Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Nonprofit Client Industry

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Our inclusive culture provides a space for everyone to have a voice. Our growing number of DEI resource groups celebrate diversity and champion awareness throughout Wipfli.
We're also focused on helping you achieve success with balance. From hybrid schedules and flexible time off to training programs and mental wellness initiatives, we take care of our team.
If you want to be in an environment where you can grow, feed your curiosity and make a difference, Wipfli is the place for you.
Responsibilities:

• The Outsourced Nonprofit Client Controller provides general advisory service to clients, through scheduled remote meetings regarding the interpretation and use of financial statements.
  • Direct point of contact for nonprofit client engagements.
  • Partners with nonprofit client CFO/Finance Directors to maintain and foster relationships.
  • Research and share knowledge of best practices in processes and procedures, internal controls, and areas of business concern or interest to each client.
  • Oversees client accounting team ensuring expectations are met on multiple client deliverables.
• Review and finalize accounting period closes.
  • Manage financial reporting accuracy for clients and Board of Directors.
  • Facilitate and work with auditors to complete audit requests in addition to year end close such as functional expense schedule, net asset schedule, and schedule of federal awards, if applicable.
  • Provide technical accounting assistance in accordance with GAAP and Uniform Guidance to clients and internal team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
  • CPA preferred.
  • 8+ years of advanced, hands-on full cycle accounting experience including financial statement preparation within the nonprofit industry.
  • Proven ability to build and manage relationships and work effectively within a team.
  • Previous public accounting experience preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience
  • Federal grant reporting and processing experience required.
  • Proven project management experience

Christine Villicana from Wipfli's recruiting team will be guiding you through this process. Visit her at Christine Villicana LinkedIn to connect!
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Additional Details:
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 identify, 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 $88,000 to $160,000 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.