Accounts Assistant needed to start asap. Job would suit accountancy student, or anyone qualified to AAT Level 1-2, or ACCA Level-1, who wishes to work part time and largely flexibly. Permanent part time: max. 20 hours per week for a student / 2-3 days a week for qualified person. Full day each Friday, plus last working day of each month in the Reading office. Office hours: 8.00 am - 4.00 pm during probationary period (will be adjusted). Otherwise, flexible working hours to suit. Three-month probation, training with the Financial Controller (other training also provided), Once permanent, successful candidate will be eligible for enrollment on the Company pension scheme. Any other benefits will be offered after completion of one-year's service. Annual holiday entitlement: proportionate to a full time, 35 hour pw position (which is 25 days pa plus Bank Holidays). Job description: assisting the Financial controller. Using Connected accounting software package (similar to QuickBooks), principal tasks will include:- - Sales invoicing - Maintaining sales database - Proforma invoices to be raised - Posting receipts from customers - Sending statements out in a timely manner - Other ad hoc duties. Key skills needed: - Numerate and IT literate - Excellent spoken and written English and communication skills - Good timekeeping and attendance - Ability to work to tight deadlines - Self-motivated and keen to learn more. Full CV required with application. If appropriate, references will be taken on the successful candidate. We are a small, but growing, lighting manufacturer. We create high performance, technically advanced and elegantly designed low energy lighting instruments for sale into the international market