Job Introduction

KENTS HILL PARK TRAINING & CONFERENCE CENTRE  - FINANCE ASSISTANT- MATERNITY COVER

Kents Hill Park is a dedicated training and conference centre set in a peaceful location on the outskirts of Milton Keynes, yet within easy access to key road, rail and airport networks. Ideally suited to training courses and conferencing, our quiet, suburban location provides delegates with an environment conducive to learning. 

 With over 70 meeting rooms and 300 bedrooms, with our restaurant serving upwards of 200

guests for breakfast, lunch and dinner, we also have fantastic onsite leisure club operated by Nuffield Health.  

 Kents Hill Park offers a flexible and adaptable approach to our client’s business needs and can accommodate up to 600 delegates being one of the largest dedicated training and conference centres in the UK, it is not surprising that Kents Hill Park is recognised as a leading venue to host training and conferencing events in the home counties. The Venues Collection, a grouping of eight easily accessible event spaces division of Compass Group UK & Ireland.

Specific responsibilities             

• To co-ordinate with departmental HOD’s ensuring that new standards / control procedures are correctly met in line with Profit Protection audit. 
• To control and issue Purchase Orders, and record in accordance with Company Policy.
• To support the FC with the management of team member timesheets. 
• To accurately record daily sales and balance the banking of receipts
• To record weekly stocktake counts and process into SAP
• To monitor the departmental inbox and action emails from suppliers as appropriate
• To process approved supplier invoices 
• To support the FC/AFC in the accurate reporting of monthly management accounts
• To comply with any reasonable request from the Management team.

Key Skills

• Good attention to detail and consistently high standard of work
• Ability to problem solve and identify reasons for discrepancies
• Good communication and ability to liaise with other team members
• Good proficiency on Excel
• Ability to work on their own as well as part of a team

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: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 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.