Yolk Recruitment Ltd

Are you a commercially minded finance professional with a sharp analytical eye and a passion for driving business performance? We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong FP&A skills and an analytical mindset, ideally with experience in manufacturing or a similar operational environment . About the Role As Finance Business Partner, you'll work closely with operational and commercial teams to provide meaningful financial insight that supports strategic decision-making. This role is a key link between finance and the wider business, focused on delivering value through forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. Key Responsibilities: Support monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning processes Provide insightful analysis of financial and operational performance Identify risks and opportunities, supporting the business in delivering targets Partner with operational teams to understand cost drivers and efficiency opportunities Develop and improve financial models and KPIs to drive business performance Assist in month-end processes, variance analysis, and reporting Communicate complex financial data clearly to non-finance stakeholders What We're Looking For: Fully qualified or part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) Strong FP&A skills and a data-driven approach to problem solving Excellent Excel and financial modelling abilities Previous experience in a manufacturing or product-driven environment is highly desirable Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence Comfortable working with large data sets and translating data into actionable insight What's in it for You: The chance to make a real impact in a high-visibility role A supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunities for career progression and professional development Hybrid working options and flexible hours A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Finance Business Partner -Procurement & CRE - INSIDE IR35 - Up to £450 per day -Teesdale, Chilton, Cambridge or Farringdon - 6 Months - SINGLE STAGE VIRTUAL INTERVIEW Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to join our client on a 6 month contract based in either Teesdale, Chilton, Cambridge or Farringdon for an initial period of 6 months. The purpose of th role is to provide finance support to the Global Chief Procurement Officer, and the wider Procurement and Corporate Real Estate teams. You will be reporting consolidated spend and savings, defining saving targets, peerforming analysis and taking actions to deliver procurement saving and wider goals. Responsibilities: Support the CPO in the monthly reporting and cost management of the global procurement & CRE budgets. Produce budget procurement savings targets at an appropriate level of granularity to ensure ownership of the category and sector savings exist at the operational level within the business. Own the definition of "procurement savings" and ensure it is applied consistently and effectively across the Group. Carry out a fit for purpose review of the current savings procedure and refresh based on agreed feedback from key stakeholders. Co-ordinate the collation and consolidation of savings reported to each of the sectors monthly. Track savings against budget targets and forecasts. Support and undertake procurement forecasting & modelling to help analyse the impact of scenarios on future savings, cash flow and other key procurement metrics, to inform strategic sourcing decisions. Ensure that Sector finance teams can show the level of savings delivered and how the savings have been utilised against budget assumptions. Assist the CRE team to build a full group real estate database including full occupancy costs of each building. Provide key inputs into the refresh of the CRE controls procedure working alongside the group controls and CRE teams. Support the CPO and procurement leadership team in the production of the procurement strategic plan. Lead appropriate savings performance review meetings with Sector finance and/or procurement teams. Understand and challenge any variance to plan. Identify and report on latest estimate versus plan; risks and opportunities. Assist the CPO in tracking delivery of the procurement initiatives across the Group and recommend opportunities to accelerate or refocus to deliver the targets. Identify project costs associated with the delivery of the saving objectives. Perform 'make (or lease) vs buy analyses' and 'total cost of ownership analyses'; develop this capability within the wider procurement team. Provide financial leadership and support to the CPO and Global procurement & CRE teams. Assist in the definition, implementation, and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPI's) outside of savings. Support group and sector working capital objectives alongside delivering procurement savings. Bring new ideas and metrics related to future forecasting and mitigation of future inflation risk. Partner with the CPO and Global procurement team to provide proactive insightful financial recommendations. Make formal and informal presentations to senior leaders on monthly results, forecasts, sourcing strategies and programs as required. Support business reporting processes as required. Experience: Experience of managing a team Extensive experience of working to numerous tight deadlines ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualified with first time passes (or equivalent or qualified by experience) Experience of consolidations Experience of management reporting and budgeting Sound working knowledge of Procurement IT literate with a good knowledge of Excel Experience of driving improvements in processes and reporting Personal Skills: Excellent management of people skills including the ability to question and work with senior management as well as to delegate and review work Approachable and diplomatic, whilst being assertive and confident Able to work as part of a team Able to work to multiple tight deadlines Good communication skills Well organised and able to multi-task Accurate Analytical Attention to detail

Job Title: Transactional Finance Manager - Manufacturing (AP & AR) Location: Near Blackwood (Site-Based Only) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Up to £40,000 per year Benefits: Pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays About the Client Our client is a leading manufacturing company known for delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions. They are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Transactional Finance Manager to join their finance team, overseeing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions. This is a site-based role, requiring the successful candidate to work from the company's Blackwood facility. Role Overview The Transactional Finance Manager will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and accurate processing of financial transactions. This role is key to supporting the company's operational and financial goals through strong control of AP and AR processes. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee the full AP and AR cycles, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies, maintaining strong internal controls. Monitor cash flow and provide actionable insights to support financial planning. Develop and implement efficient transactional finance processes and best practices. Collaborate with internal teams (procurement, operations, sales) to streamline financial operations. Prepare reports and analysis to support management and audit requirements. Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; professional qualifications (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) preferred. Proven experience managing AP and AR within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and transactional finance processes. Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office (Excel in particular). Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to lead a team and work collaboratively across departments. What the Client Offers Salary up to £40,000 per year Pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing manufacturing company Professional development and career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative work environment

Quality Engineer Up to £39,000 Are you passionate about quality assurance and continuous improvement? Do you enjoy problem-solving, driving process excellence, and making a real impact on manufacturing operations? Yolk Recruitment is excited to support a leading manufacturing company in their search for a skilled Quality Engineer. In this role, you'll be the key quality contact for designated customers, ensuring top-tier quality assurance of manufactured products. You'll have the opportunity to influence processes, implement best practices, and contribute directly to the success of a high-performing team. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities, resolve challenges, and help deliver products that consistently exceed customer expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and have a strong background in quality standards, this is your chance to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful difference in a growing manufacturing business. This is what you'll be doing: Serve as the primary quality contact for assigned customers, ensuring their satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints. Participate in Business Improvement / Continuous improvement activities Lead and participate in business and process improvement initiatives, applying Six Sigma methodologies to enhance manufacturing processes. Provide support during external audits and maintain accreditations ensuring compliance with industry standards. Develop and update process FMEA and control plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain high-quality standards. Conduct internal audits in line with the audit schedule. And this is what you'll need: Experience with Quality Tools & Techniques. Experience working within a manufacturing environment. And this is what you'll get: Competitive salary. Private healthcare. Early finish on Friday's. If you feel you have the skills, experience, and passion to be successful in this Quality Engineer role apply now. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.