholders.

  • Support Costing Manager through proactive reporting analysis of variances/trends, communication of issues and opportunities that can be communicated to various stakeholders for action to be taken to maximize revenue/profit.

  • Collect, analyze, and evaluate historical data to provide a basis for assumptions, methodologies, estimate results, applying sound reasoning and appropriate judgment in coming up of a recommendation to support the section and the business.

  • Manage the updating and maintaining the costing database in the relevant ERP, also train and oversee the setting-up of ERP cost system based on company policies and procedures.

  • Analyze changes in products/menus design, raw materials or production methods to determine effects on cost.

  • Perform Cost Benchmarking analysis to support decision making on insourcing or outsourcing of the product(s) to maximize profitability for the company.

  • Responsible for the set-up, monitoring and reconciliation of Landed Cost rulings for any Food & Packing Foreign related Purchases in order tonsure appropriate allocation of costs.

  • Collaborates with Costing Manager on the development/design of the costing methodology, cost standards, and KPI reporting.  Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

 

Education Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or commerce or equivalent

Work Experience: 

Minimum 5 years’ experience in Finance area, preferably background in production and/or manufacturing accounting.

With a minimum of 2 years in a similar capacity.

Background in performing analytical tasks and corresponding report preparation.

Advanced Excel functionality and other MS Office proficiency applications.

Advanced user of JDE ERP platform, or familiarity with any ERP system.

Process improvements experience.

Skills        

Analytical & Problem solver.

Communicate effectively, verbally and written; effectively interact with employees and stakeholders.

Work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

Strong organizational 

About UsEKFC (https://www.emiratesflightcatering.com/about-us/):

Build Your Future With Us

At Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s largest catering and hospitality services providers, we deliver excellence at scale—supporting airlines, hospitality brands, and global events every day. Our success is driven by the passion, professionalism, and commitment of our teams.

Why Work With Us

At EKFC, your role matters. Whether you work in operations, engineering, corporate services, or support functions, you contribute to delivering safe, reliable, and high‑quality services every single day.

You’ll be part of:

  • A globally recognised organisation within the Emirates Group ecosystem
  • A diverse, multicultural workforce united by shared standards and values
  • A fast‑paced, operational environment where responsibility and professionalism matter
  • A workplace that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement

Life at EKFC

What you can expect:

  • Collaborative and approachable leadership
  • A diverse, multicultural team
  • Open communication and transparency

Rewards & Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being:

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Two duty meals provided at EKFC
  • Health and wellness coverage
  • Paid time off and public holidays
  • Performance‑based annual bonus and salary review opportunities, subject to eligibility and company policy
  • Recognition for achievements and commitment, including monetary NAJM Awards (Appreciation, Bronze, Silver & Gold levels)
  • Learning and development support
  • Team events and engagement activities

(Benefits may vary by role and location.)

Our Recruitment Journey

Our recruitment process is designed to be transparent and respectful:

  1. Application review
  2. Initial interview or assessment
  3. Technical Interview & Case Study presentation
  4. Background Check
  5. Employment Contract

We aim to keep candidates informed every step of the way.

(The recruitment and interview process may vary depending on the role.)

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, or an equivalent field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Finance, preferably in production or manufacturing accounting
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar cost analyst capacity
  • Experience performing analytical tasks and preparing corresponding reports
  • Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Advanced JDE ERP experience or familiarity with another ERP system
  • Experience with process improvements
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Strong organizational skills with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
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The Company
31 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Emirates Flight Catering is one of the world’s largest catering operations, serving hospitality groups, organisations, and more than 100 airline customers. It provides airline, events, and VIP catering, plus laundry, food production, and airport-lounge food-and-beverage services. Its large-scale facilities produce meals using advanced food-processing and handling systems, while diversification includes retail products, e-commerce, and Emirati catering at Dubai International Airport.

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