Senior Associate (Audit & Tax)

Senior Associate (Audit & Tax)

RDL is seeking a Senior Associate (Audit & Tax) to join our international public accounting firm in our Detroit office. You will work with a select team providing auditing and tax compliance services to predominately manufacturing and distribution clients. The right candidate will be able to manage projects, multitask, and communicate effectively both verbally and written. For one to succeed in this role, you must be organized, proactive, and results driven.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise audit engagements in a variety of industries concentrating on manufacturing and distribution
• Develop and execute audit programs by documenting objectives, identifying risks, evaluating controls, and designing test procedures associated with the audit scope
• Perform technical accounting research on a variety of accounting topics
• Prepare and review Federal and state corporate, partnership, and individual tax returns
• Assist with the preparation and review of income tax provisions for corporate taxpayers under ASC 740
• Perform a variety of tax consulting projects, such as permanent establishment analyses and nexus studies
• Stay up to date with changes in tax laws and regulations, including performance of in-depth tax research
• Act as a point of contact for clients, answering ad-hoc tax-related inquiries, handling notices, and addressing client requests
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of work while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality
• Provide timely and high-quality services and deliverables that exceed client expectations
• Maintain active communication to manage expectations and ensure client satisfaction
• Effectively delegate and oversee the work efforts by setting goals, providing resources and removing obstacles
• Provide timely training, coaching, and performance feedback to staff associates
• Team with partners and senior managers on proposals and business development opportunities

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3 years of professional experience, preferably in public accounting
• 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 multi-task
• Positive team player attitude

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience working on both audit and tax engagements
• CPA license or similar certification is preferred, but not required
• German writing and communication skills are an advantage, but not required
• Experience in the manufacturing and distribution industry
• ProSystem fx Engagement experience
• CCH Axcess experience

Benefits: We understand that talented individuals are drawn to companies that offer comprehensive benefits packages. Therefore, we provide a robust Benefits Plan that includes:

• 401K plan (with 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 arrangements
• Generous paid time off 25 days for all full-time employees!
• Paid holiday
• 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 RDL?

• 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 RDL USA unique? Unlike firms that may hint at an international work environment, RDL USA offers a truly global workplace. Every day, RDL 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.