Remote Accounting Advisory Manager - Manufacturing

Wipfli; Naperville (IL); Remote; USD 113,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA enrollment

401(k) with match

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Travel rewards

Educational assistance

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking a CAS Advisory Manager to support manufacturing clients by delivering high-quality financial reporting, performance insights, and operational recommendations that drive business results. You will lead client engagements, analyze data, mentor teams, and collaborate with domestic and offshore resources to enhance service delivery.

This is a remote role that can be worked anywhere in the US, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, cash flow modeling, and technical accounting

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.
• Experience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Fishbowl, Katana) and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

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.

Job description

Wipfli is seeking a CAS Advisory Manager to support manufacturing clients by delivering high-quality financial reporting, performance insights, and operational recommendations that drive business results. You will lead client engagements, analyze data, mentor teams, and collaborate with domestic and offshore resources to enhance service delivery.

This is a remote role that can be worked anywhere in the US, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, cash flow modeling, and technical accounting