Manager, Accounting Advisory - Manufacturing Industry Clients

Wipfli Cas Advisory Manager

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.

This role supports manufacturing clients by delivering high-quality financial reporting, performance insights, and operational recommendations that drive business results. As a CAS Advisory Manager, you will lead client engagements, analyze financial data, and provide guidance on accounting and process improvements. You will also mentor teams and collaborate with both domestic and overseas resources to enhance service delivery and efficiency. This is a highly visible, client-facing role focused on building strong relationships and delivering impactful advisory solutions. This job can be worked remotely anywhere in the US!

Responsibilities

• Review financial reporting packages and workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness • Analyze benchmarking data and key performance indicators to deliver actionable client insights • Present financial results and recommendations to clients with clarity and confidence • Support the development of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections • Provide technical accounting guidance on complex issues • Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements through client discovery • Lead, coach, and develop staff and senior accountants • Effectively leverage and collaborate with offshore/overseas teams to enhance service delivery and efficiency • Apply knowledge of job costing, inventory, and overhead allocation within manufacturing environments

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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 • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and client relationships • Excellent communication and presentation skills • Experience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Fishbowl, Katana) and Microsoft Office • Ability to influence outcomes, drive process improvements, and develop team members • Ability to travel up to 10%