Financial Services
Introduction
Yolk's Financial Services recruitment team work with market-leading, globally renowned employers across Wales and the UK in sectors such as FinTech, Insurance, Manufacturing, Banking, and Law Firms amongst others.
Our industry leading Financial Services recruitment division excel in helping skilled professionals make the perfect career move, and organisations place the right people in the right roles.
Whether you're looking for a Part or Fully qualified Accountant for your practice, an individual within a transactional role such as Payroll or Credit Control, or seeking out a skillset within Financial Crime, Governance, or Risk & Compliance, the team are experts in placing top talent into permanent and fixed term contracts.
Our team has strong relationships with high profile, respected employers. Here you’ll find jobs that represent the very best of what’s around – whatever your level.
While our expertise extends far beyond, here are just some of roles that we specialise in:
PQ & FQ Accountants across multi-sector
CFO/Financial Controller and Finance Managers
Payroll
Credit Control
Investment and Operations
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Financial Crime
FP&A
Analytics - Credit Risk & Data
Mortgage Managers, Underwriters, and Administrators
For a confidential conversation about your next career move, or if you’re looking for talented professionals to join your firm, speak to our Financial Services team.
Jessica Harmer
Senior Manager | Financial Services
jessica.harmer@yolkrecruitment.com
02921 673 753
jharmer@yolkrecruitment.com 02921 673 753
"Yolk's Financial Services recruitment team strive to offer our clients and candidates an industry leading service across permanent, contract and temporary finance roles based in Wales and the South West of England. We pride ourselves on being able to find the perfect fit for every requirement, and make sure to put in the time after the placement to ensure everything runs smoothly for both sides."

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Latest Jobs in Financial Services
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HR & Payroll Administrator
Aberdare
HR & Payroll Clerk Aberdare | Up to £32,000 | Full-Time | Permanent Are you an organised HR and Payroll professional looking for a varied role where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy supporting employees, ensuring payroll is processed accurately and playing a key part in maintaining efficient HR administration? Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well-established and growing organisation in Aberdare with the recruitment of an HR & Payroll Clerk. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and supportive business where you'll play a key role across both HR and payroll functions. What you'll be doing As the HR & Payroll Clerk, you'll provide day-to-day support across payroll and HR administration, ensuring employees receive an excellent service while maintaining accuracy and compliance. Your responsibilities will include: Processing weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and on time. Managing starters, leavers, contract amendments and payroll changes. Administering pensions, statutory payments and payroll deductions. Maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentation. Supporting recruitment administration, including arranging interviews and onboarding new employees. Preparing contracts of employment, offer letters and other HR correspondence. Monitoring annual leave, sickness absence and other employee records. Assisting managers with HR administration and policy queries. Supporting disciplinary, grievance and absence management processes from an administrative perspective. Producing payroll and HR reports as required. Ensuring compliance with employment legislation, payroll regulations and internal policies. Supporting wider finance and administration duties when required. What we're looking for Previous experience in both payroll and HR administration. Good understanding of payroll processes and statutory payroll requirements. Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Confident using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office. Experience using payroll and HR systems would be advantageous. A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise a busy workload. What's on offer Salary up to £32,000, depending on experience. Company pension. Generous holiday allowance. Free on-site parking. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for training and professional development. Long-term career prospects within a stable and growing business. If you're an experienced HR & Payroll professional looking for your next opportunity in Aberdare, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Yolk Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
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Credit Controller
Port Talbot
Credit Controller Port Talbot | Up to £28,500 + Profit Share | Full-Time | Permanent Are you looking to build your career in credit control with a stable, growing business that values its people? Yolk Recruitment is partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit a Credit Controller for their finance team in Port Talbot. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business where you'll be trusted to manage your own customer ledger, build strong relationships and play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow. Whether you already have credit control experience or have worked within a finance or customer-focused environment and are looking to specialise, this role offers excellent long-term career prospects. The Role Reporting to the Regional Credit Manager, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring payments are collected efficiently whilst providing an outstanding level of customer service. Key Responsibilities Managing your own portfolio of customer accounts. Chasing outstanding debt by telephone, email and written correspondence. Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers. Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries. Managing agreed payment plans through to completion. Processing customer payments over the telephone. Recording all customer communications accurately. Escalating overdue accounts where appropriate. Maintaining accurate customer records and account documentation. Supporting the wider finance team with general administrative duties. What We're Looking For Previous Credit Control experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Experience within finance, accounts or a customer service environment. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Confident using Microsoft Office. A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to manage your own workload. Someone who enjoys building relationships whilst achieving positive commercial outcomes. What's on Offer Salary up to £28,500.. Profit sharing scheme. Company pension. Employee discount scheme. Company social events. Free on-site parking. Sick pay. The opportunity to join a supportive finance team with genuine long-term career prospects. If you're looking to join a successful organisation where you can develop your finance career within a friendly and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Yolk Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
