Finance AssistantCanary Wharf, LondonWe are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a busy hospitality and catering operation based in Canary Wharf. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop within a commercially focused role.The successful candidate will support the finance function across multiple operational areas, helping to ensure accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and effective analysis of business performance. You'll work closely with operational managers and senior stakeholders, providing valuable insight into sales, labour, stock, and purchasing performance while supporting the day-to-day running of the finance department.This role would suit someone who is highly organised, analytical, and confident managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport weekly and period-end financial reporting processesAnalyse sales performance and provide ad hoc reporting when requiredProduce labour reports and support managers with labour analysisInvestigate stock, gross profit, and cost variances alongside operational teamsSupport financial controls, compliance checks, and audit processesMaintain reporting systems and ensure operational data is kept up to dateAssist with reconciliations, administration, and finance-related queriesWork collaboratively with operational teams to improve financial understanding and performanceSupport purchasing compliance and reporting processesAssist with maintaining EPOS and reporting systemsAbout YouPrevious experience within a finance, accounts, or analytical roleHospitality or catering industry experience would be highly beneficialStrong attention to detail and a passion for accuracyIntermediate Excel skills and confidence working with dataExcellent communication and organisational skillsAble to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy environmentAnalytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and investigate issuesProactive, adaptable, and willing to support across multiple areas of the businessThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing operation where you can make a real impact while developing your finance and commercial experience within hospitality.We ensure you\'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Free mealsSubsidised gym membershipContributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsRestaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK\'s leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Job Reference: com/1805/44769001/52808777/SU RA GroupCompass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!