Plants Galore have a number of busy retail centres along with a large horticultural nursery in the South West of England. We are actively seeking a strong individual to join our experienced and talented Head Office team. We have an extremely versatile head office team who are cross trained in multiple departments, due to this we are flexible on our vacancies. We have a need to support one of our office managers in the Finance, HR and health and safety departments. The area of interest can be in any sector but we are keen to cross train the successful candidate in multiple business aspects to allow holiday cover and personal development.
The role can include the following duties:
Health and Safety department administration;
- Reviewing risk assessments
- Reviewing site signage
- Updating employee training sign offs and allocations
- DVLA driver checks
- Compliance checks and organisation
Accounts department administration;
- Printing and distributing invoices for approvals
- Assisting with the processing of takings from stores
- Filing
- Bank reconciliation
- Data entry to Sage 50 Accounts
HR department administration;
- Recruitment administration including the organisation of interviews
- Document processing of new starters
- Uniform distribution
- Scanning and Filing
- Training reviews and organisation
Potential in all departments to take on more responsibility depending on ability. Company health and safety management overseeing the annual requirements, site reviews, creating new risk assessments and safe systems of work, reviewing and updating of policies, etc. The Accounts department control all supplier payments, management accounts, VAT returns, Year End accounts, etc. The HR department also deal with contracts, notice periods, training courses, disciplinaries, terminations etc.
There is more specialised work available for the right candidates with experience or ability to learn.
This is a varied role that will allow you to gain experience in many departments and would suit an individual who is keen to progress in an administration role. Experience isn’t required but strong computer skills are essential for this role. Applicants also need attention to detail and excellent time management skills to ensure that all deadlines are met and that their days are organised. This role is designed to support the business and office managers while providing sickness and holiday cover where appropriate. With the company planning to continue expansion further, this role has plenty of opportunity for growth.
