Accounts and Buying Assistant

5 months ago


Newton Abbot, United Kingdom Joyners Plants Ltd Full time

Plants Galore continues to expand and increase it’s turnover, as a result we are recruiting an organised assistant to work alongside our buying and accounts department. This is a key versatile role within a very talented office team who are running the most successful retail garden centre business in the southwest. Full on site training will be provided by our experienced managers offering strong personal development.

**The role includes the following duties**:

- Processing and checking delivery notes / invoices/ etc in preparation of payments
- Sourcing and purchasing various sundries
- Organising and chasing deliveries
- Collecting data and distributing reports
- Processing of supplier invoices for approval and payment
- Reconciling the bank account
- Carrying out day to day tasks within the buying team
- Processing petty cash receipts
- Allocating uniforms
- Organise and manage the disposal or assets
- Assisting on a range of issues and supporting all departments within our head office as the lead of the administration team.

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 strong 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 the directors while providing sickness and holiday cover where appropriate. With the company planning to continue expansion further, this role has plenty of opportunity for growth.

**Skills and experience required for this role are**:

- Highly organised
- Very Good I.T. skills / computer experience with good knowledge of excel spread sheets and word documents
- Good levels of English - both spoken and written
- Ability to work within a team
- Ability to time manage and prioritise
- Previous accounting or EPOS experience is an advantage

**Details of this role**:

- The role would require applicants to work Monday to Friday with occasional shop floor support needed on key trading weekends throughout the year - flexibility to help is an advantage
- The position is located at our Head office in Newton Abbot (working from home is not suitable for this role)
- We can offer £12 to £15 per hour with flexibility to work 35 hours to 40 hours per week - exact working hours to be agreed. This equates to £25,000 to £31,000 per year.
- Holiday is pro rata based on hours worked - approx. 28 days
- The role will be supported by full on-site training by our experienced head office team
- We can offer excellent career opportunities for applicants looking for a long term career path with secure permanent employment.

This is an immediate start position that would suit someone who can join our successful team within a short period and take advantage of full training in all aspects of the role.

We carry out regular performance reviews and can offer very competitive pay rates in line with your progression.

Please note: Previous employers will be contacted for references and feedback.
- Please send your CV (and a covering letter if available) as soon as possible. We will only respond to applicants who we wish to interview.
- Interviews will be held within the following few days and weeks
- There is no closing date for this position unless the position is filled

**Job Types**: Permanent, Full-time

**Salary**: £12.00-£15.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Newton Abbot: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Newton Abbot: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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