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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 five thriving locations across Alabama and Mississippi-including our Ridgeland office, where we proudly serve a growing client base with local heart and national reach.
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 five thriving locations across Alabama and Mississippi-including our Ridgeland office, where we proudly serve a growing client base with local heart and national reach.
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 13 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
We're actively seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team. In this role, you'll take the lead on audits, reviews, and other assurance engagements for a diverse range of clients. You'll work directly with clients, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance every step of the way.
If you're a CPA or CPA-eligible accountant who thrives in collaborative environments and is passionate about audit excellence, this is your ideal next role.
What You'll Do
- Lead audits, reviews, and compilations from planning through completion
- Prepare and review workpapers and financial statements in accordance with GAAP and other applicable standards
- Mentor junior staff and manage multiple client engagements
- Conduct internal control and risk assessments to identify process improvement opportunities
- Communicate proactively with clients regarding engagement progress, audit findings, and recommendations
- Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing issues
- Ensure engagements comply with professional and firm standards, as well as deadlines
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's or CPA preferred)
- CPA license or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam
- 3-5+ years of public accounting experience focused on audit/assurance
- Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and internal controls
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and audit/accounting software (e.g., CaseWare, ProSystem fx Engagement)
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with clients and teams
- Work with clients across a variety of industries, including nonprofit, construction, manufacturing, and government
- Deeply rooted in our local communities-we care where we live and work
- Family-first environment with flexible scheduling
- Supportive, team-oriented culture that values mentorship and growth
- Competitive base salary + bonus opportunities
- Company-paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Generous PTO, paid volunteer days, and paid holidays
- Ongoing training, CPE, and leadership development
- A career with purpose, growth, and people who care
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance-
Industries
Accounting
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