Our Team
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Leigh Scott B. Bus (Acct) CPA CIMA Managing Director
Leigh is the owner of the business and initially trained as an Accountant in Australia completing his Bachelor of Accounting from Central Queensland University in 2001. Having been an accountant ever since he has over 20 years experience in accounting related roles. He has recently gained a diploma in financial planning and is well placed to assist in not only accounting and tax queries but investment, pension and insurance related matters. Having worked in Australia, New Zealand, Spain and Mauritania the draw of family support for his young daughter saw them relocate to Elgin and start the practice in 2021.
Gemma Seacombe Management Accountant
Gemma has recently joined the Northgate Team as a Management Accountant after relocating from London to Elgin in 2023. Gemma has over 15 years in various senior accounting roles, with extensive knowledge in Management Accounts. Gemma has worked for SME’s, Not for Profit’s and, more recently, a Public Body, so is well versed with a depth of knowledge in assisting you with your company’s profitability. Gemma is a keen hiker and outdoors enthusiast, so is now living the dream exploring all that Scotland has to offer with her husband to be and their dog.
Jax Pollock Senior Accountant
Jax was the founder of JPS Bookkeeping & Accountancy Services which was in existence for 20yrs before merging with Northgate in 2023. Jax brings over 20yrs experience with her in her capacity as senior accountant offering invaluable insight into client history and needs. In her spare time Jax enjoys playing badminton and city breaks with her family.
Rebecca McFadden Accountant
Becky has a BA Honours in Accounting & Finance and has been working in the accounting industry for over 15 years. She has worked in a wide range of accounting practices, picking up a wealth of knowledge and experience. She specialises in annual accounts and tax, and is part qualified with the Association of Taxation Techniques. Outside of work, Becky enjoys quality family time with her 2 sons or exercising.
Sean Walker Bookkeeper
Sean is a bookkeeper in our Elgin Office. He grew up in front of a screen, enthralled by a litany of grand strategy titles. To him, spreadsheets aren’t just his job, they’re one of his hobbies. His mind is tuned to identify irregularities and seek solutions where he understands that true perfection is unattainable, though it must always be strived towards. Something can always be made better. Sean first started off with Northgate in 2021 before taking time off to connect with his family in the Philippines. Then, in March 2023, he became a permanent member of the team.
Joan Nelson Accounts Assistant
Joan is an Accounts Assistant based in our Paisley Office. She has had a career in Finance for over 30 years and loves working with the Northgate team! In her spare time she loves Northern Soul dancing listening to music and loves reading!
Hayley Lincoln Accounts Assistant
Hayley is an accounts assistant in our Paisley office who sort of fell into the accountancy through her husband opening his own business. She now loves the world of numbers and accept every challenge the world of accountancy throws at her. The world is right when something reconciles and proving balances is what makes her happy! Hayley started with the business from JPS Bookkeeping in 2022 and retained her contract with Northgate Accounting in the merge. She is a real asset in the team. She will always go above and beyond to help - no issue is too big/small for her. Hayley spends all her free time either with her daughter taking her horse-riding or in the gym.
Chloe McGill Accounts Assistant
Chloe is an accounts assistant in our Paisley office. She has a First Class Honours degree in accounting, and is currently studying towards ACCA which will make her a Chartered Accountant in the very near future. Chloe has years of experience in the world of accounting, and is excited about what the future holds for her professionally. In her spare time, Chloe enjoys going to the gym, reading and walking.
Kayleigh Hassan Bookkeeper
'Saved the best for last' as she would say. Kayleigh is a hairdresser to trade and went self employed to learn how to do her own accounts. She fell in love with bookkeeping and accounting and decided to change careers. She has studied and acquired a PDA in bookkeeping with the prospect to go on and get her accounting degree climbing the ladder and still ongoing. In her spare time she spends her time with her two beautiful kids.