Woods & Co Recruitment is excited to partner with a well-established and rapidly growing hospitality brand based in South Melbourne. Known for its unique approach to approachable, high-quality comfort food, this business has become a local favourite, gaining cult status among food enthusiasts. With a focus on delivering exceptional food experiences that bring people together, this company continues to grow and innovate in the Melbourne hospitality scene.

We are seeking a Cost Accountant to play a key role in managing costs, optimising margins, and supporting the financial strategy as the business continues its expansion. This is an opportunity to join a company that values work-life balance and career development.

What’s in it for you?

• $90,000 - $100,000 + Super
• Monday to Friday work schedule (8.00 AM - 4.00 PM).
• Be a part of an iconic Melbourne brand that has gained a cult following.
• Be part of a growing business that is redefining the food scene.

What do you do?

• Manage and track all aspects of COGS to ensure financial targets are met.
• Maintain inventory management system
• Work closely with operations to review inventory, supplier orders, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyse margins and implement cost-control measures for labour and goods.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to present findings and recommend improvements for operational efficiency.
• Assist with supplier negotiations and help maintain strong relationships with key partners.
• Manage the weekly operational reporting process and ensure accuracy and timeliness.

What do you need?

• Proven experience in operational analytics or a similar financial role within a hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of margin management, COGS, and labour cost control.
• Excellent proficiency in Excel, Xero, and POS systems and timesheet systems such as Deputy.
• Experience managing inventory management systems
• Experience in summarising and analysing data using Excel
• Experience in maintaining and creating financial models in Excel
• Ability to collaborate with operations teams and other departments to ensure financial targets are met.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to present data and insights clearly to senior leadership.
• A proactive, problem-solving approach and a passion for improving operational processes.

If you're as passionate about this position as we are, then please don't delay and APPLY NOW! We are interviewing immediately! For more information, please contact:

• Aydin on 0458 521 724 or [email protected].
• Shea on 0407 163 529 or [email protected].

Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce which values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or a linguistically diverse background, all members and genders of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

*You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted and meet the above requirements.