Audit Manager, Manufacturing Industry

Wipfli Advisory LLC•Minneapolis, MN

27d•$110,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wipfli is hiring an Audit Manager to serve manufacturing industry clients. The role leads audit, review, and compilation engagements and teams, supporting manufacturers with financial clarity, regulatory compliance, operational performance, and innovation. The Audit Manager works with senior leaders, directors, and partners on risk assessment, audit procedures, and reporting; oversees engagements from staffing and planning through fieldwork, financial reporting, and conclusions; and advises clients on complex accounting matters, GAAP compliance, and FASB Accounting Standard Updates. The position also contributes to firm training, community engagement, networking, and business development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
CPA license.
Five years of experience, preferably in public accounting.
Supervisory experience.
Ability to travel to client sites.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Manage audit, review, and compilation engagements and multiple teams; provide performance feedback to team members at the conclusion of engagements.
Partner with Senior Managers, Directors, and Partners on risk assessment, audit procedures, and reporting.
Oversee daily audit engagement operations, including staffing, planning, budgeting, risk assessment, fieldwork, financial reporting, and conclusions.
Research and communicate guidance on complex accounting matters and transactions.
Assist clients with GAAP compliance and adoption of FASB Accounting Standard Updates; address concerns, resolve problems, and communicate proactively and promptly.
Serve as an instructor in firm and department training programs and meetings.
Participate in and provide leadership in community, networking, and business development activities.

Benefits

Eight health plan options, including HMO and PPO plans.
Dental and vision coverage.
HSA enrollment with potential firm contribution.
Employee Assistance Program.
Firm-sponsored basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) savings plan and profit sharing, with firm matching contribution.
Well-being incentive.
Education and certification assistance.
Flexible time off.
Family care leave and parental leave.
Family formation benefits.
Cell phone reimbursement.
Travel rewards.
Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal coverage, long-term care insurance, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D coverage.
Potential annual discretionary bonus.