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Senior Finance Officer (Hybrid)
Swansea
Senior Finance Officer Swansea | Hybrid Working (40% Office Based) | 35 Hours per Week Salary: £38,700 Yolk Recruitment is working with a well-established housing association in Swansea to recruit an experienced Senior Finance Officer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance team in a role that combines management accounting, team leadership and process improvement. You'll play a key role in supporting the Finance Manager, supervising a team of Finance Assistants and ensuring the smooth running of month-end reporting and financial controls. This position would suit someone looking to step into a role with genuine responsibility, where they can influence processes, support colleagues and contribute to the continued development of the finance function. What you'll be doing Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll act as the link between management and the transactional finance team, taking ownership of key financial reporting activities while providing day-to-day leadership to three Finance Assistants. Your responsibilities will include: Supervising, mentoring and supporting a team of three Finance Assistants. Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts. Producing accurate monthly financial reports for a range of departments. Completing month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations. Overseeing the processing of financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance. Reviewing purchase ledger, sales ledger and cashbook activities while providing guidance and resolving queries. Preparing VAT returns and other statutory submissions. Reconciling the finance system with the housing management system. Producing ad hoc analysis and reporting using Microsoft Excel. Identifying opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiencies across the finance function. Building strong relationships with colleagues across the organisation and providing financial support where required. Providing holiday cover for payroll when necessary. What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced finance professional who enjoys both the technical and people aspects of finance. You'll be confident managing workloads, supporting colleagues and taking ownership of month-end reporting. The successful candidate will have: AAT Level 4 qualification or be part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent). Previous experience producing management accounts. Strong understanding of month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations. Experience supervising, mentoring or managing finance staff. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and financial reporting. Experience preparing VAT returns. Excellent communication and organisational skills. The ability to prioritise workloads and use initiative. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Previous experience within housing, social housing, public sector or a regulated environment would be advantageous but is by no means essential. Candidates from commercial organisations or accountancy practice with the relevant experience are also encouraged to apply. What's on offer? Salary of £38,700 Hybrid working (approximately 40% office-based) 35-hour working week Flexible working arrangements Supportive and collaborative finance team Opportunity to supervise and develop a small finance team Varied role with exposure to management accounting, reporting and process improvement Stable organisation with an excellent reputation Long-term career development opportunities If you're an experienced finance professional looking for a role that offers a blend of technical accounting, team leadership and business partnering within a supportive organisation, we'd love to hear from you. To find out more or apply in confidence, contact Alex Connelly at Yolk Recruitment today.
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Accounts Payable (Mandarin Speaking) - Hybrid
Cardiff
Accounts Payable Assistant (Mandarin Speaking) Location: Cardiff (Hybrid Working) Salary: £28,000 - £31,000 per annum Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional with fluent Mandarin Chinese and English language skills? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, international finance environment where no two days are the same? We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing international business, supporting the Accounts Payable function across multiple entities while building strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues across the UK and China. Working as part of a collaborative finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and on time, maintaining excellent supplier relationships, and supporting the smooth running of the purchase ledger. Key Responsibilities Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently across multiple legal entities. Match, batch and code invoices in line with company procedures. Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies. Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs. Maintain accurate supplier records and ensure all accounts are up to date. Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, resolving invoice and payment queries promptly. Liaise daily with Mandarin-speaking suppliers, clients and colleagues based in China, providing clear communication and timely resolutions. Work closely with internal departments, including Procurement, Operations and Finance, to resolve invoice and purchase order queries. Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations and reporting. Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, financial controls and audit requirements. Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes and support continuous improvement initiatives. Assist with ad hoc finance administration and reporting as required. About You We're looking for someone who is organised, adaptable and enjoys working in a busy finance environment. You'll be a confident communicator who can build positive relationships with stakeholders across different countries and cultures. You'll have: Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Finance Assistant role. Fluent Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written) - essential. Experience working with multiple entities or international suppliers would be highly advantageous. Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems. The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple deadlines. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving queries. A professional and customer-focused attitude. What's on Offer Salary of £28,000 - £31,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working arrangement. Opportunity to join a growing international organisation. Friendly, collaborative and supportive finance team. Career development and progression opportunities. Comprehensive benefits package. If you're a Mandarin-speaking Accounts Payable professional looking to join an international business where your language skills and finance experience will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV.
