Cost Control Specialist - Temporary Contract

At Grupo Planeta, we are looking for a for a Cost Control Specialist - Temporary Contract motivated and detail-oriented candidate to join our Academic Department in the Rome Business School.

The candidate will work closely with a range of stakeholders, including the administrative team, supporting key activities related to cost monitoring and planning of academic activities. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic and international environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and control costs of the academic department, including teaching sessions, extra-curricular activities and event expenses;
• Monthly review of cost forecasts;
• Collaborate closely with senior administrators and event coordinators to gather detailed information on incurred costs, ensuring accurate allocation;
• Analyze variances between actual costs and budgeted amounts, identifying causes and reporting findings to management;
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to support cost optimization and budget adherence;
• Control and approval of invoices from suppliers
• Reconciliation of credit card payments
• Placing orders from suppliers if and where needed
• Create a high-level planning of academic teaching activities and check for classroom occupancy
• Set up the budget for the department for the following year
• Create cost simulations as part of the due diligence process of departmental projects