Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Wipfli is a company that values its people and offers a career-defining opportunity. The MandA Accounting and Integration Manager will support post-acquisition finance transformation and accounting integrity through GAAP compliance, serving as a trusted advisor for newly acquired companies and leading the integration of finance functions.
Responsibilities
- Support integration of acquired entities by aligning accounting policies, chart of accounts mapping, revenue recognition practices, reporting structures with GAAP and company standards and internal control frameworks
- Partner with IT and Finance systems teams to support ERP migration planning, data mapping, testing and cutover
- Ensure accurate mapping of financial master data, historical data conversion, and integration with consolidation tools
- Lead technical accounting support for M&A due diligence, transaction structuring, and post-close activities and integration
- Partner with Finance, Tax, and M&A teams to support purchase accounting, integration timelines, and ongoing compliance needs
- Assist with post-acquisition financial reporting and ongoing maintenance activities
- 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 along with the other Accounting Managers
- Assist in reviewing accounting treatments for complex and non-routine transactions
- Establish accounting policy frameworks and ensure consistent application across the company
- Support preparation and review of GAAP-compliant financial statements and related disclosures for acquisitions
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, particularly for the acquired entities
- Partner with Finance leadership to support accurate and timely reporting and analysis in support of acquired entities
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
- CPA certification desired
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including exposure to technical accounting, financial reporting, and M&A-related activities
- Experience supporting GAAP compliance and financial reporting in a growing or acquisition-oriented environment
- Ability to interpret and apply accounting guidance in a practical, business-oriented way
- Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills
- Proven ability to lead
- Experience with ERP systems (Workday preferred)
- Experience with transaction-related accounting at a private equity-backed company preferred
Benefits
- 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.
- 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans)
- Dental and vision coverage
- Opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- 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
- 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.
Company Overview
Wipfli LLP is one of the top 20 accounting and consulting firms. It was founded in 1930, and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.wipfli.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Wipfli has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 5 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 5 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 7 in 2021, 6 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.