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About the Role

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. You’ll partner closely with client accounting teams, owners and CFOs, bringing a perceptive, solutions-focused approach to help strengthen financial performance. Rooted in the Wipfli Way, this opportunity allows you to lead a remote team, mentor staff, and make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, people-first culture.

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.

Requirements

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.
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.
Demonstrated ability to influence others, promote constructive change, and develop team members.
Ability to travel up to 10%

Skills

Construction accounting expertise
Financial reporting
Work-in-progress schedules
Process improvement
Internal controls
Operational efficiency
Financial performance
Team leadership
Mentoring
Benchmarking
Key performance indicators
Budgeting
Forecasting
Cash flow modeling
Technical accounting
Client discovery
Workflow management
Coaching
Accounting software proficiency (QuickBooks Online, Foundation, Procore)
Embracing new technologies

Location

Remote (US)

Work Type

Remote
Full-time

Experience Level

Manager
4-6 years experience
3+ years management experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
CPA or CMA preferred

Salary/Compensations

$107,000 - $160,000
Potential for annual discretionary bonus

Benefits

8 health plan options (HMO & PPO)
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
HSA with potential Firm contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Firm-sponsored basic life insurance
Short-term disability coverage
Long-term disability coverage
401(k) savings plan
Profit share
Firm matching contribution to 401(k)
Well-being incentive
Education assistance
Certification assistance
Flexible time off
Family care leave
Parental leave
Family formation benefits
Cell phone reimbursement
Travel rewards
Voluntary critical illness insurance
Voluntary accident insurance
Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary legal services
Voluntary long-term care insurance
Voluntary pet insurance
Voluntary ID theft protection
Voluntary supplemental life/AD&D insurance

About the Company

At Wipfli, people count.
Wipfli believes in flexibility, focuses on relationships, and encourages individuals to follow their own path.
Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity for those looking to make a difference and find a professional home.
"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services.
Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services.
Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services.

Equal Opportunity

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 hr@wipfli.com.