Senior Accountant, Outsourced Accounting - Real Estate Industry Clients

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, focus on relationships, and 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.

• Manage day‑to‑day financial reporting accuracy for assigned clients.
• Assist with complex general ledgers, identifying missing transactions and trends to ensure overall accuracy.
• Guide the review and approval of account classifications.
• Review balance sheets for accuracy and facilitate follow‑up.
• Coordinate project tasks to ensure efficient client workflow.
• Prepare and/or review the initial draft of monthly reporting packages, including KPIs/metrics.
• Prepare and finalize month‑end close.
• Maintain and update the client procedure manual to ensure appropriate process documentation.
• Prepare and/or review work papers and schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Participate in cross‑collaboration with other firm service lines, as applicable.
• Assist in estimating and managing work assignments of accountants to meet client needs and budget constraints.
• Assist in the development of best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Minimum five years of accounting experience, with a focus on financial reporting and general ledger management.
• Experience in the commercial real estate industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and month‑end close processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to project‑manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate’s unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $76,000–$114,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business‑related factors such as 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 performance.

Estella Anderson from our recruiting team will guide you through this process. Visit her Linked In page () to connect.

Benefits include:

• 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Opportunity to enroll in an HSA with potential firm contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Firm‑sponsored basic life and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) savings plan and profit share with firm matching contribution
• Well‑being incentive
• Education and certification assistance
• Flexible time off
• Family care leave, parental leave, and family formation benefits
• Cell phone reimbursement
  
  Travel rewards
• Voluntary benefit offerings including critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal coverage, long‑term care, pet insurance,  protection, and supplemental life/AD&D
• Eligibility for all benefits programs depends on annual hours expectation, position status/level, and location.