Finance MandA Integration and Analysis Manager

Wipfli; United States; On-site; USD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) with company match

Discretionary annual bonus

Flexible time off

Job summary

Wipfli in the United States seeks a Manager, Finance Integration & M&A to lead financial integration across acquired businesses, bridging deal diligence, planning, integration execution, and post-acquisition performance management.

You will partner with Finance, Accounting, IT, Data, and Operations to ensure seamless reporting, develop synergy tracking, and drive strategic projects in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, corporate development, or M&A integration.
• Direct experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or business integrations.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support acquisition diligence efforts by reviewing financial information, operational metrics, and business assumptions.
• Develop financial integration plans prior to transaction close and align data structures.
• Lead finance-related integration activities for acquired companies, including data migration and reporting.
• Establish reporting processes and performance metrics for newly acquired businesses.

Skills

Advanced financial modeling

M&A integration

FP&A

Mergers & acquisitions experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Administration

Tools

Workday ERP

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.

Position Summary

The Manager, Finance Integration & M&A will play a critical role in supporting the company's acquisition strategy by leading financial integration activities across acquired businesses. This position serves as the bridge between deal diligence, financial planning, integration execution, and post-acquisition performance management. The role will partner across Finance, Accounting, IT, Data, Operations, and external advisors to ensure newly acquired businesses are successfully integrated into the organization's financial and reporting environment. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical capabilities, M&A integration experience, FP&A expertise, and the ability to drive projects in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

M&A Due Diligence & Pre-Close Planning

• Support acquisition diligence efforts by reviewing financial information, operational metrics, and business assumptions.
• Assess synergy opportunities and validate financial projections.
• Develop financial integration plans prior to transaction close.
• Evaluate financial data structures, chart of accounts, and reporting frameworks of target businesses.

Acquisition Integration

• Lead finance-related integration activities for acquired companies.
• Coordinate the transition of financial data, reporting structures, and budgeting processes into the enterprise environment.
• Partner with Accounting, IT, Data & Analytics, and operational teams to facilitate system conversions and data migration.
• Support purchase accounting processes through coordination with internal teams and external advisors.
• Establish reporting processes and performance metrics for newly acquired businesses.

Synergy & Performance Management

• Develop and maintain synergy tracking and reporting.
• Monitor acquisition performance against investment theses and forecast assumptions.
• Produce post-acquisition business reviews and executive reporting.
• Support earn-out calculations, performance monitoring, and related analyses.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions throughout the integration lifecycle.

Strategic Projects

• Lead and support special finance initiatives as business priorities evolve.
• Participate in cross-functional projects focused on process improvement, reporting enhancements, and operational scalability.
• Develop repeatable integration methodologies and best practices as acquisition activity grows.

Req# 2026-8222

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, corporate development, or M&A integration.
• Direct experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or business integrations.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a private equity-backed organization.
• Professional services industry experience.
• Exposure to both FP&A and accounting functions.
• Experience integrating businesses and managing post-close reporting.
• Familiarity with Workday ERP platforms.
• MBA, CPA, or other advanced business credentials preferred but not required.

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 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 $117,000 - $158,000 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.