Accounts Assistant

**About Us**

Scotia Financial Solutions is a leading financial services firm based in Banff. We pride ourselves on professionalism, supportiveness, and a vibrant work culture.

We're here to make your business life easier. Whether it's accounting services, financial management or business advisory services, we've got you covered.

We’re committed to staff development and growth opportunities within our modern office setting.

**Job Title**: Accounts Assistant

**Company**: Scotia Financial Solutions

**Location**: Banff, AB45 1JJ

**Responsibilities**:

- **Recording Transactions**:Enter financial data like sales, purchases, receipts, and payments into the accounting system.
- **Reconciling Accounts**: Make sure all financial records are accurate by checking bank statements, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
- **Processing Invoices and Payments**: Handle paying vendors and suppliers by checking invoices, getting approvals, and processing payments.
- **Assisting with Payroll**:Help with paying employees by preparing timesheets, calculating wages, and ensuring taxes are correct.
- **Preparing Financial Reports**: Assist in making reports and budgets for management to make decisions.
- **Maintaining Financial Records**:Keep financial records organized and easy to find.
- **Communicating with Stakeholders**: Talk to different departments, vendors, and clients to solve problems and process transactions quickly.
- **Adhering to Regulations**: Follow accounting rules, laws, and company policies to keep financial data correct and safe.
- **Assisting with Special Projects**: Work with the finance team on special tasks to improve how finances are handled.
- **Continuous Learning**:Stay updated on changes in accounting rules, laws, and industry trends to improve skills and knowledge.

**Additional Responsibilities**:

- Coordinating purchase and use of office supplies and equipment.

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience as an Accounts Assistant or similar role.
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.

**Company Benefits**:

- Competitive salary
- Retirement savings plan
- Professional development opportunities

**How to Apply**:
Scotia Financial Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Accounts Assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Accounts Assistant