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Senior Manager, Accounting Advisory - Nonprofit Industry Clients

Wipfli
Naperville, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Jun 2026
💰 $203,000/yr($151,000/yr$203,000/yr)

About the role

Referral Details

We greatly appreciate your referral, and we look forward to reviewing the qualifications of the candidate you've recommended. Here's a brief overview of the process: After you've completed this referral form, your recommended candidate will be directed to apply for the specific role through our website. This step is crucial for Wipfli to remain compliant with federal laws and to ensure a fair and transparent selection process. Once their application is received, our Talent Acquisition team will evaluate their qualifications, including how well they align with the requirements of the role and the broader needs of our organization. Your referred candidate will remain in our candidate database for future opportunities, offering them additional chances to become part of our team. As the referrer, your role in the recruitment process is to bring potential talent to our attention. We ask that you refrain from discussing updates on the candidate's status, out of respect for their personal consideration. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide you with a final update once the candidate has been informed of their application status. Throughout this process, we may reach out to you with questions or additional information to ensure a seamless and effective referral experience. Thank you for your invaluable contribution to our recruitment efforts, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and support throughout this process.

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Responsibilities

Responsibilities:    - Lead client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, delivering strategic financial insights and operational guidance.  - Drive change management initiatives to modernize service delivery through technology, standardized processes, and best practices.  - Build and maintain trusted relationships with client executives by understanding their business goals and delivering tailored solutions.  - Oversee multiple client teams, ensuring timely and accurate completion of accounting engagements.  - Analyze financial performance, including KPIs, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and cash flow.  - Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., revenue cycle, payroll, cost reporting) to deliver integrated client solutions.  - Develop client budgets and forecasts, offering consultative support on financial planning and strategy.  - Mentor and develop staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  Qualifications:    - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree a plus.  - CPA designation preferred.  - Minimum 8 years of relevant Public Accounting or industry accounting experience.  - Proven success leading teams through organizational change and process improvement.  - Strong project management and relationship-building skills, with a client-first mindset.  - Experience managing remote teams and promoting collaboration across geographies.  - Preferred proficiency in accounting software, e.g., QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, and a demonstrated ability to embrace new technologies.  - Ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate insights clearly to stakeholders.  - Ability to travel up to 10%    Christine Villicana from Wipfli’s recruiting team will be guiding you through this process.  Visit her LinkedIn Page to connect!    #LI-REMOTE #LI-CV1 

Additional Details

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 hr@wipfli.com     Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $151,000 to $203,000 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

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