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Finance Assistant
Monmouthshire
Finance Assistant Location: Monmouthshire Salary: c.£30k per annum DOE Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent The Opportunity An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance candidate to join a well-established and highly respected organisation. This is a fantastic role for a finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering an efficient, accurate, and customer-focused accounts payable service. Working as part of a supportive finance team, you will take ownership of the end-to-end purchase ledger process while building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. This is a varied position that also offers exposure to wider finance activities, making it an ideal opportunity for someone looking to further develop their career. As the Finance Assistant you will be responsible for: Managing the full accounts payable process from invoice receipt through to payment. Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. Ensuring invoices are appropriately authorised and paid within agreed payment terms. Performing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies promptly. Building and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, responding to queries in a professional and timely manner. Liaising with internal departments to ensure financial information is complete and accurate, including the allocation and recharge of relevant costs where required. Maintaining supplier records and ensuring all master data is accurate, validated, and up to date. Producing regular accounts payable reports, including aged creditors, credit balances, and other reporting required by senior finance management. Assisting with additional finance duties including credit card reconciliations, petty cash administration, and supporting departmental budget processes. Supporting continuous improvement of finance processes and maintaining high standards of financial control. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger position. Strong understanding of end-to-end accounts payable processes. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Confident communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships internally and externally. Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving queries. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using finance or ERP systems being advantageous. The ability to work independently while contributing positively as part of a collaborative finance team. What's on Offer Salary of up to £30,000, depending on experience. Full-time permanent position (37.5 hours per week). Company pension scheme. Life assurance. Free on-site parking. Enhanced sick pay. A supportive and friendly working environment. The opportunity to join a stable organisation that values collaboration, professionalism, and employee development. Apply Today If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and established organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
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Assistant Management Accountant
Swansea
Assistant Management Accountant Swansea | Hybrid Working | Study Support (AAT/ACCA/CIMA) Looking to take the next step in your finance career? If you're currently working in Accounts Payable, Finance Administration, or a similar finance support role and are studying (or planning to study) AAT, ACCA or CIMA, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. We're looking for an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join our friendly and supportive finance team in Swansea. You'll work closely with experienced finance professionals who are invested in your development, giving you the opportunity to build your management accounting skills while continuing your studies. What you'll be doing Assisting with monthly management accounts preparation Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities Balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings Analysing financial data and producing reports Supporting month-end and year-end processes Working alongside the wider finance team to improve processes and controls What we're looking for Experience in a finance role such as Accounts Payable, Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator Studying towards (or keen to begin) AAT, ACCA or CIMA Strong Excel skills and a keen eye for detail Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach Someone who's eager to learn, develop and build a long-term career in finance What's on offer Competitive salary Hybrid working Full study support for AAT, ACCA or CIMA A supportive and collaborative finance team Genuine career progression and opportunities to develop into a Management Accountant role Modern offices based in Swansea Generous holiday allowance and company benefits This is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to move beyond transactional finance and gain exposure to management accounting in a business that genuinely invests in its people. If you're motivated, curious, and ready to grow your finance career, we'd love to hear from you.
