Location Accountant - Haydock Park Racecourse

Levy UK; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Haydock Park is seeking a Location Accountant to manage financial performance during race days. The ideal candidate will support venue management with budgeting and financial analysis. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Flexibility for weekend work is required, with strong analytical and communication skills emphasized.

Benefits

Healthcare & wellbeing benefits

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee assistance programme

Discounts on shopping and travel

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or working towards a professional qualification.
• Experience in a financial role within a similar industry.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate information clearly.
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Good to superb Excel skills.
• Flexibility for weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Support venue management with financial performance.
• Provide financial insights on race days.
• Prepare accurate P&Ls and forecasts.
• Analyze contract performance.

Skills

AAT qualified or working towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA

Experience in a financial role

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Strong numerical skills

Excel skills

Flexibility for weekend work

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location Accountant - Haydock Park Racecourse, WA12 0HQ | Full-Time / Permanent

£40,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.

We’re looking for...

A proactive Location Accountant to join our dedicated team based at Haydock Park Racecourse. In this diverse role you\'ll be supporting venue management for the racecourse with financial performance, event P&Ls, forecasting, and budgeting. You\'ll be onsite at your racecourse during all race days to provide key insights, ensure smooth financial operations, and act as a link between the venue and head office.

We are Levy

Levy is about elevating experiences. We are a leading global hospitality partner, designing and delivering unforgettable guest moments that prioritise people and the planet.

Trusted by some of the world’s most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and ExCeL London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.

Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.

We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.

Location Accountant - The role

• Based out of Haydock Park Racecourse, being a key support function during race days
• Acting as the key commercial contact during race days and events, ensuring tech is set up and functional.
• Preparing accurate pre- and post-event P&Ls, including key assumptions.
• Supporting timely forecasts, budgets, and financial statements.
• Analyzing contract performance and providing financial insights.
• Partnering with managers to drive financial awareness and performance.
• Assisting with working capital, debt, stock, and cash control.
• Producing clear reports and supporting business reviews.
• Ensuring smooth finance processes between venue and head office.

What we’re looking for

• Ideally be AAT qualified /or working towards a professional qualification in ACCA/CIMA/ACA (QBE is also acceptable).
• Experience in a financial role within a similar industry
• Ability to analyse and evaluate information in a clear and concise way
• Excellent communication skills - ability to communicate oral and written information concisely and logically
• Strong numerical and analytical skills for large quantity of data, with a close attention to detail
• Good to superb Excel Skills
• Flexible working ability as there is some weekend work

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
• Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
• Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Family benefits:
• 2 days’ additional leave after returning from maternity leave
• Day off for your baby’s first birthday
• Enhanced family leave
• Perks & discounts:
• Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts
• 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships
• Financial wellbeing:
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Preferred rates on salary finance products
• Development opportunities:
• Professional subscriptions
• Ongoing training and structured career pathways
• Meals on duty included

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.