Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer

Bilingual Audit Manager / Business Developer

We are currently seeking a Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer to join our fast-growing international public accounting practice in our Chicago, IL office. You will provide auditing services to predominately US-Inbound International Businesses. Our ideal candidate has public accounting experience and knows audit & general accounting and can manage multiple engagements, as well as experience and interest in expanding business development activities.

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 addresses 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
• Business development activities to expand our 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/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/present ways to apply knowledge and services
• Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally
• Interdisciplinary cooperation with tax consultants
• Busy Season (January - mid-April)
• Travel is moderate, generally during busy season

Required Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of professional experience in audit and assurance services
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Masters 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-minded and interested in activities such as networking, presenting of seminars, etc.

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:

• 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 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
• Visa processing & relocations expenses for qualified candidates

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.

PAY RANGE IN CHICAGO, MANHATTAN & DENVER METROPOLITAN AREAS Base Pay Range: $90,000-$150,000/yr Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Rdl Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.