Audit Senior Accountant

BMSS, LLC • Adamsville, AL

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About The Position

BMSS Advisors & CPAs is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead audits, reviews, compilations, and other assurance engagements for a diverse range of clients. The role works directly with clients to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance throughout engagements. The position is suited to a CPA or CPA-eligible accountant who enjoys collaborative work and is passionate about audit excellence.

BMSS is a people-first, relationship-driven CPA and advisory firm founded in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1991. It has ten locations across Alabama and Mississippi, including its Ridgeland office. The firm describes its culture as family-friendly and supportive of mentorship and work-life balance, with a strong connection to the communities it serves.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• CPA license or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.
• 3–5+ years of public accounting experience focused on audit or assurance.
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit/accounting software, such as CaseWare or 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.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• CPA license.

Responsibilities

• 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 about engagement progress, audit findings, and recommendations.
• Research and resolve complex accounting and auditing issues.
• Ensure engagements comply with professional and firm standards and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities.
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid volunteer days.
• Paid holidays.
• Ongoing training and continuing professional education (CPE).
• Leadership development.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior