Senior Manager, CAS
About The Position
BMSS Advisors & CPAs is seeking an experienced, relationship-driven Senior Manager to help lead their growing Client Accounting Solutions (CAS) practice. This role will be based out of the Ridgeland, MS office. The Senior Manager will oversee a portfolio of client engagements, guide and develop team members, and ensure clients receive accurate, timely accounting support and practical financial insight. This position serves as a trusted advisor, partnering with clients' existing finance and leadership teams to strengthen their accounting operations. It is an excellent opportunity for a strong accounting leader who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and building lasting client relationships while helping shape the continued growth of a collaborative CAS practice.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited institution
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience managing multiple client engagements or comparable public accounting experience
- Demonstrated experience leading teams, reviewing work, managing engagement economics, and developing client relationships
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
- Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Desktop
- Ability to manage competing priorities, solve complex problems, and communicate recommendations clearly to clients and team members
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Located near the BMSS office in Ridgeland or willing to commute/relocate, with the ability to travel periodically within Mississippi; no long-term overnight travel expected
Nice To Haves
- QuickBooks certifications
- Experience with platforms such as Bill.com, Rightworks, and fixed asset software
- CPA or other relevant professional credential
- NFP experience
Responsibilities
- Lead a portfolio of CAS engagements, establishing priorities, managing scope and budgets, and ensuring work is delivered accurately, timely, and in line with firm standards
- Build trusted client relationships, understand evolving business needs, and translate accounting information into practical insights and recommendations that support client retention and growth
- Review monthly and periodic financial statements, reconciliations, general ledger activity, accounts payable, payroll, and other recurring accounting deliverables
- Provide advisory support in areas such as budgeting and forecasting, financial statement analysis, internal controls, process improvement, and business intelligence reporting
- Guide accounting system implementations, conversions, and technology-enabled workflow improvements, including solutions within the QuickBooks ecosystem
- Supervise, coach, and develop staff assigned to engagements; provide timely feedback and create opportunities for continued growth
- Monitor engagement performance, capacity, realization, and profitability, proactively addressing risks or changes in scope
- Collaborate with tax, assurance, advisory, and other BMSS professionals to coordinate client service and identify appropriate solutions
- Support proposal development, client onboarding, strategic CAS initiatives, and a positive, accountable team culture
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus potential
- Company-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off, including volunteer days and holidays
- Ongoing training and a structured career path
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
