[Remote] M&A Accounting & Integration Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Wipfli is a firm that values its people and offers a career-defining opportunity. The M&A Accounting & Integration Manager will support the organization’s post-acquisition finance transformation and accounting integrity through ongoing 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 with transaction-related accounting at a private equity-backed company preferred
• 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)

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.
• 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

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