Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer

RÖDL USA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cutting-edge technology and learning opportunities

Regular feedback sessions for growth

Team celebrations and organized events

Recognition of career and personal milestones

Job summary

RÖDL USA is looking for a bilingual Audit Manager to join their team. This role focuses on auditing services for mainly US-Inbound international businesses. The ideal candidate should possess public accounting experience and a proactive approach to business development.

Located in Charlotte, NC, the position offers a competitive base salary between $90,000 and $150,000 depending on skills and experience. Join a company that values diversity and offers a dynamic global workplace.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of professional experience in audit and assurance services.
• Fluent German writing and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management.
• Participate in performing audit procedures for clients.
• Perform business-development activities to expand the German client base.

Skills

Bilingual (German/English)

Public accounting experience

Business development

Teamwork and leadership

Excellent research and writing skills in English

Education

BA/BS degree in Accounting or Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation

Tools

ProSystem fx Engagement

CCH Axcess

Job description

Rödl is seeking a bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager. Working with a select team, the role focuses on auditing services for predominantly US–Inbound international businesses. Candidates should have public accounting experience as an audit manager and an interest in expanding business development activities. Headquarters are in Atlanta, GA, and the firm has offices in Birmingham, AL; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Detroit, MI; Denver, CO; Greenville, SC; Houston, TX; Manhattan, NY; and candidates may also be considered in the Philadelphia, PA area. Cincinnati, OH candidates will support the VonLehman & Company & Rödl & Partner Joint Venture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year
• Establish expectations of value to be delivered
• Participate in performing audit procedures for assigned clients, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues
• Collaborate to plan engagement objectives that comply with professional standards and appropriately address risk
• Develop an understanding of the client’s industry and recognize key performance indicators, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments
• Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to the audit client
• Perform business‑development activities to expand the German client base
• Develop people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the team
• Delegate work to team members successfully
• Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback and training
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery
• Maintain professional education and continually develop skills
• Maintain cooperative relationships with other teams
• Understand the firm and its clients and actively assess and present ways to apply knowledge and services
• Develop long‑term relationships and networks both internally and externally
• Engage in interdisciplinary cooperation with tax consultants
• Busy season: January – mid‑April
• Travel is moderate, generally during the busy season

Required Qualifications

• 5‑10 years of professional experience in audit and assurance services
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation
• Fluent German writing and communication skills
• Dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Integrity within a professional environment
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills in English
• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally
• Open‑mindedness and interest in networking, presenting seminars, and related activities

Preferred Qualifications

• USA and/or German CPA license or similar certification
• Experience in the manufacturing and distribution industry
• ProSystem fx Engagement experience
• CCH Axcess experience

Benefits

• Cutting‑edge technology and access to learning opportunities
• Regular feedback sessions that support growth
• Team celebrations for deadlines and organized firm events
• Recognition of career and personal milestones on a firm‑wide basis

Salary

Base Pay Range: $90,000–$150,000 / yr (may vary based on skills, experience, and location).

Company Culture

Rödl USA offers a truly global workplace where employees are immersed in a diverse intercultural setting. The firm’s worldwide headquarters are in Nuremberg, Germany, and the culture supports a global vision that drives success in the international marketplace.

Rödl Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.