Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Franchise Industry

Wipfli LLP•Minneapolis, MN

78d•$99,000 - $148,000•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. This job can be worked remotely anywhere in the US

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business (with accounting courses taken) accounting or finance required
5+ years of advanced, hands-on full cycle accounting experience including financial statement preparation for multiple entities
Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
Ability to quickly embrace, adapt and learn new technology
Proven ability to manage relationships
Ability to travel annually 5-10% that includes, client visits, team meetings and conferences

Nice To Haves

Professional certification (e.g.,CPA, CMA, MBA) preferred but not required
Previous experience with cost accounting, inventory valuation reporting and financial forecasting preferred
Experience in the franchise or retail industries preferred but not required
Previous public accounting experience preferred, e.g. audit, outsourced accounting
Experience with Microsoft Business Central, Intacct and/or NetSuite preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Manage a remote accounting team, including scope of work, job time budgets, and job profitability as an Outsourced Franchise Client Controller
Provide general advisory services to clients through scheduled remote meetings, focusing on interpretation and use of financial statements
Serve as the direct point of contact and partner with clients to maintain and foster relationships within the franchise industry
Research and share best practices relevant to each client's business concerns
Oversee U.S. and international client accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate deliverables
Ensure accuracy of financial reporting for clients and internal teams
Coordinate onboarding and integration into Wipfli's accounting platform, including initial financial review and client meetings
Provide technical accounting assistance to clients and internal team
Advise clients on process improvements and internal controls within their accounting departments
Review management reports and key performance indicators
Prepare financial data for loan covenants, if applicable
Mentor and train direct reports to support professional growth
Learn and operate applicable technology, including various accounting software platforms

Benefits

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences.
The estimated base pay range for this role is $99,000 to $148,000 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.
Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program.
Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 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, and 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.
Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location.
Wipfli offers flexibility for many positions to be performed remotely; please discuss your work preferences with your recruiter during the interview process.