Remote Construction Accounting Advisory Manager

Wipfli; United States; Remote; USD 107,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with profit sharing

Flexible time off

Job summary

Wipfli’s outsourced accounting advisory practice is seeking a manager with 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.
• Previous Controller, or equivalent accounting leadership experience with responsibility for financial reporting, operational oversight, and team management.
• 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, including timing differences between billing, collections, and costs
• Comfort in partnering with owners, project managers, and external advisors in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Exposure to multi state operations, sales/use tax, and contractor specific compliance considerations
• Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Strong project management and relationship-building skills, with a client‑first mindset.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Preferred proficiency in industry accounting software, e.g., QuickBooks Online, Foundation, Procore, and a demonstrated ability to embrace new technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others, promote constructive change, and develop team members.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Financial reporting

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Foundation

Procore

Job description

Wipfli’s outsourced accounting advisory practice is seeking a manager with 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.