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SAP Accountant
Newport
SAP Accountant - 6 Month Contract | Immediate Start Available | Potential to Extend or Go Permanent Are you a qualified or part-qualified Accountant with strong SAP experience looking for your next opportunity? We're seeking an experienced SAP Accountant to join a key finance transformation project, supporting the delivery of effective SAP solutions and driving improvements across financial processes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who can quickly make an impact, combining strong accounting knowledge with SAP expertise to help shape and optimise finance systems and reporting. The Role You'll act as the vital link between finance teams and SAP technical teams, ensuring solutions are aligned with business needs, best practice, and operational requirements. You'll support the design and deployment of SAP S/4HANA Finance solutions, with a particular focus on financial reporting and process improvement. Key Responsibilities ✔ Work with finance stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate these into functional solutions ✔ Analyse and improve finance processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency ✔ Support SAP data cleansing, migration activities, validation, and data integrity checks ✔ Collaborate with technical and project teams to deliver solutions within agreed timescales ✔ Provide expertise across core finance processes including month-end, year-end close, consolidations, and intercompany transactions About You You'll bring: ✔ Qualified or part-qualified Accountant status ✔ Proven experience in a management accounting environment ✔ Strong SAP experience (essential) ✔ Good understanding of SAP finance processes and systems ✔ Advanced Excel skills and experience using reporting/data analysis tools such as Power BI ✔ Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both finance and technical stakeholders Contract Details 📍 6-month fixed term contract ⏱ Immediate start preferred 🔄 Potential for extension or permanent opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an SAP finance professional who enjoys working across systems, processes, and people to deliver meaningful improvements. Apply today to be considered for this exciting SAP Accountant opportunity.
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Finance Business Partner
Cardiff
Finance Business Partner - Join a Team Where Your Impact Matters Are you a fully qualified Finance professional, or newly qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), looking for a role where you can make a real impact? We're seeking an ambitious Finance Business Partner who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial curiosity, confidence, and the drive to influence business decisions. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to move beyond traditional reporting and become a true partner to the business - providing insight, challenging thinking, and helping stakeholders achieve their goals. What we're looking for: ✨ A qualified finance professional - You'll be fully qualified or newly qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a strong understanding of finance and a desire to continue developing your commercial skills. ✨ A confident communicator - You'll enjoy working with a diverse stakeholder group, building trusted relationships, and communicating financial insights clearly and effectively. ✨ A self-starter with initiative - You'll take ownership of your work, use your judgement, and be someone your manager can confidently rely on to deliver. ✨ A dynamic and energetic approach - You bring enthusiasm, pace, and a proactive mindset to your career and day-to-day responsibilities. ✨ Ambition and drive - You're career-focused, motivated, and excited to be surrounded by like-minded, high-performing individuals who want to make a difference. If you're a finance professional who is ready to step up, influence decisions, and become a trusted partner within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. This is a role for someone who brings energy, ambition, and commercial thinking - someone ready to make an impact and grow their career.
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Bookkeeper
Cardiff
Bookkeeper Location: Cardiff City Centre Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent We are seeking an experienced and organised Bookkeeper to join our team based in Cardiff City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys taking ownership of the finance function in a standalone role. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities, and ensuring the smooth running of the company's financial processes. Key Responsibilities Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers Processing purchase and sales invoices Bank reconciliations Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable Preparing and submitting VAT returns Processing payroll (where applicable) Assisting with month-end and year-end procedures Liaising with external accountants and auditors Monitoring cash flow and assisting with financial reporting Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations About You The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience in a bookkeeping role The ability to work independently and manage a varied workload Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Good communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Experience using Xero accounting software is highly desirable A proactive and reliable approach to work A bookkeeping or accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent) would be advantageous What We Offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience A supportive and friendly working environment A central Cardiff office with excellent transport links Opportunities for professional development The chance to take ownership of a standalone finance role and make a real impact If you are an experienced bookkeeper looking for a varied standalone position where you can use your skills and take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a brief covering letter
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Credit Controller (Hybrid)
Cardiff
💼 Credit Controller - Hybrid (2 Days Office / 3 Days Remote) Location: Cardiff (Hybrid - 2 days in office / 3 days remote) Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: 12 month FTC Salary: DOE Our client, a well-established and growing organisation based in Cardiff, is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their friendly finance team on a 12 month fixed term contract This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional who enjoys building relationships, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring efficient cash collection - all while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement. The Role: Managing and collecting outstanding debts in a professional and timely manner. Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal teams. Accurately allocating payments and reconciling customer accounts. Investigating and resolving payment or invoice discrepancies. Preparing aged debt reports and supporting month-end processes. The Candidate: Previous experience in credit control or accounts receivable is essential. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong attention to detail and organisational ability. Confident using Excel and accounting systems (experience with [insert system, e.g. Sage or Xero] desirable). Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment. The Package: Salary DOE Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the Cardiff office, 3 days working from home. 35-hour working week promoting a healthy work-life balance. Permanent position with excellent career development potential. Amazing benefits package Supportive and collaborative team environment. If you're looking for a rewarding credit control role within a successful and supportive business, we'd love to hear from you.
