Administration Assistant

About the Company At Harvey Norman Timaru, we take pride in being one of New Zealand's leading retailers. Our success over the past 20 years can be attributed to our dedicated staff, who have built our brand into a household name. We are currently looking for an Administration Assistant to join our store Administration team, contributing to our mission of providing excellent service and support across various departments. About the Role The Administration Assistant will be a vital part of our Central Administration team, located in our Timaru store. This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, which promotes a healthy work-life balance. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our back-end functions operate seamlessly. Your key responsibilities will include: - Providing accurate and efficient support in all areas of administration. - Balancing floats and preparing tills before store opening. - Managing department banking and maintaining files for finance contracts while processing payments. - Following up on outstanding finance debts to ensure timely settlement. - Matching delivery dockets from the warehouse with invoices and purchases, verifying accuracy. - Processing invoices in preparation for payment. - Maintaining an organized filing system for all documentation. - Answering incoming telephone calls in a friendly, polite, and helpful manner. Requirements While experience in the retail industry or administration is beneficial, the most important attributes we seek include: - Strong organizational and administrative skills, with great attention to detail. - A team-oriented mindset and a desire to work collaboratively within a close-knit team. - An inherent ability to create order and adhere to established processes. Benefits Working at Harvey Norman comes with several advantages, including: - Employee benefits such as discounted gym memberships, eye care, dental care, and banking products. - Staff discounts on our exceptional range of products. - Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (Raise). - Recognition for long service. - The assurance of working for a stable employer that offers improved job security and long-term career progression. We are committed to promoting from within, which means this role is more than just a job; it is the beginning of a rewarding career. We take pride in developing our staff, and many of our General Managers and retail Store Managers have advanced through the ranks of our company. This position offers a great opportunity to embark on your career journey or to make a meaningful career change. At Harvey Norman, we provide comprehensive training and induction, and we are looking for someone who possesses the right attitude and is a good fit for our team. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today.