Tax & Audit Associate - Real Estate

roedl; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid Day of Service

Paid time off 25 days

Paid holidays

Transportation reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

CPA exam bonus

Job summary

RÖDL USA in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Real Estate Tax and Audit Associate to join our team on-site starting January 2027. The role focuses on international tax work and external audit in real estate, with opportunities for professional growth.

You will prepare federal and state returns, support deadlines, perform tax research, and participate in real estate audit engagements, while maintaining clear communications with seniors and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 0–1+ years in Federal/State tax or external audit.
• Experience with partnership and individual tax returns.
• CPA license or candidate preferred.
• Experience in real estate taxation or audits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Federal and state, primarily partnership and individual tax returns.
• Support senior team members to ensure deadlines are met.
• Perform tax research on Federal and state topics.
• Conduct real estate audit engagements and prepare workpapers.
• Communicate with seniors and clients in a timely, professional manner.
• Maintain priorities and provide status updates to the team.

Skills

Tax prep & returns

Audit support

Public accounting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multitasking

CPA candidate

Education

BA/BS in Accounting

Masters in Taxation

Tools

ProSystem fx Engagement

CCH Axcess

Job description

Are you looking for a firm that is committed to your professional growth and success from the start? Do you have an interest in international tax work and external audit in the real estate area? We are currently seeking a full-time Real Estate Tax and Audit Associate to join our team in our Atlanta, GA office!

Workplace and Start Date

This position will be on-site in our Atlanta office with a start date of January 2027.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Federal and state, primarily partnership and individual non-resident income tax returns
• Support senior team members to ensure compliance with tax deadlines
• Perform technical tax research on a variety of Federal and state tax topics
• Perform audit engagements with a concentration on real estate
• Prepare clear, concise workpapers and other communications
• Conduct technical accounting research on a variety of accounting topics
• Participate in staff trainings and stay up-to-date with new audit regulations and tax laws
• Maintain active communication with senior team members and clients in a professional and timely manner
• Manage priorities and provide timely status updates to the team regularly

Desired Skills & Experience

• 0-1+ years of professional Federal and state income tax or external audit experience, including experience in public accounting
• Experience in preparing partnership and individual tax returns
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills in English
• Process-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to multitask
• CPA license or working toward a similar certification preferred
• Experience in taxation or audits of real estate investments and related projects
• ProSystem fx Engagement and CCH Axcess experience

Benefits

• 401k plan (up to 5% salary paid employer contributions)
• Medical coverage
• Paid Dental coverage
• Employee and Dependent life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vision insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid Day of Service annually
• Flexible work arrangementsGenerous paid time off –25 days for all full-time employees!
• Paid holidays
• Additional paid holiday following 4/15 deadline
• Paid parking/public transportation reimbursement
• Mobile phone reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement & training
• Paid time off on days sitting for CPA Exam
• Monetary bonus for passing the US CPA exam

Why RÖDL?

• We keep our employees current by supplying cutting-edge technology and access to learning opportunities
• We invest in the growth of our team members through regular feedback sessions
• We recharge as a team by celebrating deadlines and gathering at organized firm events
• We applaud the achievement of both career and personal milestones for individual team members on a firm-wide basis

What makes the culture at RÖDL USA unique?

Unlike firms that may hint at an international work environment, RÖDL USA offers a truly global workplace. Every day, RÖDL employees are immersed in a diverse intercultural setting where it's common to hear colleagues or clients speaking different languages, sharing cultural traditions from their home countries, or explaining unique perspectives. Whether a team member is from the US or abroad, this inclusive culture supports the global vision established at our worldwide headquarters in Nuremberg, Germany, and drives the Firm’s success in the international marketplace.

Get to Know RÖDL

Our focus on the accounting, assurance, and tax needs of foreign, family-owned midsized ("Mittelstand") businesses operating in the U.S. carries forward from our two founding firms. Rödl & Partner (founded in 1977 in Nuremberg, Germany) and Langford de Kock & Co. (founded in 1976 in Atlanta, GA) and their merger in 2001.

As the preferred accounting, auditing, tax and business consulting professional services firm of German- speaking and other international entities, you will benefit from the extensive experience of our U.S. certified public accountants, as well as our bilingual staff of professionals, many of whom also carry international certifications (StB, WP, Dottori Commercialisti, CA).

At RÖDL, our integrated approach to client success revolves around collaboration. We prioritize internal synergy, ensuring seamless integration across departments to guarantee holistic client support. Additionally, our thorough oversight involves equipping managers and seniors with the necessary tools for effective performance and deadline adherence. These principles underscore our commitment to excellence in client service.

Rödl Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.