Astute Recruitment

Job Summary: An excellent opportunity has arisen within this well established and growing business based in Pinxton for a junior administration person to join this small team on a temporary to permanent basis. In this role, you will support daily office operations by handling clerical tasks, managing data entry, maintaining organised records coupled with dealing with customer on the phone. They are looking for someone with a willingness to learn, enthusiasm some basic administration experience within an office that they can develop train and progress Responsibilities: Overseeing haulier collections and deliveries Allocating loads to hauliers Booking loads with customers Completing and maintaining various spreadsheets Sending and responding to emails Processing invoicing Liaising with shunter drivers, customers, and internal departments Archiving and filing documentation Providing general administrative support to the transport team Skills and Experience Required: Willingness to learn and develop new skills Strong problem-solving abilities Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Confident and professional telephone manner Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Ability to work accurately and manage multiple tasks Strong organisational skills and attention to detail If you are proactive, organised, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply today. The role is fully office based - hours while training will be 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday with 30 minutes for lunch, once trained 9:30am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday with 30 minutes for lunch. They offer 23 days holiday, free parking, friendly and supportive team, training and progression. Hourly rate 12.71 - 13.00 per hour

Astute Recruitment are working with an established manufacturing business based in Derby to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation supporting the finance function across two subsidiary companies. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will be involved in both management accounting and transactional finance, playing a key role in the day-to-day running of the department. The successful candidate will split their time between the company's Derby head office (four days per week) and their Somercotes site (one day per week). The Role Will Involve: Assisting with month-end processes Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Assisting with the preparation and processing of accruals, prepayments and journals Raising and inputting sales invoices from quotations produced by the sales team Dealing with customer pricing queries and liaising on delivery dates and times Requesting payments from non-account customers Credit checking new account customers Monitoring overdue invoices and chasing outstanding payments Checking purchase invoices against purchase orders Completing month-end supplier statement reconciliations Processing purchase invoices Allocating daily bank receipts and payments Completing weekly bank reconciliations Answering telephone calls into the accounts department Monitoring and managing the accounts email inbox The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in an Assistant Management Accountant or similar finance role Experience supporting month-end and management accounts Good understanding of accruals, prepayments and journals Strong Excel skills Confident working across both transactional and management accounts Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and a proactive approach A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment Benefits & Hours : Full-time position - 37.5 hours per week Flexible start and finish times Fully office-based role Four days per week based in Derby and one day per week in Somercotes Salary: 35,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Stable and supportive working environment

Financial Accountant Location: Burton on Trent Salary: 48,000 If you are a qualified Financial Accountant who wants to join a progressive group company, we would like to hear from you. You will be working as part of a busy team, providing accurate and timely financial accounts and other ad-hoc reports, while assisting with and driving process improvements. Responsibilities: Financial Accounting and control for fixed/variable cost centre reporting as well as managing underlying transactional processes where relevant Support with preparation of annual management plan and forecasts Financial accounting, month end closures, and control of central HQ cost recharges Provide support to monthly group reporting and preparation of annual statutory accounts Preparation of information for tax purposes where relevant Drive internal controls and process improvements Ad-hoc work when required Your background: Experience is key - previous financial accounting experience is essential, covering financial accounting, VAT, and tax within a UK organisation Qualified ACCA, ACA, or CIMA Possess good analytical skills, able to interpret data and then communicate findings accordingly Good communication skills, able to establish and develop relationships at all levels within the organisation Possess a high level of attention to detail with excellent IT skills including SAP (desirable) and MS Office Benefits: 25 days holiday per year Pension scheme with life insurance Employee discount scheme and assistance programme Bike to work and car purchase scheme (salary sacrifice) Hybrid working Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Please apply with your CV.

Job title: Finance Director Location: Banbury Salary range: 100,000 - 120,000 As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will be tasked with leading the Business Financial Controlling and Management Reporting activities. Delivering accurate and timely financial information and establishing and maintaining a robust control environment and a culture of continuous improvement. Your role: Oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and other financial performance indicators Assist in the development and timely delivery of monthly financial board reports Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, through reporting and systems Ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported Ownership of accounting policies, ensuring all financial reporting is in line with current accounting standards Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborating with department heads to develop realistic and achievable financial plans Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations for corrective actions Cash Flow Management - optimizing working capital and liquidity to support operations and growth initiatives Create monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts Ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations and reporting requirements Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors for periodic audits and reviews Responsibility for all areas of tax compliance including development of and adherence to robust processes and controls regarding corporation tax, PAYE/NIC and VAT Provide strategic financial guidance and support to the executive team, helping to drive informed decision-making and overall business growth Provide financial expertise during mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships, conducting due diligence and integrating financial systems and processes Communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to various stakeholders, including board members, investors, and senior management Your background: Essential - previous experience in a similar leadership role within finance, with prior experience, or relatable experience, as a Finance Director Desirable - Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA) but experience is key Excellent Microsoft Excel knowledge Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and reporting standards Strong communicator and able to develop relationships with key external stakeholders Able to mentor & develop a team Possess a high attention to detail with 'big picture' awareness

Job title: Finance Manager Location: Derby As Finance Manager you will oversee the daily running of the Finance office, maintain the income schedule, cashflow management, VAT return, oversee payroll and pensions, prepare the monthly and quarterly Management Accounts, and assist the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) with bids and financial analysis. Duties will include: Production of management accounts Line Management of Finance Assistants Maintaining the Income schedule and raising of Income invoices Preparation and reconciliation of journals Reconciliation of bank, balance sheet, and partnership accounts Prepare and submit quarterly VAT return Support with Budget and Forecasts Cashflow analysis and investment of excess funds Oversee monthly payroll Oversee the annual audit process Deal with HMRC, Charities Commission and Companies house Support SLT with financial analysis, strategy advice, and bids Skills and experience: Previous experience in a similar position is essential (5+ years) Experience is key, but qualifications desirable Strong IT skills, including MS office products, and particularly Excel Good experience of payroll, salary sacrifice, and pensions Experience of financial and management reporting and budgeting Experience of managing a team Excellent communication skills Your rewards: Salary 45,000 Flexible hybrid working

Astute Recruitment are currently working with a successful business in South Derbyshire who are looking to appoint a Credit Controller to take full ownership of their credit function. This is a standalone position, managing a multi-million-pound debtor book, and would suit someone confident working independently and building strong relationships with both customers and internal teams. The Role Will Involve: Managing the debtor book with proactive and reactive debt chasing Cash allocation and reconciliations Handling invoice and PO queries Weekly and monthly debtor and credit reporting Issuing invoices, credits, statements, and chasing overdue accounts Reviewing credit limits and putting accounts on stop where required The Ideal Candidate: Experienced in end-to-end credit control Comfortable managing a large debtor book independently Strong communicator with excellent attention to detail Confident with reporting and finance systems Benefits & Hours: Office-based (South Derbyshire) Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm (with flexibility) Salary: up to 35,000 depending on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Discretionary bonus and career progression opportunities