Manager, Accounting Advisory - Behavioral Health Industry

Wipfli•Naperville, IL

5d•Remote

About The Position

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. Join a team dedicated to supporting organizations that strengthen the health and well-being of individuals and communities. In this role, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to behavioral health providers, helping them navigate complex financial, operational, reimbursement, and compliance challenges while advancing their mission. This is an opportunity to combine your accounting and leadership experience with meaningful work that directly supports organizations delivering critical mental health, substance use, and community-based services. This role can be worked 100% remote anywhere in the US.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
4-6 years of experience in public or private accounting.
Experience serving healthcare, behavioral health, nonprofit, or community-based organizations required.
Understanding of healthcare revenue cycle processes, including claims, gross revenue, contractual adjustments, fee-for-service reimbursement, and per-member-per-month (PMPM)/capitation models.
Experience with state and federal funding compliance and program reporting.
3+ years managing associates and/or teams.
Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis.
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including revenue cycle, operations, program leadership, and executive leadership.
Strong relationship-building skills with a client-first mindset.
Strong planning, prioritization, organizational, and project management skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Proficiency in accounting software including Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Bill.com, and a demonstrated ability to embrace new technologies.
Demonstrated ability to influence others, promote collaboration, and develop team members.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification (CPA, CMA, or similar) preferred.
Cost allocation and Single Audit experience preferred.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) experience preferred.

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.