Location Accountant - Royal Dublin Society (RDS), Dublin | Full-Time / Permanent
Up to €45,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, retail discounts, meals on duty, and more.
We're looking for a commercially aware Location Accountant to work closely with on-site operational teams, supporting financial performance, driving business insight, and strengthening financial control.
This is a hands-on role at the heart of venue operations — ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with managers, understanding how the business really runs, and turning numbers into action.
Levy delivers world-class hospitality and event experiences at iconic venues.
At the RDS Dublin, we operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment supporting conferences, exhibitions, and live events.
Location Accountant - The Role
You will support the Finance Business Partner by helping operational leaders understand performance, improve profitability, and maintain strong financial discipline across the venue.
Key Responsibilities
Business Modelling & Forecasting
Support managers in understanding key commercial drivers
Assist with weekly and monthly forecasting
Use business modelling tools to support decision-making
Analyse and explain performance variances
Commercial & Operational Support
Assist with P&L reporting and variance analysis
Carry out margin optimisation and segment analysis
Support pre- and post-event financial reviews
Work with Operations on weekly performance analysis
Complete client billing and analyse "Other Income" streams
Liaise with concessionaires to ensure accurate and timely reporting
Review spend per head (SPH) by event and collaborate with data teams
Provide clear insight into profitability and the impact of business initiatives
Cash & Accounts Payable (new section added)
Manage and oversee cash takings and daily/weekly reconciliations
Ensure accurate recording and control of all cash income streams
Support and process Accounts Payable activities, including supplier invoices
Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Maintain strong financial controls across cash handling and AP processes
Margin & Cost Control
Support accurate stocktakes and interdepartmental transfers
Consolidate EPOS data, staff feeding, and contract cost information
Help unit managers understand financial performance
Identify causes of variances and support preventative action
Controls & Collaboration
Work closely with the FBP, Cost Controller and Finance Team
Promote awareness of financial controls across operational teams
Monitor compliance with control processes
Support training of managers in financial best practice
About You
You're analytical, organised, and confident working with both numbers and people.
You enjoy being close to operations and helping managers make better commercial decisions.
We're looking for:
Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail
Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance teams
Proactive, adaptable and comfortable in a busy event environment
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Good planning and organisational ability
Experience analysing financial or operational performance
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Previous operational or hospitality experience is advantageous
Flexibility to support events as required
What you'll get in return:
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
Healthcare & wellbeing: HSF Health (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Family benefits
Perks & discounts
Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts
Financial wellbeing
Development opportunities
Ongoing training and structured career pathways
Meals on duty included
Free Parking on site
Why Join Us?
Work in one of Ireland's leading event venues
Be part of a dynamic, live-events environment
Gain exposure to commercial, operational and event-based finance
Visible role working closely with senior venue teams
Opportunity to grow within a global organisation
This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to develop a career in commercial and operational finance, working where business performance happens in real time.
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