Scottish Woodlands Ltd is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of forest, estate and land-related services underpinned by our in-depth market experience, knowledge base and commitment to quality. The business is largely employee owned, and this encourages a dedication and commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and customer focus. Our aim is to understand each client’s specific objectives and then to provide a service which is both flexible and personal.
What you will be doing...
We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join our Head Office Team in Edinburgh. The purpose of this role is to support the Finance Department in the delivery of key financial responsibilities.
This busy and challenging role will involve processing accounts receivable and account payable transactions and reconciling supplier statements. The successful candidate will also support month end reporting, ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts information, manage client and supplier account applications, deal with third party enquiries and assist the branch offices with accounting queries.
Applicants should have...
The ideal candidate will have excellent numeracy skills with excellent attention to detail, be IT proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook and have excellent communication and organisational skills. Candidates will be able to prioritise and manage a heavy administrative workload and be capable of working independently and work as part of a team. Experience in a similar role is preferred, but not essential. Training will be provided to the successful candidate.
Benefits Package
In return, Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes a generous pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private healthcare and the opportunity for share equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants also have excellent personal and career development opportunities open to them and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
Queries about the application process or the role?
If you have any questions relating to the role, please email: hr@scottishwoodlands.co.uk
As part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV and cover letter, as well as any relevant qualification certificates.
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