Assistant Location Accountant - Excel London - Full-Time / Permanent £40000 excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. Please note this role is based on site 5 days per week. Role Purpose The Assistant Location Accountant supports the Location Accountant and Finance Business Partner in delivering effective financial management. This includes analysing site performance, identifying opportunities to improve profitability, supporting cost control and revenue optimisation, and monitoring the impact of change initiatives. The role also ensures accurate financial administration through invoice processing, reconciliations, and reporting, while working closely with stakeholders to drive financial performance. Candidate Profile Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance role Catering or hospitality experience desirable Studying towards an accountancy qualification Strong Excel and financial systems skills Analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into insights Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Key Responsibilities Support P&L reporting, forecasting, and month-end processes Analyse financial performance and provide actionable insights Maintain accurate financial records, including journals and reconciliations Manage invoices, purchase ledger, and orders (Foodbuy) Consolidate EPOS data for reporting and analysis Support stocktakes and inventory accuracy Produce labour forecasts and track variances Assist with client billing and “Other Income” analysis Train on-site teams to improve financial awareness and controls Collaborate with stakeholders to drive performance improvements Key KPIs Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting (within ~5% variance) Forecasting accuracy Quality of financial analysis and insights Inventory accuracy and stock control Effectiveness of financial training and compliance Cost control improvements (food, labour, etc.) Invoice processing efficiency Cash handling accuracy and compliance Why Join Us? Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive. Together, we create unforgettable experiences and shape the future of hospitality. Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children) Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work) Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema tickets Health & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%) Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and Expedia Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards Meals on duty Vodaphone discounts Pension scheme and Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme 23 days BH's and additional day off for your birthday 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back Competitive and supportive family benefits Day off for baby's first birthday Holiday purchase scheme On-going training & development and career pathways Professional subscriptions paid Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/2104/60105001/52803750/SU Levy UK Compass 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!