Event Cost Controller - The Excel

Event Cost Controller at ExCel London

ExCeL London, the home of world leading events is enjoying a period of significant growth and is set to become Europe’s largest connected convention centre with the opening of a new extension in Autumn 2024, increasing capacity by 25%. To support this exciting expansion, we’re growing our world class hospitality team that will help to deliver over 400 leading industry events every year. ExCeL London Hospitality caters for the biggest, most influential events in the UK, from executive meetings to large scale conferences and exhibitions. We boast a highly trained team of managers, chefs and waiting staff, who ensure our customers receive the best possible service.

Overall Purpose of the Role:

The overall purpose of the Event Cost Controller (ECC) role is to effectively support the unit's operation through a managed Cost of Sales and controllables service development.

More about the role:

• To assist the team to manage the ordering, processing, stock control and invoices relating to all orders placed ensuring the smooth planning and delivery of a first class catering product to our clients and customers whilst managing the business needs and performance standards.
• To provide essential support to the Location Accountant and Finance Business Partner in ensuring effective financial management within the organisation. This involves analysing the financial performance of on-site teams to identify strengths and weaknesses, assisting in driving performance improvements through cost-saving initiatives, and monitoring the financial impact of change initiatives. Additionally, the ECC handles various financial administrative tasks, such as Purchase Ledger queries, overviewing stock take process, and preparing cost reports, to maintain accurate financial records.
• Through collaboration and communication with stakeholders, the ECC facilitates alignment and coordination, ultimately contributing to the organization's financial success and achievement of its objectives.

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 and 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

Vodafhone discounts

Pension scheme and Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

23 days + BH’s and an additional day off for your birthday

2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during the first year back

Competitive and supportive family benefits

Day off for baby's 1st birthday

Holiday purchase scheme

On-going training & development and career pathways

Professional subscriptions paid

Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products

Who you are:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in financial role.
• Experience in catering industry is essential.
• Working towards a recognised Accountancy qualification.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel (strong Excel ability).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex financial information to diverse stakeholders.
• Organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience in supporting change initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams is desirable.
• Proactive and collaborative approach with a keen attention to detail.
• Commitment to accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Self-motivated
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Passion for contributing to the overall success of the organization through sound financial management practices.

Who we are:

Levy UK + Ireland is the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, delivering legendary experiences in food, drink, and hospitality.

In the UK, we are proud to have a wealth of long-standing partnerships with venues across sports, entertainment, and events. Our partnerships include venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, Edgbaston, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Principality Stadium, Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and ExCel London.

We are culinary champions - it’s what we do and it’s what we are passionate about. At the core of our work is the belief that sustainably sourced great food and drink, coupled with exceptional service is key to creating legendary experiences.

Focussed on ‘doing the right thing’ for our people and the planet, sustainability, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.

We have a commitment to being Net Zero by 2027, are official partners of the British Paralympic Association, and are proud to pay all our team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.

At Levy UK + Ireland, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. We believe that our differences are our greatest strengths, and we are committed to creating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered.

Join us in our journey towards a more diverse and inclusive world, where every person has the chance to thrive and contribute their unique talents. Together, we can achieve greatness.


Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 11/29/2024