Senior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper
Platform Accounting GroupRole Overview
Platform Accounting Group is hiring a Senior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper. This is a full-time role in Bethesda. Part of Platform Accounting Group's Risk hiring, posted 2 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Senior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper (Senior Business Advisor) is a key part of our team. You will perform general bookkeeping, payroll and business advising for a variety of individual and business clients. Our goal is to build long-lasting relationships by providing the highest level of service and oversight to the people we work for.
Who we are:
Platform Accounting Group is a rapidly growing professional services firm providing tax, accounting, assurance, IT consulting, and soon to be wealth management services to small and medium sized businesses and their owners. We currently have 50+ offices across 15 States with much more growth on the horizon. We fully understand that every employee has different needs, so our unique business model allows for more flexible work arrangements than most firms can offer. Enjoy a professional and dynamic work environment while making work/life balance a priority.
What you will do:
- Provide accounting and advisory services for a variety of clients, including individuals and businesses in a variety of industries.
- Perform general accounting duties including entering transactions and reconciling general ledger, credit card, and cash accounts; propose and record journal entries.
- Perform complex adjustments and reconciliations on books; clean-up of accounting systems and records.
- Utilize accounting software and systems to prepare financial reports, ensuring adherence to accounting standards such as GAAP
- Propose and setup accounting systems and services for new clients
- Prepare payroll and payroll tax returns; prepare and file sales tax returns, record and report fixed assets and personal property.
- Utilize strong industry knowledge and research abilities to provide high level service on complex projects.
- Proactive risk and compliance assessments, and best practice recommendations to clients.
- Oversee and review work from entry level staff.
- Train and oversee staff accountants
- Manage personal and team projects, manage competing priorities and ensure timely completion of projects and adherence to deadlines.
- Develop relationships with clients and gain understanding of their finances and businesses.
- Interpret financial reports provided by clients, and within accounting software.
- Propose and record journal entries for business clients.
- Build knowledge of tax laws and accounting practices to better serve our client’s needs.
What we look for:
- 3 - 5 years professional accounting experience, preferably in for or across multiple clients and industries.
- Superior accuracy and technical expertise, knowledge of client industries.
- Excellent communication, attention to detail, strong analytical skills
- Expert use of with accounting software & systems, and ability to learn new systems quickly
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
- Proactive problem solving and project management
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience with QuickBooks Accounting Software
What we offer
- Tremendous opportunity for advancement within a rapidly growing professional services firm
- Ongoing informal and formal training and development
- Very competitive compensation
- 401(k) and medical benefits
- Firm sponsored continuing education
The expected salary range for this role is $70,000 - $120,000 per year, which represents a good faith and reasonable estimate. Compensation decisions depend on numerous factors including bona fide qualifications and the facts and circumstances of each case at the time of hiring. Relevant qualifications include, but are not limited to employee education, training, skillset, credentials/certifications, relevant work experience, geographic work location (including if the employee will be hybrid or fully in-office), the scope and responsibilities of the role, internal level and peer equity, and market considerations.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper position at Platform Accounting Group?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Platform Accounting Group. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper position at Platform Accounting Group located?
This position is based in Bethesda. Platform Accounting Group has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper at Platform Accounting Group earn?
Platform Accounting Group has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper role at Platform Accounting Group posted?
This role was posted on June 4, 2026 (2 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper role at Platform Accounting Group require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Platform Accounting Group lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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