Financial Services

Part-Time Payroll Assistant Location: Penarth Salary: Competitive Yolk Recruitment is excited to be working on behalf of our client, a well-established manufacturing business based in Penarth, to recruit a Part-Time Payroll Assistant. This is a site-based role offering an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to a key function within the company. About the Role: As the Payroll Assistant, you'll be responsible for supporting the payroll process for both weekly and monthly-paid staff. You'll work closely with the finance and HR teams to ensure all employees are paid accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities: Assist in preparing and processing payroll data in line with company policies and regulations. Ensure accurate calculation of wages, deductions, and statutory payments (e.g. NI, PAYE). Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new starters, leavers, and changes. Reconcile payroll and prepare reports as required. Respond to employee queries regarding payroll in a timely and professional manner. Stay up-to-date with payroll legislation and ensure compliance with HMRC guidelines. What We're Looking For: Previous experience in a payroll or finance-related role is essential. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good knowledge of payroll systems and processes. Familiarity with payroll legislation and statutory deductions. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software. A proactive, team-oriented attitude with excellent communication skills. What's in it for you? Competitive part-time salary. A chance to join a close-knit, supportive team in a successful manufacturing business. Ongoing training and development opportunities. If you're looking for a flexible, part-time role where you can make an impact in a well-regarded company, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience. Yolk Recruitment - we make hiring happen.

Experienced Credit Controller - Legal Services 📍 Location: Commutable to Bristol Are you an experienced Credit Controller with a background in legal or professional services? Are you looking to join a dynamic, nationally recognised law firm where you can make an impact? We are seeking a skilled Credit Controller to join our growing finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced, professional environment, ensuring the firm maintains a strong financial position while delivering outstanding client service. Key Responsibilities: Proactively manage and reduce aged debt across multiple legal practice areas. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure timely payments. Work closely with fee earners and partners to resolve billing and payment queries. Monitor and manage credit risk, ensuring compliance with internal policies. Assist in improving credit control processes and reporting. What We're Looking For: ✔ Previous experience in a credit control role within a law firm or professional services environment. ✔ Excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage with clients professionally. ✔ Strong ability to prioritise workload and manage deadlines effectively. ✔ Experience working with legal accounting systems (such as Elite 3E, Aderant, or similar) is desirable. ✔ A proactive and solutions-focused approach to credit management. What's in It for You? ✨ A competitive salary and benefits package. ✨ A supportive and collaborative working culture. ✨ Hybrid working options for greater work-life balance. ✨ The opportunity to work for a respected national law firm with a strong reputation. If you're a confident and experienced Credit Controller looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Senior Finance Officer - Bridgend Up to £37,000 per annum Are you looking to step up into a role with more responsibility? Do you have experience managing purchase and sales ledgers and leading a small team? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you! A reputable manufacturing business based in Bridgend is seeking a Senior Finance Officer to join their finance team. This role is pivotal in managing the purchase and sales ledgers while overseeing two members of staff. Key Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger Provide support to the purchase ledger team, ensuring accurate processing of invoices. Assist in managing accounts payable, ensuring timely payments. Conduct reviews of creditors with the purchase ledger clerk. Ensure timely recording of overheads and expenses to meet month-end deadlines. Assist in updating policies and procedures to enhance financial processing controls. Input payments into the banking system. Perform bank reconciliations and closing of ledgers. Manage intercompany transactions and raise sales invoices. Sales Ledger Ensure the sales ledger remains up to date by monitoring bank transactions. Conduct debtor reviews with the finance assistant. Liaise with departments regarding customer orders on hold due to credit limits or overdue invoices. Monitor and maintain customer credit limits in line with company policies. Perform credit checks on new and existing customers. Complete bank reconciliations. Other Duties Prepare weekly reports for managers. Assist with audit preparation and liaise with auditors. Support the finance team with ad-hoc tasks and projects as needed. Experience & Skills Required: Previous experience in a similar role is essential. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Excellent organisational and administrative skills. Knowledge of financial controls and accounting standards. Please apply below for an informal, confidential chat.

