Daniella Lindsay
Glasgow,Glasgow City
Summary
I am a people-focused professional with over 10 years’ experience in accountancy, now looking to build a career that reflects who I am and what I genuinely care about. I am drawn to community work, outreach, advocacy and public engagement because I want to be involved with people, understand their experiences and contribute to positive change. Alongside my professional experience, I actively engage in community and activism work, speaking openly about social issues, challenging misinformation, raising awareness and creating spaces for people to share different perspectives and experiences.
I have a particular interest in social justice, inequality, women’s rights, cultural identity and the experiences of marginalised communities. My involvement with asylum seekers and refugees, independent research into Scottish Traveller communities and wider community discussions have strengthened my ability to listen, communicate with people from different backgrounds and approach complex issues with curiosity and empathy. I am looking for an opportunity where I can bring my professional skills, lived understanding, energy and determination into meaningful work, while continuing to learn, grow and make a genuine contribution to the people and communities around me.
Overview
2
2
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Care assistant
Cera Care
Glasgow, Glasgow City
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Provided intimate personal care, washing, dressing, and continence support with dignity.
- Administered and prompted medication per care plans, recording doses accurately each visit.
- Facilitated daily routines in clients’ homes, ensuring privacy and individual preferences were upheld.
- Monitored wellbeing during visits, spotting changes and reporting concerns promptly.
- Established trust with clients through active listening and supportive communication. using patience, empathy, and clear reassurance.
- Delivered companionship and social interaction, enhancing quality of life for clients experiencing loneliness.
- Prepared meals and supported eating and hydration, completing everyday household tasks.
- Assisted mobility exercises, improving physical strength among service users.
- Documented visit notes and care records accurately, adhering to safeguarding procedures to ensure client safety.
- Worked independently across community locations, managing scheduled visits and travel.
Bookkeeper
Luss Estates
Luss, Argyll and Bute
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Supported accounts payable functions by processing invoices, responding to queries, and maintaining organised financial documentation
- Processed supplier invoices by inputting into accounting software, allocating costs accurately, and preparing timely payments to maintain supplier relationships
- Managed monthly payroll processes, maintaining employee records and ensuring staff were paid correctly and on schedule
- Executed daily banking tasks, handling cash and card receipts, preparing deposits, and accurately recording transactions to support financial integrity
- Reconciled daily sales, comparing cash and card income against reports to identify and resolve discrepancies
Bookeeper
Spruce Carpets
Glasgow, Glasgow City
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring invoices were processed accurately and payments made on time.
- Managed preparation and submission of VAT returns to HMRC, ensuring compliance with deadlines.
- Prepared monthly reports and VAT returns, supporting year-end accounts process.
- Completed bank reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and organised supplier payment runs, creating BACS files for approval and submission.
- Recorded daily financial transactions using Sage 50, including sales, purchase invoices, and payroll entries.
- Responded to emails from suppliers and customers, resolving invoice queries and keeping records up to date.
Accounts Administrator
Flexim Group
Dublin, Dublin
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Liaised with suppliers to efficiently resolve invoice discrepancies and maintain supplier relationships.
- Distributed purchase order numbers to enhance accuracy in invoice matching.
- Collaborated with client to deliver detailed reports on spending patterns.
- Preparing and maintaining monthly budget statements to provide an insight on the significant areas
- Supporting the finance team in forecasting activities
Accounts Receivable Clerk
ACCA
Glasgow, Glasgow
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Debt collecting and reporting; producing weekly and monthly aged debt across and ensuring that accounts are reconciled and up to date.
- Allocated all income efficiently to maintain accurate financial records. in an efficient and punctual manner.
- Assisted key finance teams to improve workflow efficiency.
- Assisted with month-end reports to ensure accurate financial closure. reporting and closing.
- Process refunds to customers in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Resolved student and member queries, escalating issues to the AR manager or internal departments.
- Processed invoices into Oracle to maintain up-to-date financial records. into Oracle and managing the relevant accounts.
- Managed the Accounts Receivable mailbox to ensure timely responses. mailbox and meeting relevant KPIs.
Accounts Payable Clerk
ACCA
Glasgow, Glasgow City
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Processing supplier invoices, checking information is accurate prior to matching to PO.
- Process student refunds creating payment journal
- Preparing and checking BACS payment journal twice weekly
- Reconciling monthly supplier statements
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders where necessary to resolve any issues.
