Manufacturing Tax, Senior Manager

Wipfli LLP; Elm Tree Corners (WI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipfli LLP, a leading accounting and consulting firm, is seeking a Manufacturing Tax Senior Manager to lead complex federal and state tax engagements for manufacturing clients. The role emphasizes tax planning, compliance, and client advisory across multi-state matters.

Requires Bachelor's in Accounting, active CPA, 10+ years of tax experience and proven supervisory ability; hybrid work model; strong communication and mentoring skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Active CPA license.
• 10+ years of relevant tax experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of federal and state taxation.
• Prior supervisory, management, and mentoring experience.
• Ability to translate complex tax matters into practical guidance.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex federal and state tax compliance engagements, meeting deadlines.
• Serve as trusted tax advisor for manufacturing clients, understanding their business and tax needs.
• Review federal and state income tax returns and related workpapers, with focus on partnerships and capital accounting structures.
• Identify tax risks, planning opportunities, and strategies to support client objectives while complying with laws.
• Research and address complex tax matters and communicate recommendations clearly to clients and staff.
• Consult with clients and internal teams on unusual or complex tax issues and develop practical solutions.
• Proactively communicate with clients and engagement partners regarding engagement status and upcoming requirements.
• Plan and schedule engagements, coordinating client needs and firm resources.
• Provide training, coaching, direction, and supervision to staff and managers.
• Maintain and continue to develop expertise in tax matters relevant to manufacturing businesses.
• Participate in firm, industry, and practice-development initiatives.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand existing client relationships and support business-development activities.
• Collaborate across service lines when client needs extend beyond tax.

Skills

Tax leadership

Client relationships

Communication

Project management

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

CPA license

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.

The Manufacturing Tax Senior Manager is responsible for leading complex tax engagements and serving as a key tax advisor to clients, with a focus on organizations within the manufacturing industry. This role oversees the accurate and timely execution of tax compliance and consulting engagements, proactively identifies tax planning opportunities, and works closely with clients and internal teams to address complex tax matters.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex federal and state tax compliance engagements in accordance with firm and professional standards, budget expectations, and established deadlines.

• Serve as a trusted tax advisor and key point of contact for manufacturing clients, developing a strong understanding of their businesses, operations, and tax needs.

• Review federal and state income tax returns and related workpapers, with a particular focus on partnerships including their related allocation and capital accounting structures.

• Identify tax risks, planning opportunities, and strategies that support clients' business objectives while maintaining compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.

• Research and address complex tax matters and communicate recommendations clearly to clients and firm associates.

• Consult with clients and internal teams on unusual or complex tax issues and develop practical solutions based on client needs.

• Proactively communicate with clients and engagement partners regarding engagement status, significant tax matters, upcoming requirements, and additional service opportunities.

• Plan and schedule engagements, coordinating client needs and firm resources to support timely, high-quality delivery.

• Provide training, coaching, direction, and supervision to staff, senior accountants, and managers.

• Maintain and continue to develop expertise in tax matters relevant to manufacturing businesses.

• Participate in firm, industry, and practice-development initiatives.

• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand existing client relationships and support business-development activities.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the firm's broader service offerings and collaborate across service lines when client needs extend beyond tax.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Active CPA license.

• 10+ years of relevant tax experience.

• Strong technical knowledge of federal and state taxation.

• Prior supervisory, management, and/or mentoring experience.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex tax engagements and client relationships.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical tax matters into clear, practical guidance.

• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and manage multiple engagements simultaneously.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progressive public accounting experience.

• Significant experience serving manufacturing and distribution clients.

• Experience advising middle-market and/or closely held manufacturing businesses.

• Experience with complex multistate tax matters, tax planning, and tax controversy.

• Experience identifying and developing additional client-service opportunities.

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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 at [e-mail].

"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.