Accounts Manager 📍 Bridgend | Site-Based 💰 Up to £37,000 per annum 🏢 Global Exporting Business Are you an experienced Accounts Manager looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global exporting business in Bridgend, where you'll play a key role in overseeing key financial functions and supporting the smooth running of our accounts operations. The Role: As an Accounts Manager, you will be responsible for: ✔ Overseeing the purchase and sales ledger ✔ Managing reporting, recharges, and audit requests related to both ledgers ✔ Handling intercompany recharges ✔ Supporting payments and maintaining the fixed asset register ✔ This role has direct reports What We're Looking For: ✅ Proven experience in an Accounts role or similar ✅ Strong knowledge of purchase and sales ledgers ✅ Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills ✅ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, site-based role What's in it for You? ✨ Competitive salary of up to £37,000 ✨ The chance to be part of a growing, global business ✨ A supportive and collaborative team environment

Financial Crime Manager 📍 Location: Remote 💰 Salary: £80k-£95k DOE PA PR 📅 Contract Type: 12-18 month FTC Are you a Financial Crime expert looking to lead and embed a culture of risk awareness within a dynamic organisation? We are seeking a Financial Crime Manager to drive financial crime risk management, oversee compliance, and support strategic projects while ensuring operational readiness and client satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: ✅ Framework & Policy - Design and implement the Financial Crime framework, tools, and mechanisms. ✅ Risk & Compliance - Identify and manage financial crime risks, ensuring compliance with AML and fraud regulations. ✅ Leadership & Oversight - Provide expert guidance to Financial Crime Analysts (1st & 2nd line) and conduct assurance reviews. ✅ Training & Development - Ensure staff are trained and maintain high financial crime risk awareness. ✅ Regulatory & Investigations - Manage high-risk escalations, including PEP approvals, sanction referrals, and regulatory engagements. ✅ Quality & Assurance - Perform monthly RCSA checks and assurance work over 1st Line teams. What We're Looking For: 🔹 Experience in a regulated industry. 🔹 Strong understanding of financial crime policy, legislation, and risk management. 🔹 Proven experience in financial crime oversight or management roles. 🔹 Knowledge of Business Process Services and Financial Services environments. 🔹 Ability to work with senior stakeholders, auditors, and third-party suppliers. Why Join Us? 📈 Opportunity to shape financial crime strategy and frameworks. 🤝 Work closely with senior management, including the Financial Crime Director (MLRO). 🌍 Engage with high-profile clients and regulatory bodies. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now! 🚀

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Finance Business Partner to join our growing finance team. With an expanding portfolio of projects across multiple business divisions, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success and strategic development of the organisation and to achieve masses of self development and exposure! Key Responsibilities Business and Project Support Provide financial advice and ensure compliance with accounting standards and policies. Develop and implement financial models to support strategic initiatives and decision-making. Review, manage, and monitor staff utilisation compared to agreed targets. Identify opportunities to improve processes, drive efficiencies, and maintain accuracy. Monitor project retention balances regularly. Assist with Power BI reporting and dashboard development. Support statutory and internal audits. Provide ad hoc financial and commercial support as required. Month-End Project Reporting Collaborate with business leads, project managers, and the commercial team to ensure accurate month-end project reporting, including revenue recognition and cost tracking. Monitor financial performance by analysing actuals against budgets and forecasts. Conduct variance analysis to identify key trends and deviations. Review and manage aged WIP balances. Prepare detailed business commentary for dashboard reporting. Produce monthly status reports and review forecasts with project teams to finalise project reporting. Budgeting and Forecasting Work with management teams to prepare annual budgets and forecasts. Support the presentation of budgets and quarterly forecasts to senior leadership. Conduct detailed data analysis and trend reviews to aid decision-making. Ensure alignment between top-down and bottom-up forecasting approaches. Assist in labour forecasting and resource management. Evaluate project margins and manage contingencies effectively. What We're Looking For Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to prioritise and manage deadlines effectively. Self-motivated and proactive, with a proven ability to achieve objectives. Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and data analysis. Strong analytical skills and the ability to present financial insights clearly. Experience using Excel and accounting software. Knowledge of Power BI or a willingness to learn. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Desirable Skills and Experience Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Experience in a Finance Business Partner role within a contracting or project-based business. Familiarity with managing a portfolio of projects, including varying contract terms and clients. Commercial awareness and experience in a commercial environment. Proven success in stakeholder management and collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a dynamic role within a growing organisation, offering both strategic and operational challenges.

