Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Franchise Industry

Overview

Manage remote accounting team, advise franchise clients, ensure accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• accounting software
• financial reporting
• team management
• process improvement
• client liaison
• onboarding

Tasks

-Mentor and train direct reports to support professional growth -Coordinate onboarding and integration into Wipfli’s accounting platform, including initial financial review and client meetings -Review management reports and key performance indicators -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 -Provide technical accounting assistance to clients and internal team -Advise clients on process improvements and internal controls within their accounting departments -Oversee U.S. and international client accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate deliverables -Research and share best practices relevant to each client’s business concerns -Serve as the direct point of contact and partner with clients to maintain and foster relationships within the franchise industry -Ensure accuracy of financial reporting for clients and internal teams -Learn and operate applicable technology, including various accounting software platforms -Prepare financial data for loan covenants, if applicable

Requirements

• business central
• intacct
• netsuite
• cpa
• bachelor's
• cost accounting

What You Bring

-Experience in the franchise or retail industries preferred but not required -Ability to quickly embrace, adapt and learn new technology -Proven ability to manage relationships -Previous public accounting experience preferred, e.g. audit, outsourced accounting -Experience with Microsoft Business Central, Intacct and/or NetSuite preferred but not required -Previous experience with cost accounting, inventory valuation reporting and financial forecasting preferred -Bachelor’s degree in business (with accounting courses taken) accounting or finance required -Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience -Ability to travel annually 5-10% that includes, client visits, team meetings and conferences -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

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About Wipfli

-Focus on driving growth and efficiency in healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing. -Consultants and advisors provide tailored solutions with deep industry knowledge. -Notable for its ability to help organizations with complex financial reporting, compliance, and operational challenges. -Consistently recognized for high-quality results and long-term client relationships. -Optimize strategies, technology, and people for sustainable success.

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