Cost Controller – Retail (Trading Card Games & Collectibles)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join our Riyadh team and support the financial and inventory operations of AOC. The role focuses on managing inventory costing, valuation and profitability across our retail business that specializes in trading card games and collectibles.

Key responsibilities

• Manage inventory costing, valuation, and stock accuracy across retail operations.
• Reconcile inventory movements between the ERP, POS, and physical stock.
• Monitor product margins, profitability, and pricing performance.
• Investigate stock variances and implement corrective actions.
• Support monthly and annual stock counts and inventory audits.
• Prepare accurate inventory and cost reports for management.
• Partner with Retail Operations, Procurement, and Finance to strengthen inventory controls and improve profitability.
• Monitor slow‑moving, obsolete, and damaged inventory, providing recommendations to optimise stock levels.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Cost Control, Inventory Control, or Retail Finance.
• Strong background in retail inventory management.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Preferred experience within Trading Card Games, collectibles, hobby, gaming, or specialty retail.
• Understanding of inventory valuation, pricing strategies, and gross margin management.
• Experience supporting multi‑store retail operations is an advantage.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel (advanced)
• ERP systems
• POS systems