🚀 Join Our Growing Finance Recruitment Team! 🚀 ​ Are you a skilled recruiter with experience in the finance market or a strong background in business development and B2B sales? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have an entrepreneurial mindset, and a natural drive to succeed? If so, we want to hear from you! ​ What We're Looking For: Proven experience in recruitment, business development, or B2B sales. A driven, ambitious, and entrepreneurial character. Excellent relationship-building skills and a results-oriented mindset. ​ What We Offer: A hybrid working model, offering flexibility on start and finish times. A supportive and dynamic team environment. Opportunities to grow and shape your career with a leading finance recruitment team. ​ Take your career to the next level-apply now and become a key part of our success story! 🌟

Job Description: Payroll Administrator Position Overview: Position Title: Payroll Administrator Salary: Up to £32,000 per year Contract Type: Permanent Probation Period: 6 months Location: Full-time, site-based across in Cwmbran Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Holiday Entitlement: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays Pension: Auto-enrolment Key Responsibilities: 1. Payroll Processing Prepare and process weekly and monthly payroll for 150 employees. Ensure timely and accurate payroll, using systems such as SAGE 50 and Excel. Address payroll discrepancies promptly and professionally. 2. System Management Maintain and manage the company's rostering system to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Oversee shift scheduling, ensuring compliance with operational needs. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve any rostering issues or changes. 3. Data Management & Analysis Extract and manage payroll and roster data for reporting and decision-making. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all data. Proactively identify and rectify gaps or inconsistencies in payroll or scheduling data. Candidate Requirements: Knowledge & Skills Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processes, including UK compliance and statutory requirements. Proficiency in payroll calculations, tax deductions, and related regulatory aspects. Competence in managing rostering systems and ensuring efficiency. Experience Demonstrable experience in payroll data collation, extraction, and analysis. Familiarity with SAGE 50 payroll software is highly desirable but not essential. Willingness to adapt and learn new systems quickly if needed. Personal Attributes High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multiple sites. Strong communication skills for liaising with colleagues and employees effectively. Benefits: Competitive salary up to £32,000. Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multi-site environment. Professional growth opportunities with access to training on relevant systems.

Job Title: Accounts & Office Administrator Location: Newport Company: Global Manufacturing Organisation Salary: Up to £33,000 About Us: Yolk Recruitment is proud to be exclusively recruiting for a globally recognised manufacturing organisation with a strong reputation for excellence and innovation. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Finance Assistant to support our finance team in Newport. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment where your contributions will be valued and rewarded. Key Responsibilities: Manage the sales ledger, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely collections. Oversee the purchase ledger, processing invoices and reconciling supplier statements. Prepare and manage employee timesheets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll deadlines. Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting. Maintain accurate financial records and assist with audits. Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve financial queries. Support the finance team with ad-hoc duties as required. Perform basic HR duties, including checking that Learning & Development (L&D) and Health & Safety (H&S) training is up to date. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a similar finance role, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of sales and purchase ledgers. Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel. Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills. Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. AAT qualification or working towards an accounting qualification is desirable but not essential. Benefits: Salary up to £33,000. Life Assurance Employee assistance program including wellbeing app. Free parking on all sites. Finish at 1pm on a Friday An entitlement to full pay whilst off sick for a limited number of days (in addition to statutory sick pay entitlement). 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Career development opportunities within a global organisation. If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team!

Are you a driven and experienced Management Accountant looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic organisation? Join us as a Management Accountant, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping financial insights and supporting strategic decision-making across departments. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and review accurate monthly management accounts and performance reports for senior leadership. Develop and maintain budget and forecast models; lead budget and forecast processes to align with business objectives. Act as a trusted business partner to HR, IT, and Facilities & Admin teams, providing valuable financial insights. Coordinate statutory audit and accounts processes, working closely with external auditors. Communicate and apply technical (accounting) changes to the firm's accounts. Collaborate with the Finance Director on partnership tax and accounting transactions. Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years' experience in management accounting. Professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent). Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and ability to present financial data clearly. Experience in business partnering and stakeholder engagement. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills required. This role offers a chance to collaborate closely with senior leadership and contribute to the financial success of the organisation. If you're an accomplished Management Accountant looking to elevate your career, apply today!