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Finance Business Partner
Newport
Finance Business Partner The Opportunity We are looking for a fully qualified Finance Business Partner to join our finance team. This is a key role supporting operational and strategic decision-making, providing robust financial insight, driving financial performance, and ensuring strong financial governance across a capital-intensive business. You will partner with senior stakeholders to deliver financial excellence while supporting business transformation, project delivery, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Act as a trusted Finance Business Partner to operational and senior leadership teams. Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic and commercial decision-making. Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting. Support the successful delivery of business change initiatives and transformation programmes. Manage and provide financial oversight for projects, ensuring effective governance, budget control and benefits realisation. Oversee financial management within a capital-intensive environment, including asset accounting, capital expenditure (CapEx), investment appraisal and asset lifecycle management. Ensure robust financial controls are maintained and continuously improved. Identify financial risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to improve business performance. Drive continuous improvements in financial processes, systems and reporting. Build strong relationships across the organisation, influencing stakeholders at all levels. About You You will be a commercially minded, fully qualified finance professional with the ability to balance strategic thinking with strong financial control. Essential requirements: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Significant experience in a Finance Business Partner role. Proven ability to successfully deliver organisational change. Experience leading or supporting complex business and finance projects. Strong experience managing financials within a capital-intensive or asset-intensive environment. Sound understanding of capital expenditure (CapEx), fixed assets and investment appraisal. Strong financial control and governance experience. Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders constructively. A proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset. Desirable: Experience using SAP, with the ability to navigate and utilise the system effectively to support financial reporting, planning and analysis. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work on high-profile projects and transformation initiatives. A collaborative and supportive working environment. Professional development and career progression opportunities. The chance to make a tangible impact on business performance and strategic decision-making. If you are a fully qualified Finance Business Partner with experience delivering change, leading projects, managing finances within a capital-intensive environment, and maintaining strong financial controls, we'd love to hear from you. Experience with SAP would be a distinct advantage.
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Accounts Assistant
Cardiff
Accounts Assistant (Practice) - Hybrid Working Salary: Competitive (depending on experience) Location: Hybrid - Work from home up to 4 days per week We're looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our friendly and growing accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practice experience who is looking for genuine flexibility and a supportive working environment. For the right candidate, we offer a highly flexible hybrid working arrangement, with the opportunity to work from home up to four days per week. The Role You'll be responsible for supporting a varied portfolio of clients, with duties including: Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies Bookkeeping and VAT returns Preparing and submitting self-assessment tax returns Assisting with management accounts Liaising with clients and responding to day-to-day queries Supporting senior members of the team with a range of accounting duties About You We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience working within an accountancy practice (essential) AAT qualification or be Qualified by Experience (QBE) Good knowledge of bookkeeping, accounts preparation and VAT Excellent communication and organisational skills The ability to work independently as well as part of a team Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage (desirable) What We Offer Hybrid working with the opportunity to work from home up to 4 days per week for experienced candidates Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Competitive salary based on experience Friendly and supportive team environment Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a flexible role within a modern, supportive practice, we'd love to hear from you.
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Bookkeeper
Porth
ookkeeper Location: Porth, South Wales Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team in Porth, South Wales. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the accounts function. We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and able to work independently while maintaining accurate financial records. Key Responsibilities Managing the day-to-day accounts function. Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers. Processing invoices, payments, and bank reconciliations. Monitoring cash flow and assisting with credit control where required. Preparing and submitting payroll information to external accountants. Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting month-end procedures. Ensuring financial records are kept up to date and compliant. Providing general bookkeeping and finance support as required. Essential Requirements Previous experience in a bookkeeping role. Essential: Experience working with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles and double-entry accounting. Experience managing purchase and sales ledgers. Payroll administration experience, including preparing payroll information for external accountants. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and manage your own workload. Good IT skills, including experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Desirable AAT qualification or equivalent, or qualified by experience. Experience working within the construction industry. Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software. What We Offer Salary of £30,000-£35,000 DOE. Full-time, permanent position. Friendly and supportive working environment. Opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day accounts function. On-site parking. Recruitment Process One-stage interview process. Interviews will take place during the week commencing 3 August. If you're an experienced Bookkeeper with strong CIS knowledge and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief covering letter.
