Manufacturing Audit Manager — Lead Teams & Compliance

Wipfli LLP; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipfli LLP in Madison, WI is seeking an Audit Manager to lead engagements for manufacturing clients, ensuring operational excellence and financial clarity. This role emphasizes mentorship, client relationship building, and the delivery of high-quality financial reporting in a dynamic industry landscape.

The position is hybrid, requiring regular office presence in Madison with opportunities to work remotely and at client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA license required.
• 5 years of experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Ability to travel to client sites.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

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

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Public accounting experience

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA license

Job description

Wipfli LLP in Madison, WI is seeking an Audit Manager to lead engagements for manufacturing clients, ensuring operational excellence and financial clarity. This role emphasizes mentorship, client relationship building, and the delivery of high-quality financial reporting in a dynamic industry landscape.

The position is hybrid, requiring regular office presence in Madison with opportunities to work remotely and at client sites as needed.