Technical Accounting Manager; Remote
Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55400, USA
Listed on 2026-03-12
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Accounting
Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Tax Accountant -
Finance & Banking
Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Tax Accountant
About Wealth Enhancement
Wealth Enhancement is an independent wealth management firm with an endless passion for enriching the lives of our clients. We continually seek to perfect our craft of personalized financial planning with our team-based Roundtable and Uni Fi processes that go far beyond the standard approach. We proudly provide unique financial plans and investment management services to over 80,000 households from our over 140 offices - and growing - nationwide.
Since 1997, Wealth Enhancement has tirelessly raised the standard of wealth management with specialized knowledge and more attentive service that helps every client craft their future. For more information, please visit
We are hiring a Technical Accounting Manager to oversee timely financial statement preparation and work closely with accounting and cross‑functional partners to ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards. This position requires deep expertise in technical accounting, strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, and the ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders across the organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and committed to delivering precise, timely work in a fast‑paced environment.
In the spirit of pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $ - $ exclusive of benefits and incentive pay. We encourage you to apply and provide us with your compensation expectations when you do. We’re big on open conversations, so, let’s have one.
Primary Job FunctionsTechnical Accounting
- Monitor and report on technical accounting issues and developments, including researching and reviewing the impact of new accounting guidance.
- Work proactively with external auditors and consultants to drive timely closure of technical accounting matters.
- Prepare technical accounting memos, white papers, and related materials to support the company's reporting position.
- Participate in the review, analysis, and documentation of complex transactions, including business combinations, investments, debt, derivatives, etc.
- Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards and the development of new accounting processes.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and other applicable financial reporting standards.
- Test goodwill and other assets for impairment.
- Support ongoing review of significant contracts that involve significant judgments/estimates by management.
- Update process documentation as we continue to expand and improve our processes.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with applicable accounting standards.
- Prepare technical accounting training materials and conduct technical accounting training for staff.
- Advise on general ledger structure and coordinate with finance team to ensure accurate consolidation of financial statements for management and external reporting.
- Develop and maintain effective internal controls.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with external auditors.
- Communicate issues/concerns in a timely manner as to encourage a quick resolve for all parties.
- Assist with agile projects, testing, planning, etc. as needed.
- Initiate process improvements that will help improve efficiencies./li>
- Assist with internal audit testing and documentation as needed.
- BS degree in Accounting with CPA license required.
- Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in a technical accounting role with prior Big 4 public accounting/audit experience highly preferred.
- Strong technical accounting background with a thorough knowledge of US GAAP, SOX 404 and SEC reporting standards, as well as experience with technical research.
- Inter-personal and communication skills working with people at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and take full ownership of the tasks assigned.
- Superior attention to detail, accuracy, and diligence in completing tasks.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills is required.
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well‑being, professional…
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