[Hiring] Senior Manager, Accounting Advisory @Wipfli Advisory LLC

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced financial leader to partner with tribal governments and their enterprises in strengthening financial operations, enhancing organizational effectiveness, and supporting long-term success. In this strategic advisory role, you will provide CFO level financial expertise, guide complex accounting and compliance initiatives, and help drive meaningful change. This role can work 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.
• Prior experience serving in a CFO or senior financial leadership role within a tribal government preferred.
• Work experience with tribal government and its enterprises required.
• Advanced understanding of governmental accounting, grant compliance, and audit requirements required.
• 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.
• Proficiency in accounting software, specifically, Intaact, Abila MIP, Netsuite, Bill.com and a demonstrated ability to embrace new technologies.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate insights clearly to stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Benefits

• 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans).
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as 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.
• Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D.

Company Description

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 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 [email protected].

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.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being.