Bilingual (German/English) Bookkeeper / Accountant

Description

We are seeking a  Bilingual (German/English) Bookkeeper/Accountant  for our international public accounting firm, RÖDL, in our Greenville, SC and Charlotte, NC office . The role will support our Business Processing Outsourcing (BPO) Department. We are looking for the right individual with good organizational skills, ability to work within deadlines, and to execute multiple tasks simultaneously to ensure a high level of professional standards. German language skills are required.

What you will do:

• Accounting for all business transactions (Cash, A/R, A/P, general journal entries, etc.)
• Prepare financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual) and reporting packages
• Prepare sales and use tax returns
• Process payroll through online systems of payroll companies (e.g. ADP, Paychex, etc.)
• Assure timely completion and communication of project status internally
• Research technical issues and discuss with the Manager/Partner for further guidance
• Consult with clients and its foreign parent company on their accounting, payroll, and business administration needs in the United States
• Perform other related duties as required

What you need to bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or higher
• Native or fluent proficiency in the German language
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written/presentation communication skills required
• Minimum of 1+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting environment, which includes preparing financial statements and communicating with clients on a daily basis
• Experience using at least two of the following: QuickBooks, SAGE, Navision (Microsoft Dynamics), ProAlpha, Datev, SAP
• Proven expertise in MS Excel and MS Outlook with a working knowledge of MS Word, and Adobe software applications
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task – strong time management skills
• Ability to be a team player and to understand challenges facing partners and staff members and able to manage/reschedule priorities effectively

  Who we serve:

• Foreign-owned US subsidiaries, typically from German-speaking countries
• Clients in various industries including manufacturing, distribution & technology

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 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

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.

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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.

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