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Finance Manager
Cardiff
Finance Manager Location: Central Cardiff (On-site) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you an experienced Accounting Manager looking for your next challenge? Do you have a proven track record of leading high-performing transactional finance teams while driving process improvements and operational excellence? We're looking for a Finance Manager to lead our day-to-day finance operations from our Central Cardiff office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people, improving processes and ensuring financial controls are delivered to the highest standard. The Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll take ownership of the transactional finance function, leading a team responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management and other core finance operations. You'll ensure the smooth running of the department while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, controls and performance. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach and develop the transactional finance team, creating a high-performance culture. Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, cash management and financial processing activities. Ensure accurate and timely month-end close activities relating to transactional finance. Monitor team performance, workloads and KPIs. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing more efficient finance processes and controls. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business. Support audits and assist with wider finance projects as required. Deputise for senior finance leadership where appropriate. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong people management skills with solid technical finance experience. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as an Accounting Manager, Finance Operations Manager or Transactional Finance Manager. A strong background managing transactional finance teams. Experience overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and other finance operations. Excellent leadership and coaching skills with a passion for developing people. A proactive approach to improving processes and driving efficiencies. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. AAT qualified, part-qualified or fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) would be advantageous but is not essential, depending on experience. Why Join Us? A varied leadership role with genuine autonomy. Opportunity to influence and improve finance operations. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Modern Central Cardiff offices. Competitive salary and benefits package. Excellent opportunities for career development. If you're an experienced Accounting Manager ready to take the next step into a Finance Manager role, we'd love to hear from you.
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Credit Controller (Hybrid)
Newport
Credit Controller - Immediate start available! Location: Newport Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time | Permanent Hybrid - 2 days in office per week. Our client, a well-established and growing business based in Newport, is looking to recruit an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive organisation where you'll play a key role in managing customer accounts and maintaining healthy cash flow. This position would suit a confident and organised Credit Controller who enjoys building strong customer relationships while taking ownership of the collections process. Key Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of customer accounts and ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices. Contacting customers via telephone and email to recover overdue payments. Resolving invoice and payment queries efficiently by liaising with internal departments. Reconciling customer accounts and investigating discrepancies. Negotiating payment arrangements where appropriate. Allocating incoming payments accurately. Monitoring aged debt and producing regular reports. Maintaining accurate customer records and ensuring credit control procedures are followed. Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties when required. The Successful Candidate The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience within a Credit Controller or Accounts Receivable position. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive and professional approach to debt collection. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload. Good attention to detail and accuracy. Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Excel. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team. What's on Offer Salary up to £32,000 depending on experience. Permanent, full-time opportunity. Hybrid working model (2 days in office per week) Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development. Company pension. On-site parking. A varied role within a stable and growing business. If you're an experienced Credit Controller looking for your next opportunity in Newport, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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Legal Cashier
Newport
Finance Administrator / Legal Cashier Newport Are you an experienced Finance Administrator looking to join a professional organisation where accuracy, compliance and attention to detail are at the heart of what you do? We're recruiting for a Finance Administrator to join a well-established organisation in Newport. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working in a highly regulated environment, such as FCA-regulated Financial Services, Legal Services, or Insurance, who is looking to join a supportive team with genuine long-term career prospects. The Role Working as part of a friendly finance team, you'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and in line with regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include: Processing client and office account transactions. Posting receipts and payments. Completing daily bank reconciliations. Processing electronic payments and transfers. Maintaining accurate financial records. Supporting colleagues with finance-related queries. Assisting with month-end finance processes. Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements. About You We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience in a Finance Administrator, Cashier or Finance Assistant role. Experience working within a highly regulated environment such as Legal, FCA-regulated Financial Services or Insurance. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Strong organisational and communication skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Previous knowledge of legal finance or SRA Accounts Rules would be advantageous, but applications are also welcomed from candidates with transferable experience gained in other regulated sectors. What's on Offer? Salary depending on experience. Excellent benefits package. Office closure over the Christmas period. Friendly, collaborative and supportive team environment. Long-term career development opportunities. Hybrid working available following a successful training and onboarding period (minimum three days per week in the office). The opportunity to join a stable organisation where quality, teamwork and employee wellbeing are genuinely valued. If you're looking for your next challenge within a regulated finance environment and want to join an organisation that will support your development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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Accounts Payable Specialist (Hybrid)
Cardiff
