Administration Manager - Rye Harbour Holiday Park

Administration Manager - Rye Harbour Holiday Park 

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent - 5 / 5.5 days per week

Salary: £22,500 per annum

Location: Rye Harbour Holiday Park 

Park Holidays are looking for an Experienced Permanent Administration Manager to join our team at Rye Harbour Holiday Park.

Our Administration Managers will be expected to have experience and knowledge of the Caravan and Hospitality Industry. They must have excellent administration and organisational skills to be able to oversee the general administration of the park. This includes the management of the park’s revenue, all staff documentation, as well as carrying out the parks monthly Payroll duties. Our Admin Managers will be expected to be able to maintain this even throughout our peak months when pressure can become high. So, the ability to work under pressure is a must.

The Park:

Rye Harbour Holiday Park is situated alongside the harbour and adjacent to a nature reserve renowned for its wonderful wildlife, birds and flora. Rye town centre is just 2 miles away from the park, and don’t be surprised if you find yourself spending your days off exploring the history and culture of this fascinating town. This traditional town features a delightful mix of quaint cobbled streets, art galleries, bars and fine bistros. There are also miles of amazing coastline to walk and sandy beaches to relax on in the area, including nearby Camber Sands, famously one of the best beaches in the Sussex County.

The Role:

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• To set up and maintain a reliable and efficient system to deal with all correspondence and matters outstanding from statutory bodies. To include understanding requirements of these bodies, documentation of action taken and indicators of outstanding requirements and deadlines for completion, by giving timely accurate information to General Manager.
• To ensure the timely completion of the weekly site return information required by Head Office.
• To carry out general payroll administration accurately. Ensuring that payroll and related remuneration are run properly, that records are maintained, plus maintaining staff data, coordinating sickness and holiday records, updating and setting up new employees, etc.
• To ensure that Group Purchase agreements are fully observed and that purchase procedures in general are implemented. This will include adherence to ordering and payment procedures and the timely dispatch of invoices to Head Office.
• To ensure all Park Revenue is captured and posted daily for the Park.
• Reconciling cash received with revenue recorded, investigating any differences and providing relevant supporting reports to Head Office.
• Ensure all relevant managers and staff have copies/access to their up to date procedures both when they join and on an ongoing basis.
• To ensure written company procedures as contained in the Procedure Manual are maintained up to date and are readily available. To have a working knowledge of these procedures sufficient to perform the above function.
• To become expert in the compilation, presentation and production of relevant management information as required by department heads of the business and the General Manager.

The Candidate:

• Previous knowledge of holiday parks would be a distinct advantage.
• Experience in a similar role would be an advantage
• Some prior experience or knowledge in cash handling procedures and/or be confident and proficient in such tasks.
• Good Numeracy Skills and attention to detail.
• Good PC skills including knowledge of Excel
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• The ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• A professional and outgoing personality
• A clear understanding of and ability to maintain Company confidentiality at all times
• The ability to work under own initiative
• Flexibility

Benefits:

• 20% friends and family discount on holidays booked with Park Holidays, this is subject to availability at time of booking.
• All staff have a discount of 50% on food purchased from the complex, this does not include specials or any drinks & is subject to conditions.
• Great staff referral scheme
• 28 days holiday leave per annum (incl Bank Hols)
• Progression Programme within the Company – Learning & development opportunities available with the potential to join the Company’s Skills Academy or Apprenticeship Development Programme.

The Company:

With 42 caravan parks situated throughout the UK we are now one of the largest providers of Holiday parks covering both England and Scotland. We offer great value family holidays and short breaks, with a small selection of touring and camping too, along with a wide range of static caravan holiday homes and luxury lodges for sale.