- Resolving supplier queries and where necessary escalate to AP Manager
Accounts Assistant
525 Accountancy
Glasgow, Glasgow
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Managing and maintaining client's records, updating financial spreadsheets, and organising the client’s paperwork.
- Various bookkeeping tasks including updating client's sales and expenses from bank statements,allocating to the correct nominal codes, and entering onto excel for the preparation of the final accounts.
- Processed client's bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Assisting with preparation of financial statements, tax returns and submissions.
Accounts Assistant & Data Entry Assistant
Eurasia Crafts Limited
Glasgow, Glasgow
08.2017 - 12.2022
- Reconciliation of bank and credit card statements.
- Processing quarterly VAT returns and end of month reporting.
- Supplier statement reconciliations and preparing weekly BACS payments.
- Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers, making sure they were accurate and up to date.
- Identifying and resolving supplier discrepancies
- Preparing financial reports and providing the directors with an insight of how well the company isprogressing.
Accounts Assistant
Macfarlane and Muir
Lanark, South Lanarkshire
06.2015 - 02.2017
- Processing purchase/sales invoices into Sage Line 50 and managing the relevant ledgers.
- Assisting in the preparation of quarterly VAT returns and annual accounts to a trial balance stage.
- Producing accurate bank reconciliations, supplier statements and resolving any issues
- Liaising with clients and dealing with queries when they arise.
- Deducting CIS contributions from sub-contractor's invoices
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accountancy
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow 09.2024 - 04.2025
Higher National Diploma - Accountancy
New College Lanarkshire
Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire 01.2013 - 12.2016
Skills
Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds Experienced in handling sensitive conversations, explaining complex information in a simple way, and engaging in open discussions around topics such as migrant rights and social issues
Relationship Building & Trust Development:
Skilled in building meaningful connections with individuals and groups, particularly in diverse community settings Able to establish trust through consistency, respect, and active listening
Problem-Solving & Conflict Awareness:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills developed through accountancy, combined with the ability to manage interpersonal challenges calmly and fairly Able to navigate sensitive situations and respond thoughtfully
Adaptability & Willingness to Learn:
Open-minded and adaptable, with a strong desire to learn and grow in new environments Successfully transitioned across roles and taken initiative to engage in community work outside of professional responsibilities Comfortable stepping into unfamiliar situations and building confidence through experience
Attention to Detail & Data Accuracy:
Highly detail-oriented with a strong track record of maintaining accuracy across high-volume financial data, including invoicing, reconciliations, and reporting Able to spot discrepancies quickly and ensure records are correct and up to date This attention to detail supports safe, accurate handling of information, which is essential when working with sensitive personal or organisational data
Working Under Pressure & Meeting Deadlines:
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines in fast-paced environments Experienced in handling time-sensitive tasks such as payment runs, reporting cycles, and month-end processes Able to remain calm, organised, and focused under pressure, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard
Professional Communication & Stakeholder Coordination:
Experienced in communicating professionally with a range of stakeholders including clients, suppliers, and internal teams Skilled in resolving queries, explaining processes clearly, and maintaining positive working relationships Able to coordinate effectively with others to ensure smooth operations, which is essential in team-based environments
Name & contact
Daniella Lindsay,
07892855016,
duthchas4@gmail.com,
Scottish,
Personal Information
Languages
Scots
Native
Scottish Gaelic
Elementary (A2)
Affiliations
- Culture and Heritage
- Travelling
- Research
- Activism
- Arts and Crafts
- Journalling
- Storytelling
- Archivist
- Archaeological Studies
Timeline
Care assistant
Cera Care
05.2026 - 07.2026
Bookkeeper
Luss Estates
08.2025 - 11.2025
Bookeeper
Spruce Carpets
11.2024 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Accountancy
Glasgow Caledonian University
09.2024 - 04.2025
Accounts Administrator
Flexim Group
08.2024 - 11.2024
Accounts Receivable Clerk
ACCA
08.2023 - 08.2024
Accounts Payable Clerk
ACCA
03.2023 - 08.2023
Accounts Assistant
525 Accountancy
12.2022 - 01.2023
Accounts Assistant & Data Entry Assistant
Eurasia Crafts Limited
08.2017 - 12.2022
Accounts Assistant
Macfarlane and Muir
06.2015 - 02.2017
Higher National Diploma - Accountancy
New College Lanarkshire
01.2013 - 12.2016