Accounts Payable Assistant Cardiff City Centre | Up to £32,000 | Permanent | Full-Time | Hybrid Exclusive Opportunity We're delighted to be exclusively partnering with a globally recognised organisation to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their established finance team in Cardiff city centre. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful international business that offers excellent long-term career prospects, a collaborative working environment and a comprehensive benefits package. The Role As the Accounts Payable Assistant, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the finance function, ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time. Key responsibilities include: Processing high volumes of supplier invoices Matching purchase orders, invoices and receipts Preparing supplier payment runs Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies Managing supplier queries via phone and email Supporting month-end processes Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with internal procedures Providing support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team as required About You We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills The ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively Strong communication and relationship-building skills Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance systems A proactive and positive approach to work Salary & Benefits Salary up to £32,000 Hybrid working Competitive employer pension contribution of up to 10% Private medical insurance Life assurance Personal accident insurance Group income protection Employee Assistance Programme Overseas business travel insurance Interest-free season ticket loan Cycle to Work scheme Mobile phone discount scheme Ongoing learning and development opportunities Opportunity to work for a respected global organisation with excellent career progression Apply As the exclusive recruitment partner for our client, we are managing this appointment on their behalf. If you're looking to join a global organisation where you'll be valued, supported and given the opportunity to develop your career within finance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
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Senior Finance Business Partner
Cardiff
Job Title: Finance Business Partner (Fully Qualified - ACCA/CIMA) Location: Hybrid (2 days in office per week) Type: Permanent We are seeking an influential and commercially astute Finance Business Partner to join a dynamic, fast-paced organisation undergoing exciting change. This is a high-impact role, ideal for someone who thrives in evolving environments and enjoys shaping business performance through insight, challenge, and collaboration. About the Role As Finance Business Partner, you will act as a critical link between finance and a range of operational departments, providing clear financial insight and strategic support to drive performance and decision-making. You will be responsible for: Partnering closely with operational leaders across multiple business areas Providing high-quality financial insight, analysis, and commentary to support commercial decisions Driving budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes with a focus on accuracy and clarity Challenging assumptions constructively and influencing key stakeholders at all levels Identifying opportunities for efficiency, growth, and improved financial performance Supporting and embedding positive change across the organisation Managing and developing a small team of two finance analysts About You We are looking for a confident and credible finance professional who can operate effectively in a fast-moving, changing environment. You will bring: Fully qualified accountant status (ACCA or CIMA essential) Proven experience in a Finance Business Partner or commercially focused finance role Background in a fast-paced, high-change environment Strong influencing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across the business A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong commercial acumen Experience managing or developing junior team members (desirable but not essential) A genuine interest in driving improvement and embracing change What We Offer A highly visible and influential business partnering role Opportunity to shape financial strategy and decision-making Hybrid working model (2 days in the office per week) A collaborative, forward-thinking environment The chance to lead and develop a small but growing finance team This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Finance Business Partner who wants to make a real impact in a business that values insight, agility, and continuous improvement.
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Cost Accountant
Llantrisant
Cost Management Accountant Manufacturing Industry An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cost Management Accountant to join a growing manufacturing business. This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong standard costing expertise who enjoys working closely with operational teams to drive performance, improve profitability, and support strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in maintaining robust cost accounting processes, analysing cost variances, and ensuring accurate product costing across a diverse product portfolio. Working alongside finance, commercial, operations, and production teams, you will help deliver meaningful insights that support business growth and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and enhance standard cost accounting systems and procedures. Establish and maintain standard costs across all products, ensuring regular review and accuracy. Analyse actual costs against standard costs and investigate variances to identify key trends and opportunities. Partner with production and operational teams to ensure standard costing principles are effectively applied. Support the development and implementation of cost accounting policies and procedures across the business. Review stock valuation processes to ensure alignment with standard costing methodologies and accurate financial reporting. Prepare and present cost analysis reports and recommendations to senior management. Identify cost-saving opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities where required. About You To be successful in this role, you will possess a strong background in management accounting within a manufacturing or production environment and demonstrate a proactive approach to improving financial performance. Essential Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or part-qualified with significant relevant experience. Previous experience in a management accounting role, ideally within manufacturing, FMCG, or a similar operational environment. Proven expertise in cost accounting, standard costing, product costing, and variance analysis. Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis. Experience using ERP and accounting systems such as SAP, Sage, Access, or equivalent. Ability to produce and interpret management accounts, KPI reports, and financial analysis. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across finance and non-finance functions. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Skills Experience within manufacturing, supply chain, or production-focused finance environments. Knowledge of sustainability reporting, waste reduction initiatives, or operational efficiency programmes. Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence and reporting tools. Key Competencies Strong commercial awareness and understanding of operational cost drivers. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and deliver practical solutions. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Collaborative approach with the ability to build effective working relationships across departments. Professional integrity and discretion when handling confidential information. Adaptability and resilience within a changing business environment. What's on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic manufacturing business where you can make a tangible impact on financial performance and operational efficiency. You'll work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of the organisation.
