Accounts Assistant

About the Company:

Duncan & Todd Group is one of the leading optical and hearing care providers based in Scotland. In operation for over 50 years, our brands include: Duncan and Todd, 2020, Douglas Dickie, JM Macdonald, James Hughes, Browns, IC Andrew, and Smart Employee Eyecare.

About the Role:

Duncan and Todd Group are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join the team

The successful candidate will be responsible for completing and assisting in a variety of accounting responsibilities to maintain the seamless operation of the day to day and month end finance matters. This role offers a diverse range of tasks to enhance and expand on any financial experience.

Core Responsibilities

Finance and Accounts

• Purchase Ledger tasks –invoice processing, statement reconciliations & Payment run preparation
• Prepare and post journals
• Posting & Reconciliation of daily Cash sheets
• Assist with bank postings and reconciliations
• Support the team and management with adhoc tasks
• Other
• Act as an ambassador for the Company at all times, leading by example to promote exceptional customer service, to both internal and external customers, at all times.
• Maintain good working relationships with all other staff, both within the finance team and in the wider organisation.
• On the job training will be provided

Beneficial experience

• Beneficial to have previous experience in a similar role
• Beneficial to be competent in excel and capable of manipulating data in excel
• SAP experience is desirable but not necessary as training with be provided
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Good communication skill- both verbal and written

As a company, the D&T Group offer:

• Competitive salary
• 29 days annual leave (full time equivalent) inclusive of public holidays
• Staff Discount including; 2 x 100% off discount vouchers for spectacles, sunglasses or annual supply of contact lenses per calendar year + generous discount for family and friends
• High Street Vouchers: Discounts for high street shops, supermarkets, restaurants and cinemas through our partner discount platform.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Comprehensive support for all employees from our partners, Care First
• The opportunity to work for a company that cares.
• Career progression opportunities and further training.