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Finance Manager Opportunity - Batley Your new company Hays Senior Finance is supporting a long‑standing SME in the appointment of a Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function. Based within easy reach of Wakefield, Batley, Dewsbury, Mirfield and surrounding areas, this is a great opportunity for a qualified finance professional who enjoys both hands‑on delivery and strategic influence. Finance Manager Permanent £50,000 -55,000 Batley - Onsite Your new role You’ll lead the month end process, strengthen financial reporting, and act as a trusted partner to operational teams. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast‑paced SME environment and wants to play a key part in shaping future performance. • Take responsibility for preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow, • Provide clear, concise analysis to support operational and commercial decision making, • Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, • Work closely with operational teams to help them understand performance and cost drivers, • Assist with pricing reviews, margin analysis and cost monitoring, • Promote strong financial discipline across the business, • Maintain and improve day to day finance processes and internal controls, • Contribute to developing dashboards, KPIs and reporting improvements, • Support ongoing enhancements to finance systems and reporting tools, • Help manage cash flow and working capital, • Oversee payroll, supplier payments and credit control, • Ensure compliance with statutory and HMRC requirements, • Support year end processes and liaise with external accountantsWhat you'll need to succeed, • Qualified finance professional with strong post qualification experience - CIMA, ACCA, • Proven month‑end ownership and business partnering capability, • Background in SMEs within manufacturing, engineering, distribution, logistics or similar would be a huge benefit in this role., • Confident communicator able to simplify financial information for the wider teams., • Commercially minded, proactive and hands‑on., • Must have full UK working rights (no sponsorship)What you'll get in return, • Full‑time position, • Supportive leadership team and established finance function, • Free parking, • Real influence over financial strategy and operational performance

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a leading supplier of various racking and storage solutions looking to recruit a new Trade Sales Manager to develop their racking distribution relationships. With a competitive package and scope for growth this is a great opportunity for an experi

A leading manufacturing firm based in Wakefield seeks an experienced Purchasing Manager to enhance supplier performance and efficiency.

Proven experience as a Buyer/Purchasing Manager in the window manufacturing or similar industry. Ensure compliance with purchasing procedures, order accuracy, and supplier delivery schedules. Negotiate and support Senior Managers in securing the best prices for orders.

We're looking for a Commercial Brand Manager to join a growing ecommerce business in the health and beauty sector. You'll be key in managing supplier relationships, overseeing brand performance, and supporting purchasing, forecasting, and promotional activity. Build and manage relationships with key

A manufacturing firm based in Wakefield seeks a Purchasing Manager to develop supplier performance and ensure a well-stocked operation. The successful candidate will manage purchasing procedures and supplier relationships while negotiating prices to achieve cost efficiencies.

Your new company Hays Senior Finance is supporting a long-standing SME in the appointment of a Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function. Based within easy reach of Wakefield, Batley, Dewsbury, Mirfield and surrounding areas, this is a great opportunity for a qualified finance professional who enjoys both hands-on delivery and strategic influence. Finance Manager Permanent £50,000 -55,000 Batley - Onsite Your new role You'll lead the month end process, strengthen financial reporting, and act as a trusted partner to operational teams. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced SME environment and wants to play a key part in shaping future performance. Take responsibility for preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Provide clear, concise analysis to support operational and commercial decision making Support budgeting and forecasting cycles Work closely with operational teams to help them understand performance and cost drivers Assist with pricing reviews, margin analysis and cost monitoring Promote strong financial discipline across the business Maintain and improve day to day finance processes and internal controls Contribute to developing dashboards, KPIs and reporting improvements Support ongoing enhancements to finance systems and reporting tools Help manage cash flow and working capital Oversee payroll, supplier payments and credit control Ensure compliance with statutory and HMRC requirements Support year end processes and liaise with external accountants What you'll need to succeed Qualified finance professional with strong post qualification experience - CIMA, ACCA Proven month-end ownership and business partnering capability Background in SMEs within manufacturing, engineering, distribution, logistics or similar would be a huge benefit in this role. Confident communicator able to simplify financial information for the wider teams. Commercially minded, proactive and hands-on. Must have full UK working rights (no sponsorship) What you'll get in return Full-time position Supportive leadership team and established finance function Free parking Real influence over financial strategy and operational performance Opportunities for progression as the business grows What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ

