Senior Manager, Accounting Advisory - Construction Clients

Wipfli; United States; Remote; USD 142,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

401(k) savings plan

Profit sharing

Flexible time off

Education & certification assistance

Cell phone reimbursement

Travel rewards

Well-being incentive

Banking & insurance support

Job summary

Wipfli is actively seeking a CFO-level advisory professional to serve as a strategic partner to construction clients, driving profitability, cash flow management, and operational performance from a remote location in the United States. You will lead engagements, mentor teams, and deliver meaningful business insights.

The role combines technical accounting expertise with high-impact client advisory work, collaborating with business owners, project leaders, and executive teams to shape client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree a plus
• CPA designation preferred
• Minimum 8 years of relevant public accounting or industry accounting experience, preferably supporting construction clients at the CFO level
• Experience providing accounting and advisory services to construction organizations, including job costing, WIP reporting, and project-based financial management
• Demonstrated ability to advise clients on cash flow forecasting, project profitability, and liquidity in a project-based environment
• Proven success leading teams through organizational change and process improvement
• Strong project management and relationship-building skills, with a client-first mindset
• Experience managing remote teams and promoting collaboration across geographies
• Experience working with external stakeholders (e.g., banking, surety, audit, insurance) to support client needs
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Responsibilities

• Lead client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, delivering strategic financial insights and operational guidance.
• Drive change management initiatives to modernize service delivery through technology, standardized processes, and best practices.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with client executives by understanding their business goals and delivering tailored solutions.
• Oversee multiple client teams, ensuring timely and accurate completion of accounting engagements.
• Analyze financial performance, including KPIs, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and cash flow.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., revenue cycle, payroll, cost reporting) to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Develop client budgets and forecasts, offering consultative support on financial planning and strategy.
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Skills

CFO-level advisory

Construction accounting

Client advisory

Cash flow forecasting

Project profitability

Team mentoring

Remote team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Procore

Sage Intacct Construction

Foundation

Job description

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.

Are you a construction accounting leader who enjoys partnering with business owners, project leaders, and executive teams to drive results? Wipfli is seeking an experienced CFO level advisory professional to serve as a strategic partner to construction clients, helping them improve profitability, manage cash flow, navigate growth, and strengthen operational performance. In this role, you'll combine your technical expertise with high-impact client advisory work, leading engagements, mentoring teams, and delivering meaningful business insights that help clients succeed.At Wipfli, you'll join a collaborative, growth-focused firm where your experience is valued, your ideas are encouraged, and your career path is yours to define.

This job can be worked remotely anywhere in the US!

Responsibilities

• Lead client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, delivering strategic financial insights and operational guidance.
• Drive change management initiatives to modernize service delivery through technology, standardized processes, and best practices.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with client executives by understanding their business goals and delivering tailored solutions.
• Oversee multiple client teams, ensuring timely and accurate completion of accounting engagements.
• Analyze financial performance, including KPIs, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and cash flow.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., revenue cycle, payroll, cost reporting) to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Develop client budgets and forecasts, offering consultative support on financial planning and strategy.
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree a plus
• CPA designation preferred
• Minimum 8 years of relevant public accounting or industry accounting experience, preferably supporting construction clients at the CFO level.
• Experience providing accounting and advisory services to construction organizations, including job costing, WIP (work-in-progress) reporting, and project-based financial management
• Demonstrated ability to advise clients on cash flow forecasting, project profitability, and liquidity in a project-based environment
• Proven success leading teams through organizational change and process improvement
• Strong project management and relationship-building skills, with a client-first mindset
• Experience managing remote teams and promoting collaboration across geographies
• Experience working with external stakeholders (e.g., banking, surety, audit, insurance) to support client needs
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate insights clearly to stakeholders
• Preferred proficiency with industry accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Procore, Sage Intaact Construction, Foundation) and ability to embrace new technologies
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Christine Villicana from Wipfli’s recruiting team will be guiding you through this process.

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 values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $142,000 to $195,000 with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Benefits

• 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans)
• dental and vision coverage
• opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program
• firm-sponsored basic life coverage
• short-term disability coverage
• long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) savings plan & profit share
• firm matching contribution
• well-being incentive
• education & certification assistance
• flexible time off
• family care leave
• parental leave
• family formation benefits
• cell phone reimbursement
• travel rewards
• critical illness & accident insurance
• hospital indemnity insurance
• legal insurance
• long-term care insurance
• pet insurance
• ID theft protection
• supplemental life/AD&D

"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.