Tax Senior Manager, Transaction Advisory Services

Barfield, Murphy, Shank & Smith LLC.; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Generous PTO & holidays

Training and development

Job summary

BMSS Advisors & CPAs is seeking a Tax Senior Manager to lead the tax workstream of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions within our Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) practice. The role focuses on guiding clients through due diligence, structuring, planning, and post-closing tax integration, while mentoring junior professionals and collaborating with deal teams.

You will work with business owners, private equity sponsors, and attorneys to identify exposures, quantify risk, and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in tax or TAS
• Strong working knowledge of partnership, S corp, and C corp taxation
• Active CPA license required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited institution
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with complex tax data
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead tax due diligence for mergers and acquisitions and related transactions
• Advise on transaction structures including stock vs asset treatment and elections
• Review purchase agreements for tax considerations and allocations
• Advise closely held and PE-backed clients on tax matters and reorganizations
• Collaborate with clients and legal/financial advisors throughout the deal cycle
• Support post-closing tax integration, planning, and compliance while mentoring juniors

Skills

Tax due diligence

Partnership & corporate tax

Strong communication

Advanced Excel

Client advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

Excel

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.

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 15 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 Tax Senior Manager to join our Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) practice and help lead the tax workstream of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions. This is a highly visible, client-facing leadership role supporting both buy-side and sell-side engagements.

In this role, you will guide clients through tax due diligence, transaction structuring, tax planning, and post-closing integration and compliance. You will work closely with business owners, private equity sponsors, attorneys, and other advisors to identify exposures, quantify risk, and develop practical tax solutions throughout the deal cycle.

Relationships are central to how we work. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, collaborate across internal teams, and mentor developing professionals while helping shape the continued growth of our TAS tax practice.

What You'll Do

• Lead tax due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions, identifying exposures and quantifying risk for buyers and sellers
• Advise on transaction structures, including stock versus asset treatment, F reorganizations, §338(h)(10) and §336(e) elections, rollover equity, and §1060 purchase price allocations
• Review purchase and sale agreements for relevant tax considerations, including disclosure schedules, covenants, indemnities, intended tax treatment, and purchase price allocations
• Advise closely held and private equity-backed clients on negotiated tax matters, entity structures, and reorganizations
• Collaborate with clients and their legal, financial, and transaction advisors throughout the deal cycle
• Support post-closing tax integration, planning, and compliance while mentoring junior team members and reviewing work product

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in tax, transaction advisory services, or a relevant federal tax practice
• Strong working knowledge of partnership, S corporation, and C corporation taxation
• Active CPA license required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited institution
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with complex tax and transaction data
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly to clients and deal teams

Preferred:

• Prior experience leading tax due diligence engagements for buy-side or sell-side transactions
• Experience advising closely held businesses, private equity-backed companies, or lower middle market clients
• Demonstrated ability to develop team members, manage multiple engagements, and build trusted client relationships

Why Join BMSS

• Help lead and grow a developing Transaction Advisory Services tax practice
• Work on high-impact transactions with business owners, private equity sponsors, and multidisciplinary deal teams
• Apply deep technical tax expertise while advising clients on practical, business-focused solutions
• Be part of a relationship-driven culture centered on mentorship, collaboration, and growth
• Gain direct access to firm leadership and meaningful opportunities to shape the future of 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 and leadership opportunities