CFO, Outsourced Accounting - Construction Industry

Wipfli LLP; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in the US is seeking an experienced accounting manager to oversee a remote team and provide financial advisory services to clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, including financial statement preparation and supervisory experience. This role offers competitive compensation with a salary range of $125,000 to $185,000 and various benefits, including flexible work options.

Benefits

8 health plan options

401(k) savings plan with profit sharing

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Qualifications

• 10 years of advanced, hands-on, full cycle accounting experience.
• Previous public accounting experience is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a remote accounting team including job time budgets.
• Provide general advisory services to clients via scheduled meetings.
• Review financial statements and key performance indicators for accuracy.

Skills

Advanced accounting

Financial statement preparation

Relationship management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Various accounting software

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage a remote accounting team including job time budgets and job profitability.
• Provide general advisory services to clients via scheduled remote meetings.
• Direct point of contact for construction client engagements.
• Partner with client accounting staff to maintain and foster relationships within the construction industry.
• Research and share knowledge of best practices in areas of business concern or interest to each client.
• Responsible for managing and finalizing the accounting period close.
• Review financial statements, contracts in progress schedule, management reports and other key performance indicators for accuracy.
• Manage financial reporting accuracy for clients and Board of Directors.
• Advise clients on process improvement in their accounting department and internal controls.
• Provide technical accounting assistance to clients and internal team.
• Mentor and train direct reports to grow in their roles and responsibilities.
• Embrace new technology, including various accounting software and demonstrate the ability to adapt and learn quickly.
• This role will require 5-10% travel annually.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 10 years of advanced, hands on, full cycle accounting experience that includes financial statement preparation and review.
• Previous public accounting experience is preferred.
• US GAAP and financial statement analytic experience preferred.
• Experience with a Contracts in Progress (Work in Progress) schedule is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to build and manage relationships.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CCIFP) preferred but not required.

Christine Villicana from Wipfli’s recruiting team will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn Page to connect!

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Additional Details

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 identity, 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 $125,000 to $185,000 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 offers flexibility for many positions to be performed remotely; please discuss your work preferences with your recruiter during the interview process.

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.

Job LocationsUS

Job ID 2025-6730

Category Outsourced Accounting

Remote Yes