Manager, Accounting Advisory - Manufacturing Industry Clients

Wipfli LLP; Montana; Remote; USD 107,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Dental and vision coverage

HSA with potential Firm contribution

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with profit sharing

Flexible time off

Parental/family leave

Job summary

Wipfli LLP seeks a CAS Advisory Manager to lead client engagements, analyze financial data, and guide accounting and process improvements. The role involves mentoring teams and coordinating US and offshore resources to deliver high-quality advisory solutions.

This remote position supports manufacturing clients with high-value reporting, performance insights, and operational recommendations to drive business results. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required.
• 4-6 years of accounting experience, including exposure to manufacturing environments.
• 3+ years of experience leading and developing teams.
• CPA, CMA, or similar certification preferred; strong reporting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Review financial reporting packages and work papers for quality, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Prepare and analyze benchmarking data and KPIs to support client insights.
• Present completed reporting packages and findings to clients as directed.
• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow models.
• Provide technical accounting support on complex issues.
• Identify operational inefficiencies through client discovery sessions and recommend improvements.
• Lead and coordinate US and offshore engagement teams to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Lead and coach staff and senior accountants on accounting and financial reporting matters.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

QuickBooks Online

NetSuite

Fishbowl

Katana

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 required- 4-6 years of accounting experience, including exposure to manufacturing environments- 3+ years of experience leading and developing teams- Knowledge of manufacturing accounting concepts, including WIP, inventory, job costing, and COGS- CPA, CMA, or similar certification preferred- Strong financial reporting and analytical skills- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and client relationships- Excellent communication and presentation skills- Experience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Fishbowl, Katana) and Microsoft Office- Ability to influence outcomes, drive process improvements, and develop team members- Ability 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