Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Franchise Industry

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 work remotely anywhere in the US.
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
Qualfications:
• Bachelor's degree in business (with accounting courses taken) accounting or finance required• Professional certification (e.g.,CPA, CMA, MBA) preferred but not required• 5+ years of advanced, hands-on full cycle accounting experience including financial statement preparation for multiple entities• 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• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience• Ability to quickly embrace, adapt and learn new technology• Experience with Microsoft Business Central, Intacct and/or NetSuite preferred but not required• Proven ability to manage relationships• Ability to travel annually 5-10% that includes, client visits, team meetings and conferences
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.
"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.