Are you a dynamic and ambitious Financial Crime Analyst ready to take your career to the next level? Do you have a proven track record of progression and now seek a role that will challenge and propel you further? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking a Financial Crime Analyst who is driven, with team leadership or mentorship experience, and has a hands-on approach to transaction monitoring and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). In this role, you'll not only contribute to the success of our team but also play a pivotal role in the development of more junior colleagues by checking and improving the quality of their work. What We're Looking For: Demonstrable experience in financial crime prevention with a solid track record of career progression. Previous experience in mentorship or team leadership, ensuring quality standards are met through review and feedback on junior team members' work. Strong working knowledge of transaction monitoring processes and SAR reporting. A passion for tackling financial crime and a proactive approach to identifying risks and implementing solutions. A desire to grow and progress in a fast-paced, challenging environment. What We Offer: A clear pathway for progression, with opportunities for you to grow within the team. Ongoing professional development and the chance to shape the future of the department. A dynamic and collaborative working environment where your contributions make a real impact. If you are ready to take the next step in your financial crime career, apply today to be part of a forward-thinking, ambitious team!

Financial Crime Analyst (KYC/EDD/CDD/AML) Working Hours: Shift-based (7 am - 10 pm), 7 days a week, with some weekends required Salary: Competitive About Us: We are a dynamic and growing company seeking a highly motivated Financial Crime Analyst with a strong background in KYC/EDD/CDD/AML. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values initiative, effective communication, and a commitment to excellence. Key Responsibilities: Utilise your KYC/EDD/CDD/AML expertise to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Conduct transaction monitoring with the ability to learn and adapt quickly. Demonstrate a great work ethic, using initiative and effective communication skills. Requirements: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role. KYC/EDD/CDD/AML experience/knowledge is essential. Ability to work shift-based hours, including weekends. Working Model: Fully remote position, with optional attendance at their Cardiff offices. Shift-based hours, with specific shift preferences considered. 35-hour workweek with a one-hour lunch break. Mandatory one-week training in the Cardiff office (expenses covered). Benefits: 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) + one day off for your birthday yearly. £1k per calendar year travel allowance (non-business related). £1k personal learning allowance for activities such as driving lessons. Private medical coverage. Cycle to work scheme. Perk box benefits. Recognition and Incentives: Badges awarded for achieving proficiency in specific skills. Opportunity to earn up to £2k a year through badges, including SIFAS proficiency, fraud/scam detection, and customer retention.

Payroll Advisor - £14.50 per hour PAYE - 6 Months - Broughton, Flintshire - SINGLE STAGE PROCESS Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for a Payroll Advisor to work on a 6 month contract in Broughton for our client that specialises within the engineering sphere. Responsibilities: Process Payroll related transactions from internal stakeholders, such as: Detached Duty, Standby, On Call One time payment submissions Memberships, Loans, PASS scheme Working Party Subsistence P45 / New Starter Declarations Settlement Agreements Court Orders Process Time related transactions from internal stakeholders, such as: Overtime Shift Changes Sickness Phased Return To Work Time Savings Accounts, Salary Offset Process HR Administration related activities: Complete transactions in relation to all HR administration activities, for example references and solicitors letters Provide first level support to all clients on the flexible benefits platform Maintain e-pay tool and provide first line of support when dealing with stakeholder queries. Produce documents through mail merge for internal mail shots and divisional correspondence Manage all aspects of the relationship with the external e-payslip provider. E-mail Archiving. o Maintain and improve processes utilised within the team. Support and deliver all other HR administration requests, as required. Key Qualities: Customer focused and results orientated, with a logical approach to completing tasks. Be able to work using own initiative and develop effective solutions to problems. Must be a team player and proactively assist other team members when needed. Have a strong ‘personal branding’ and demonstrate a ‘can-do’ attitude in all areas. Ability to work under pressure to agreed deadlines. Work with minimum supervision, self-motivated. Excellent interpersonal skills, be well organised and have a flexible approach. Committed to support continuous improvements. Organisational and planning skills are essential to this role.

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