General Accountant

Marmon Lift Recruitment; Swanley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled General Accountant in Swanley. The role includes managing the general ledger, preparing journal entries, and supporting month-end close processes. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of relevant experience and is ideally part-qualified or fully qualified in accounting. This position provides opportunities for career progression in a growing business, offering a salary range of £40,000 to £55,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Company pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in Service (3x salary)

Discretionary sickness scheme

Enhanced family policies

Employee referral scheme

Discounts platform

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in a similar accounting role.
• Experience in a PE‑backed, turnaround, or carve‑out environment is advantageous.
• Previous experience in a service, engineering, or construction‑related business is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.
• Support the monthly and year‑end close process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Accounting principles

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

AAT / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified or qualified by experience

ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent certification preferred

Job description

General Accountant

Swanley, Kent

Salary : £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)

Benefits

Company pension, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Employee Assistance Programme (Day 1), Death in Service (3x salary), discretionary sickness scheme, enhanced family policies, employee referral scheme, discounts platform, career progression within a growing PE‑backed business

Commutable from

Swanley, Orpington, Dartford, Chislehurst, Bromley, Sevenoaks, Hartley, Sidcup, Bexley

Marmon Lift Recruitment is supporting a leading PE‑backed independent provider of elevator and escalator services in the UK in the search for a skilled and experienced General Accountant based in Swanley.

Now operating as a stand‑alone, high‑growth business, our client is undergoing an organic growth stage. This General Accountant role is a key appointment within the Finance function, reporting directly to the Finance Director and supporting core accounting activities including general ledger management, reconciliations, journal postings, and the month‑end close.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.
• Support the monthly and year‑end close process.
• Assist in the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Process intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank accounts and support treasury activities.
• Work closely with AP / AR teams to resolve queries accurately and on time.
• Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors as required.
• Assist with VAT returns, tax compliance, and other regulatory filings.
• Contribute to improving and documenting accounting processes and controls.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support the Finance Director.

Ideal Candidate

• Part‑qualified or qualified by experience (AAT / ACCA / CIMA).
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years in a similar accounting role.
• Experience within a PE‑backed, turnaround, or carve‑out environment is advantageous.
• Previous experience in a service, engineering, or construction‑related business is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communicator and effective team player.

Application Process

• For a confidential conversation, call (phone number removed) (Monday – Friday).
• Ping us your CV by email.

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