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Cost Accountant- Regional
Bristol
Cost Management Accountant Manufacturing Industry An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cost Management Accountant to join a growing manufacturing business. This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong standard costing expertise who enjoys working closely with operational teams to drive performance, improve profitability, and support strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in maintaining robust cost accounting processes, analysing cost variances, and ensuring accurate product costing across a diverse product portfolio. Working alongside finance, commercial, operations, and production teams, you will help deliver meaningful insights that support business growth and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and enhance standard cost accounting systems and procedures. Establish and maintain standard costs across all products, ensuring regular review and accuracy. Analyse actual costs against standard costs and investigate variances to identify key trends and opportunities. Partner with production and operational teams to ensure standard costing principles are effectively applied. Support the development and implementation of cost accounting policies and procedures across the business. Review stock valuation processes to ensure alignment with standard costing methodologies and accurate financial reporting. Prepare and present cost analysis reports and recommendations to senior management. Identify cost-saving opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities where required. About You To be successful in this role, you will possess a strong background in management accounting within a manufacturing or production environment and demonstrate a proactive approach to improving financial performance. Essential Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or part-qualified with significant relevant experience. Previous experience in a management accounting role, ideally within manufacturing, FMCG, or a similar operational environment. Proven expertise in cost accounting, standard costing, product costing, and variance analysis. Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis. Experience using ERP and accounting systems such as SAP, Sage, Access, or equivalent. Ability to produce and interpret management accounts, KPI reports, and financial analysis. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across finance and non-finance functions. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Skills Experience within manufacturing, supply chain, or production-focused finance environments. Knowledge of sustainability reporting, waste reduction initiatives, or operational efficiency programmes. Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence and reporting tools. Key Competencies Strong commercial awareness and understanding of operational cost drivers. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and deliver practical solutions. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Collaborative approach with the ability to build effective working relationships across departments. Professional integrity and discretion when handling confidential information. Adaptability and resilience within a changing business environment. What's on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic manufacturing business where you can make a tangible impact on financial performance and operational efficiency. You'll work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of the organisation.
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Jess has been a massive help to the BBC’s finance function over the past year, supporting various recruitment needs for our large central finance team based in Cardiff. We have had a large number of success stories through Jess, and this can largely be put down to her ability to effectively consult with the management team across the BBC, carefully ensuring the candidates she put forwards match our specific technical needs, as well as s...
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I would like to recommend a wonderful recruiter for the financial services industry - Jessica Harmer of Yolk Recruitment. I have heard disappointing stories from colleagues not getting feedback following interviews or not hearing back from recruiters but Jess is another level and has first class communication and is so determined to support you in your search for employment!
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Sharp, considerate and efficient to boot. They only called with relevant and personable jobs for me, guiding me through each process. I have been on the temporary circuit for a while and I've been blown away by just how fantastic they are, credit where credit's due. I'm now perfectly happy in the position Yolk handpicked for me. Thank you so much, exceeded my expectations by a long shot.
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After struggling to find the right candidate elsewhere, we fell upon the angel that is Yolk Recruitment. They listened to our needs and provided us with some excellent choices, so excellent in fact that we struggled to just choose one candidate! Having small offices, we were delighted when Yolk offered their beautiful space to conduct the interviews. They are a cut above the rest in our opinion.
Key Finance Service Team Contacts
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Alex Connelly
Principal Consultant | Financial Services
Alex recruits across the Accountancy and Finance market in South Wales with a wide range of specialisms.
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Jessica Harmer
Senior Manager | Financial Services
Jess specialises in finance recruitment, with a particular focus on hiring Financial Analysts and Management Accountants, as well as all aspects of financial crime.
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David Jenkins
Sales Director
David identifies opportunities for Yolk to partner with clients who are undergoing growth, discovering how we can take them to the next level.
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