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Technical Accounting ManagerWipfli • Milwaukee, WI, US
Technical Accounting Manager

Technical Accounting Manager

Wipfli • Milwaukee, WI, US
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Overview

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.

Job Summary :

The Manager, Technical Accounting oversees complex accounting matters, ensures strict adherence to U.S. GAAP across the organization, and leads the technical accounting team to support accurate and compliant financial reporting. This role serves as a strategic partner to senior leadership, auditors, and cross-functional stakeholders in navigating accounting complexities, driving policy implementation, and reinforcing a strong internal control environment.

Work Location Flexibility :

This hybrid position has an opportunity to be 100% remote within the United States. We value flexibility and are committed to supporting a work environment that enables you to thrive, whether on-site or virtually.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

Technical Accounting Leadership & Guidance

  • Lead the evaluation, interpretation, and implementation of new GAAP accounting standards.
  • Provide authoritative guidance on the financial impact of accounting developments and complex transactions.
  • Review and approve technical memos, position papers, and accounting policies prepared by team members.
  • Advise on acquisition-related accounting treatments, including goodwill, purchase price allocation, and consolidation.

Financial Reporting Oversight

  • Oversee the preparation and accuracy of U.S. GAAP-compliant financial statements and disclosures.
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual close processes and preparation of quarterly lender and regulatory reporting.
  • Review and approve complex journal entries and reconciliations prepared by the accounting team.
  • Supervise financial reporting related to acquisitions, including ROI analysis and integration of acquired entities.

    • Complex Transactions

  • Direct the accounting treatment for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, leases, revenue recognition, partner retirement benefits, and other non-routine transactions.
  • Partner with legal, finance, and executive leadership to ensure appropriate structuring, documentation, and accounting.

    • Merger & Acquisition Integration

  • Lead technical accounting support for M&A due diligence, transaction structuring, and post-merger integration.
  • Align accounting policies, chart of accounts, reporting templates, and disclosure practices across merging entities.
  • Act as the primary technical accounting lead in collaboration with auditors and advisory teams.

    • Internal Controls & Compliance

  • Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Coordinate audit processes, resolve technical inquiries, and oversee timely responses to auditor requests.
  • Establish accounting policy frameworks and ensure consistent application across the company.

    • Cross-Functional & Team Leadership

  • Manage, mentor, and develop technical accounting staff while building departmental expertise.
  • Serve as the key advisor to FP&A, tax, treasury, legal, M&A, and other departments on technical accounting matters.
  • Partner with executive leadership to provide strategic accounting insights that impact business decisions.

    • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Skills & Qualifications

  • CPA certification required.
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and / or technical accounting advisory.
  • Proven leadership and prior management experience in a technical accounting or financial reporting role.
  • Expert knowledge of U.S. GAAP reporting requirements (if applicable).
  • Strong analytical, strategic thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Experience with Workday or other large ERP systems preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and complex transactions highly valued.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive transformation and streamline processes.

    • Tiffany Farnsworth, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her page to connect!

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