Audit Manager, Construction

Wipfli; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental & vision

HSA contribution

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with matching

Flexible PTO

Parental leave

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking a senior audit professional to lead audit engagements, supervise teams, and guide GAAP compliance for diverse clients in the Minneapolis area.

You will partner with senior leadership on risk assessment, planning, budgeting, and reporting while staying current with FASB updates and industry standards. Strong communication and instructional skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• CPA certification required; CCIFP preferred.
• Construction industry experience in private and/or public required.
• Requires at least five years of job related experience in public accounting.
• Requires prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit, review, compilation engagements and multiple teams.
• Partner with Senior Managers, Directors and Partners in risk assessment, audit procedures, and reporting.
• Oversee daily operations of the audit engagement, including staffing, planning, budgeting, risk assessment, fieldwork, financial reporting, and conclusion.
• Research and communicate guidance on complex accounting matters and transactions.
• Assist clients with GAAP compliance and the adoption of FASB Accounting Standards Updates; address concerns and communicate proactively.
• Serve as an instructor in firm, department training programs, and meetings.
• Take part in and provide leadership in community, networking, and business development activities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Public accounting

Construction experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA certification

CCIFP Certification

Job description

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do - the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

This role requires a hybrid work arrangement linked to our Minneapolis, MN office.

At Wipfli, hybrid is defined as associates regularly work in a Wipfli office, from home and at client sites. The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Note that scheduled meetings at the client and in the office will require in-person attendance.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit, review, compilation engagements, and multiple teams. Provide performance feedback to all members of those teams when engagements end
• Partner with Senior Managers, Directors, and Partners in risk assessment, audit procedures, and reporting.
• Oversee daily operations of the audit engagement. From staffing, planning, budgeting, risk assessment, fieldwork, financial reporting, and the conclusion
• Research and communicate guidance on complex accounting matters and transactions
• Assist clients with GAAP compliance and the adoption of FASB Accounting Standard Updates. Address client concerns and resolve problems as they arise while communicating proactively and promptly
• Serve as an instructor in the firm, department training programs, and meetings
• Take part in and provide leadership in community, networking, and business development activities

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelors Degree in Accounting
• CPA certification required
• CCIFP Certification preferred
• Construction industry experience in private and/or public required
• Requires at least five years of job related experience in public accounting
• Requires prior supervisory experience

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at [e-mail]

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $110,000 to $160,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location.

"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.