Job Vacancy: Senior Location Accountant

Be part of the team at Edgbaston Stadium, delivering impactful financial support in a vibrant environment.

About Us

Edgbaston Stadium, home to Warwickshire County Cricket Club, is one of the most iconic venues in cricket. Founded in 1882, Warwickshire CCC has a proud history and an ambitious vision to be the best cricket business in the world. More than just a sporting venue, Edgbaston is a vibrant hub for innovation, community connection, and excellence, delivering opportunities that make a positive impact across the region.

Our catering and hospitality services are provided by Levy UK&I, part of Compass Group, a global leader in catering and support services. With partnerships at prestigious venues like Wimbledon and Twickenham, Levy combines culinary expertise and outstanding service to create unforgettable guest experiences. Guided by values of sustainability, wellbeing, and inclusion, Levy is committed to paying all team members at or above the Real Living Wage and achieving Net Zero by 2027.

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Joining Our Team

Levy UK&I is seeking a Senior Location Accountant to join our Stadia Finance team at Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham. Working within a fast-paced, event-led environment, this role offers the opportunity to partner closely with operational leaders and play a key role in driving commercial performance at one of the UK’s most iconic sporting venues.

Reporting to the Finance Business Partner, Levy Stadia, you will work alongside the venue General Manager and Heads of Department to support strong financial decision-making. You’ll provide timely, insightful analysis, oversee robust financial controls, and help ensure delivery of sales, margin, PBIT and client returns. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role with exposure to senior stakeholders, clients and live matchday operations.

The role is embedded within the venue operation, and attendance on match days is required. This includes evening and weekend working during the cricket season (May to September).

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Experience in a commercial finance or management accounting role
• Proven ability to business partner operational teams
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into clear, actionable insight
• Experience producing financial reports, forecasts and budgets
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage and challenge non-finance stakeholders
• Highly organised, resilient and comfortable managing multiple deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable

• Experience using SAP, Sage and/or data-fed reporting tools, such as Quicksights
• Part-qualified and working towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA

For further information about the role, including detailed responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the Job Description available here.

Our Values

We are Bears, and our values are the heartbeat of everything we do:

• Passion: Genuine passion for what we do
• Respect: Our history and who we are
• Innovation: We’re not afraid to be different
• Diversity: In our people and thinking
• Excellence: We want to be the best

Why Join Us

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate and dynamic team at Edgbaston Cricket Ground, where collaboration and excellence drive everything we do.

We offer more than just a job; we offer an environment that supports your growth and well-being:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 20 days of annual leave (rising to 25 with service) plus bank holidays, and take an extra day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Career Development: Benefit from accountancy qualification study support to enhance your professional growth.
• Health and Well-Being: Access free on-site parking, on-site Mental Health First Aiders, and a free hot meal each day while working.
• Flexibility and Support: Take advantage of our flexible working options, enhanced Maternity Pay Scheme, and employer pension contributions.
• Team Perks: Enjoy staff discounts, Club Membership, and participate in Club events to celebrate success together.
• Financial Security: Feel supported with Death in Service benefits for peace of mind.

Join us and experience the rewards of being part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.

How to Apply

Ready to take the plunge into an exciting career with Levy UK?  Send your cover letter and CV to [email protected] by Monday 5 January 2026.

Right to Work in the UK Statement

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, Warwickshire Cricket are unable to sponsor work visas. Therefore, please do not apply if you do not have the right to work in the UK. Before employment commences, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Safer Recruitment Statement

Warwickshire Cricket are firmly committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults to enjoy the game. It is essential that Safer Recruitment practices are followed to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable for their role, appropriately vetted and supported by the club.