Role Description
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.
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Perform financial due diligence and Quality of Earnings analyses supporting buy-side and sell-side transactions
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Collaborate with clients, deal counsel, and transaction advisors throughout the deal cycle
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Contribute to working capital analyses, financial statement normalization, and key findings documentation
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Assist with closing statement preparation and review, including net working capital true-ups, indebtedness schedules, and cash and cash equivalents determinations
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Prepare clear, well-supported analyses and reports that help clients and deal teams evaluate transaction opportunities and risks
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Build strong working relationships with internal team members, clients, and external deal professionals
Qualifications
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3+ years of experience in public accounting audit, transaction advisory, investment banking, or private equity
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Strong working knowledge of US GAAP; GAAS familiarity a plus
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with comfort working with financial data and large datasets
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to clients and deal teams
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A relationship-driven mindset with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, client-facing environment
Requirements
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Preferred: CPA or active CPA candidate
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Prior experience with financial due diligence, Quality of Earnings, working capital analyses, or M&A transaction support
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Experience serving lower middle market companies, private equity sponsors, or lender-backed transactions
Benefits
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Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
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Company-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
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401(k) plan with company match
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Generous PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer days
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Ongoing training and professional development
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Clear career progression opportunities