Finance Analyst (Procurement)

Finance Analyst

Humdinger, Sherburn-in-Elmet, LS25 

Are you an analytical finance professional who enjoys turning complex data into meaningful business insights?

We're looking for a Finance Analyst (Procurement) to join our Supply Chain Finance team. In this role, you'll partner with Procurement, Commercial, Operations and Supply Chain teams to provide financial analysis, reporting and forecasting that supports business performance and cost optimisation.

Position type: Permanent, Full-Time 

Hours: 37.5 

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30 (start & finish times may be negotiable)

Salary: up to £40,000 - £45,000

Closing date: 18/09/2026

• Produce purchase price variance reporting and analysis.
• Track, analyse and report supplier rebates.
• Manage buying and accounts payable variances.
• Support overhead cost management and budget reviews.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and period-end close activities.
• Contribute to forecasting, budgeting and reforecast processes.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and audit requirements.
• Partner with operational stakeholders to improve financial understanding and decision making.

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office capability.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Experience producing financial analysis, reporting and forecasts.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment ideally food.
• ACCA/CIMA Qualifications desirable. 

• 25 days + bank holidays annual leave
• 4% employer and 5 % employee pension plan
• Life assurance plan x4 basic salary
• Various salary sacrifice schemes including pension payments, cycle to work and electric car (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
• Healthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year

Humdinger’s Sherburn-in-Elmet site is a fast-growing confectionery facility producing over 5,000 tonnes of chocolate and snacking products annually. With advanced technologies including belt coating, button manufacture, drop rolling, and hard panning, the site supports a diverse customer base across retail, third-party, and B2B channels. The site offers a dynamic environment where technical leadership plays a pivotal role in driving quality, compliance, and innovation.

Please apply online via our careers portal by creating an account, uploading your CV, and completing all requested application questions.

Following application review, shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team and invited to take part in a two-stage interview process. The first stage will be held online via Microsoft Teams, with successful candidates progressing to a onsite second-stage interview.

Zertus UK & Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or special arrangements during the recruitment process, please let us know at the application stage by speaking with our Talent Acquisition team.