We are looking for a reliable and organised Part-Time Administrator to join our team in Chelmsford. This is a varied administrative role, working 20 hours per week across 5 days, providing essential support across Finance, HR and general administration. You’ll help keep our day-to-day processes running smoothly, from handling financial records and reconciliations to supporting HR administration and maintaining accurate documentation. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, has strong attention to detail and would like to join a friendly, supportive team within a growing family-run business.
Longacres Garden Centre is family-run and the business has grown to include six stores in the South East of England. From a few employees in 1979 to over 700 employees in 2026, Longacres is a growing company with opportunities for staff to develop and learn. Our diverse team is friendly, supportive and inclusive. We value our loyal customers, high-quality products and ability to offer competitive prices.
- Free onsite parking
- 15% Staff discount (Increase to 20% after 5 years of service)
Department: Administration
Hours: 20 hours per week over 5 days
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Completing daily cash reconciliations and week-ending reconciliations
- Preparing and processing banking
- Processing delivery notes and ensuring records are accurate and up to date
- Arranging and processing credits where requiredProcessing receipts and petty cash
- Allocating and keeping records of staff uniforms
- Maintaining accurate records and tracking employee sickness and absence
- Processing new starter paperwork and ensuring all relevant documentation is completed
- Providing general administrative support to the wider team as required
Key Skills and Competencies
- Previous administration experience
- Experience handling cash, banking or reconciliations
- Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Experience using HR or payroll systems
- Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
- Experience processing invoices, credits or delivery documentation
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Experience maintaining confidential employee records
- Good communication skills and a friendly, professional manner
- Experience working in a retail or customer-focused environment
Additional Information
- Number of positions: 1
Contact
Name: Recruitment Team
Phone: +441276486416
You have the right to lodge a complaint with us via Longacres as well as the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we have not complied with the requirements of the UK GDPR or Data Protection Act 2018 in relation to your personal data. If you have any concerns about the way your personal data has been processed, please let us know in the first instance. We will acknowledge your complaint within 30 days, investigate any issues you have raised while keeping you informed of progress, and advise you of the outcome without undue delay.
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