Manufacturing Tax Manager: Client Leadership & Advisory

Wipfli; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipfli in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Manufacturing Tax Manager to lead federal and multi-state tax engagements for manufacturing clients. You will blend technical tax expertise with client leadership, team development, and advisory work.

This role is ideal for a CPA with 5+ years of relevant public accounting experience, focusing on manufacturing and flow-through entities. You will coordinate with specialty tax experts and guide junior staff while delivering high-impact solutions to clients.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required in the respective state in which they are practicing.
• Minimum 5+ years of job related experience in tax.
• Manufacturing and flow-through entity experience required.
• Subject matter leader in similar accounting and/or tax services.
• Management and/or mentoring experience with other staff members.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing and coordinating tax compliance and advisory work for clients.
• Review Federal and Multi-State flow-through and corporate tax returns.
• Lead client relationships on day to day tax matters supporting partners with service execution and development of extended services.
• Research and consult on technical matters and special projects.
• Proactively build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service.
• Actively participate in business development efforts with partners and marketing professionals to target client prospects.
• Manage, train and develop staff and participate in the performance review process.

Skills

CPA Certification

Manufacturing Tax

Client Leadership

Team Development

Tax Advisory

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Wipfli in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Manufacturing Tax Manager to lead federal and multi-state tax engagements for manufacturing clients. You will blend technical tax expertise with client leadership, team development, and advisory work.

This role is ideal for a CPA with 5+ years of relevant public accounting experience, focusing on manufacturing and flow-through entities. You will coordinate with specialty tax experts and guide junior staff while delivering high-impact solutions to clients.