This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
Job description
Who We Are
At BMSS Advisors & CPAs, we're more than just a top 100 CPA and advisory firm‑we're a people-first, relationship-driven team rooted in integrity, collaboration, and community. Founded in Birmingham, AL in 1991, BMSS has grown to ten thriving locations across Alabama and Mississippi‑where we're proud to serve our client base with a local heart and national reach. This opportunity can be based out of any of our office locations.
We're known for our family-friendly culture, commitment to mentorship and life-work balance, and deep roots in the communities we serve. In fact, Accounting Today has recognized us as one of the best accounting firms to work for the last 14 years in a row. Whether it's volunteering locally or mentoring the next generation of CPAs, we show up‑with expertise, empathy, and heart.
The Opportunity
BMSS Advisors & CPAs is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) practice, focused on financial due diligence for mergers and acquisitions. This is a high-impact, client-facing role supporting buy-side and sell-side engagements in the lower middle market.
In this role, you will work directly with business owners, private equity sponsors, lenders, and deal teams to deliver Quality of Earnings analyses, working capital assessments, closing statement support, and financial due diligence reports that inform critical transaction decisions.
Relationships are central to how we work. You will build trusted connections internally across the team and externally with clients and professionals while continuing to grow your technical advisory skill set.
What You’ll Do
Perform financial due diligence and Quality of Earnings analyses supporting buy-side and sell-side transactions
Collaborate with clients, deal counsel, and transaction advisors throughout the deal cycle
Contribute to working capital analyses, financial statement normalization, and key findings documentation
Assist with closing statement preparation and review, including net working capital true-ups, indebtedness schedules, and cash and cash equivalents determinations
Prepare clear, well-supported analyses and reports that help clients and deal teams evaluate transaction opportunities and risks
Build strong working relationships with internal team members, clients, and external deal professionals
What We’re Looking For
3+ years of experience in public accounting audit, transaction advisory, investment banking, or private equity
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP; GAAS familiarity a plus
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with comfort working with financial data and large datasets
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to clients and deal teams
A relationship-driven mindset with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, client-facing environment
Preferred
CPA or active CPA candidate
Prior experience with financial due diligence, Quality of Earnings, working capital analyses, or M&A transaction support
Experience serving lower middle market companies, private equity sponsors, or lender-backed transactions
Why Join BMSS
Join a growing Transaction Advisory Services practice with meaningful client-facing exposure
Work on high-impact engagements that support critical buy-side and sell-side transaction decisions
Develop specialized advisory skills while building on a strong accounting and audit foundation
Be part of a relationship-driven culture centered on mentorship, collaboration, and growth
Gain direct access to experienced leaders and opportunities to grow within advisory services
What We Offer
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
Company-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Generous PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer days
Ongoing training and professional development
Clear career progression opportunities
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Worksite address
ridgeland, MS, 39158, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.