Manager, Accounting Advisory - Manufacturing Industry Clients

Wipfli LLP; Billings (MT); Remote; USD 107,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Wipfli LLP in the United States seeks a CAS Advisory Manager to lead manufacturing client engagements, analyze financial data, and advise on accounting and process improvements. You will mentor teams and collaborate with domestic and offshore resources to enhance service delivery and efficiency.

This highly visible, client-facing role focuses on building strong relationships and delivering impactful advisory solutions; remote work is available nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required.
• 4–6 years of accounting experience, including manufacturing exposure.
• 3+ years leading and developing teams.
• Knowledge of manufacturing accounting: WIP, inventory, cost, COGS.
• APIs, CMA, or similar certification preferred.
• Strong financial reporting and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and client relationships.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Up to 10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Review financial reporting packages, ensure quality and timeliness.
• Prepare benchmarking data and KPIs for client insights.
• Present findings to clients as directed.
• Assist in budgets, forecasts, and cash flow models.
• Provide technical accounting support on complex issues.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Lead US and offshore engagement teams for quality delivery.
• Coach staff and senior accountants on accounting matters.

Skills

Accounting

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Communication skills

Prioritization

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelors in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

QuickBooks Online

NetSuite

Fishbowl

Katana

Microsoft Office

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.

This role supports manufacturing clients by delivering high-quality financial reporting, performance insights, and operational recommendations that drive business results. As a CAS Advisory Manager, you will lead client engagements, analyze financial data, and provide guidance on accounting and process improvements. You will also mentor teams and collaborate with both domestic and overseas resources to enhance service delivery and efficiency. This is a highly visible, client-facing role focused on building strong relationships and delivering impactful advisory solutions.

This job can be worked remotely anywhere in the US!

Responsibilities

• Review financial reporting packages and work papers for quality, completeness, and timely delivery.

• Prepare and analyze benchmarking data and key performance indicators to support client insights.

• Present completed reporting packages and findings to clients as directed.

• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow models in alignment with client engagement terms.

• Provide technical accounting support to clients and their teams on complex issues.

• Identify operational inefficiencies through client discovery sessions and recommend actionable improvements.

• Lead and coordinate the efforts of US and offshore engagement team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables, efficient workflow management, and a consistent client experience.

• Lead and coach staff and senior accountants, providing guidance on accounting and financial reporting matters.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required4–6 years of accounting experience, including exposure to manufacturing environments3+ years of experience leading and developing teamsKnowledge of manufacturing accounting concepts, including WIP, inventory, job costing, and COGSAPIs, CMA, or similar certification preferredStrong financial reporting and analytical skillsProven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and client relationshipsExcellent communication and presentation skillsExperience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Fishbowl, Katana) and Microsoft OfficeAbility to influence outcomes, drive process improvements, and develop team membersAbility to travel up to 10%

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 [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 $107,000 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.

Job LocationsUS-MT-Billings