Manufacturing CAS Advisory Manager (Remote)

Wipfli; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 107,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Dental and vision coverage

HSA with firm contribution

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with profit sharing

Flexible time off

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking a CAS Advisory Manager to lead client engagements for manufacturing clients, delivering high-quality financial reporting, performance insights, and operational recommendations. This role is remote and can be worked from anywhere in the United States.

You will mentor teams, collaborate with domestic and overseas resources, and build strong client relationships while driving advisory solutions and process improvements across engaged engagements.

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.
• 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%.

Responsibilities

• Review financial reporting packages and workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Analyze benchmarking data and key performance indicators to deliver actionable client insights.
• Present financial results and recommendations to clients with clarity and confidence.
• Support the development of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex issues.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements through client discovery.
• Lead, coach, and develop staff and senior accountants.
• Effectively leverage and collaborate with offshore/overseas teams to enhance service delivery and efficiency.
• Apply knowledge of job costing, inventory, and overhead allocation within manufacturing environments.

Skills

Strong financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Leadership and staff development

Ability to influence outcomes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

QuickBooks Online

NetSuite

Fishbowl

Katana

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wipfli is seeking a CAS Advisory Manager to lead client engagements for manufacturing clients, delivering high-quality financial reporting, performance insights, and operational recommendations. This role is remote and can be worked from anywhere in the United States.

You will mentor teams, collaborate with domestic and overseas resources, and build strong client relationships while driving advisory solutions and process improvements across engaged engagements.