Tax Manager - Manufacturing

Wipfli Advisory LLC • Fitchburg, WI

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About The Position

At Wipfli, people are core to the firm’s work and its ability to create impact and results. The firm emphasizes flexibility, relationships, and supporting individuals in finding their own professional path.

The Tax Manager manages and coordinates tax compliance and advisory work for clients, with a focus on manufacturing and retail distribution. The role reviews federal and multistate partnership tax returns, handles client tax matters, conducts technical research, and supports delivery and development of client services. It also involves managing and developing staff, contributing to business development, and building industry-specific expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA certification in the state where the candidate practices.
• At least 5 years of job-related experience.
• Manufacturing and retail distribution experience.
• Prior accounting and/or tax experience.
• Subject matter leadership in similar accounting and/or tax services.
• Management and/or mentoring experience with staff.
• Experience making recommendations to management.

Nice To Haves

• Prior public accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate tax compliance and advisory work for clients.
• Review federal and multistate partnership tax returns.
• Lead day-to-day client relationships on tax matters, supporting partners with service execution and development of extended services.
• Research and consult on technical matters and special projects.
• Build client relationships and communicate effectively to provide superior client service.
• Participate in business development, collaborating with partners and marketing professionals to target prospects and build relationships.
• Manage, train, and develop staff; participate in performance reviews.
• Build technical competency and industry-specific expertise through continuing professional education, firm and industry group events, and webinars.
• Review tax-related information, including tax provisions, depreciation schedules, and property tax returns.
• Lead multidisciplinary client service teams for account planning.
• Prepare and review client correspondence, including letters and emails.
• Participate in firm-sponsored events for industry-specific and regional clients and prospects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager