Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer

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 address 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
• Bachelor's or Master's 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