Lead Quality Engineer Business: UK Defence Reports to: Product Quality Manager Location: West Yorkshire, UK Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Travel: UK & International – less than 10% Role Purpose The Lead Quality Engineer provides quality leadership, governance, and assurance across assigned value streams and Integrated Project Teams (IPTs). The role ensures that products, processes, and systems comply with ISO 9001:2015, customer, contractual, legislative, and defence requirements, while driving Right First Time (RFT) delivery and continuous improvement. The role includes direct line management of a team of Quality professionals and acts as the primary quality interface with customers, suppliers, and third-party accreditation bodies. Key Responsibilities Quality Management & Governance • Maintain and continuously improve the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ensuring ongoing compliance and effectiveness. • Monitor implementation of quality policies, procedures, and practices across assigned value streams. • Provide quality input to order enquiries, contracts, and project reviews. • Ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and customer requirements (ISO, AQAP, DEFSTAN, BSI, EN, DIN, Lloyd's Rules). Audit & Compliance • Lead, host, and conduct internal, supplier, customer, and third-party audits using risk-based thinking. • Act as the primary point of contact for external accreditation bodies and customer quality audits. • Verify and approve internal, supplier, and third-party documentation including FAIRs, inspection records, material certification, NDE records, and certificates of conformity. Project & Stakeholder Support • Operate as the Quality representative within multi-functional IPTs, supporting proactive and collaborative project delivery. • Provide regular quality updates to internal teams, customers, and suppliers. • Support internal, supplier, and customer meetings with clear quality governance and reporting. Non-Conformance & Problem Solving • Lead investigations into non-conformances, defects, near misses, and customer complaints. • Apply structured problem-solving tools (8D, A3, DMAIC, 5 Why, Ishikawa). • Define, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). • Manage NCRs through to closure in a timely manner. Documentation & Reporting • Create, review, and maintain quality documentation including Quality Plans, ITPs, SOPs, inspection sheets, and controlled records. • Prepare customer documentation packs and contractual deliverables. • Develop and report KPIs, Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), audit outcomes, and management review inputs using industry-standard quality tools. Continuous Improvement • Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across current and future contracts. • Collaborate cross-functionally to implement sustainable solutions to quality and process issues. • Promote a strong quality culture focused on prevention and continuous improvement. Leadership & People Management • Provide day-to-day leadership of Quality activities within the assigned value stream. • Line manage and develop a team of Quality Engineers and related professionals (typically 3–5). • Plan and allocate resources, manage workload priorities, and resolve conflicts. • Coach, mentor, and develop team capability and performance. • Promote high standards, accountability, and behaviours aligned with organisational values. • Report quality performance, risks, and issues to the Quality Manager and senior leadership. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Essential • Experience working within an ISO 9001:2015 (or equivalent) Quality Management System. • HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience). • Experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Quality Engineering roles. • Lead Auditor qualification to ISO 9001:2015 (or equivalent). • Strong root cause analysis and CAPA experience. • Ability to interpret complex mechanical drawings and GD&T. • Experience with precision, high-tolerance components (metric and imperial). • Strong communication skills when working with customers and suppliers. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality reporting tools. Desirable • Experience within defence, marine, or other highly regulated engineering environments. • Knowledge of AQAP, DEFSTAN, Lloyd's Rules, and other defence standards. • Familiarity with gearbox systems, machined components, castings, fabrications, and assemblies. • Understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, heat treatment, welding, NDE, metallurgy, and testing. • Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, and FMEA methodologies. Behavioural & Interpersonal Competencies • Strong leadership and influencing capability. • Collaborative and customer-focused approach. • Logical, data-driven decision-making style. • Resilient, self-motivated, and adaptable to change. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment. • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Additional Information • Budget Responsibility: None • Security Clearance: Security clearance and export control restrictions apply • Eligibility: Must meet Right to Work in the UK requirements TPBN1_UKTJ