Remote Construction Accounting Advisory Manager

Wipfli; Clayton (MO); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Competitive benefits

401(k) with match

Job summary

Wipfli’s Accounting Advisory practice is seeking a Manager with strong construction accounting expertise to provide controller‑level advisory and lead key client engagements.

In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for construction clients, delivering accurate financial reporting, reviewing work‑in‑progress schedules, and offering strategic guidance to improve processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 4–6 years of experience in public or private accounting.
• 3+ years managing associates and/or teams.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) preferred.
• Working knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, retainage, and change orders.
• Understanding of project-based cash flow dynamics and timing differences between billing, collections, and costs.
• Exposure to multi-state operations, sales/use tax, and contractor compliance considerations.

Responsibilities

• Review financial reporting packages and work papers for quality and timeliness.
• Prepare and analyze benchmarking data and KPIs for client insights.
• Present reporting packages and findings to clients as directed.
• Assist in budgets, forecasts, and cash flow models.
• Provide technical accounting support to clients and teams on complex issues.
• Lead and coordinate US and offshore engagement team members.
• Lead and coach staff and senior accountants on accounting and reporting matters.

Skills

Construction accounting

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Client advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Foundation

Procore

Job description

Wipfli’s Accounting Advisory practice is seeking a Manager with strong construction accounting expertise to provide controller‑level advisory and lead key client engagements.

In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for construction clients, delivering accurate financial reporting, reviewing work‑in‑progress schedules, and offering strategic guidance to improve processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency.