Bilingual (German/English) Bookkeeper / Accountant

Job TitleBilingual (German/English) Bookkeeper/AccountantJob DescriptionWe 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 packagesPrepare sales and use tax returnsProcess payroll through online systems of payroll companies (e.g. ADP, Paychex, etc.)Assure timely completion and communication of project status internallyResearch technical issues and discuss with the Manager/Partner for further guidanceConsult with clients and its foreign parent company on their accounting, payroll, and business administration needs in the United StatesPerform other related duties as requiredWhat you need to bring:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or higherNative or fluent proficiency in the German languageStrong interpersonal and oral/written/presentation communication skills requiredMinimum 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 basisExperience using at least two of the following: QuickBooks, SAGE, Navision (Microsoft Dynamics), ProAlpha, Datev, SAPProven expertise in MS Excel and MS Outlook with a working knowledge of MS Word, and Adobe software applicationsAbility to prioritize and multi-task – strong time management skillsAbility to be a team player and to understand challenges facing partners and staff members and able to manage/reschedule priorities effectivelyWho we serve:Foreign-owned US subsidiaries, typically from German-speaking countriesClients in various industries including manufacturing, distribution & technologyBenefits:401K plan (with 5% salary paid employer contributions)Medical coveragePaid Dental coverageEmployee and Dependent life insuranceDisability insuranceVision insuranceAccidental death & dismemberment insuranceFlexible spending accountsPaid Day of Service annuallyFlexible work arrangementsGenerous paid time off – 25 days for all full-time employees!Paid holidaysAdditional paid holiday following 4/15 deadlinePaid parking/public transportation reimbursementMobile phone reimbursementTuition reimbursement & trainingPaid time off on days sitting for CPA ExamMonetary bonus for passing the US CPA examWhy RÖDL?We keep our employees current by supplying cutting-edge technology and access to learning opportunitiesWe invest in the growth of our team members through regular feedback sessionsWe recharge as a team by celebrating deadlines and gathering at organized firm eventsWe applaud the achievement of both career and personal milestones for individual team members on a firm-wide basisWhat 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.