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German Speaking Bookkeeper/AccountantWe are seeking a German speaking Bookkeeper/Accountant for our Business Processing Outsourcing Department in our Atlanta office. This position requires a positive, self-motivated individual with superior organizational skills, ability to work within deadlines and execute multiple tasks simultaneously to ensure a high level of professional standards.What you will do:Provide consultation to the client and its parent company on their accounting, business administration and taxation needsTake over responsibility for clients assigned to youPreparation of financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual)Preparation of various sales and use tax returns as well as personal property tax returns and other various formsPayroll processingAssure timely completion and communication of project status internallyTake ownership of the engagement, anticipating the issues and developing a plan to complete the engagement within budgetResearch technical issues and discuss with Manager/Partner for further guidancePerforms other related duties as requiredWhat you need to bring:Associates Degree in Accounting or higher, alternatively: German Steuerfachangestellte(r)1-2+ years Accounting, preferably public accounting, which includes preparing financial statements and communicating with clientsGerman language skills are requiredExperience using QuickBooks accounting software is requiredBasic knowledge of US tax systemAble to work in a fast-paced high pressure environmentMust work independently within an established administrative frameworkProven expertise in MS Word and MS Outlook with a working knowledge of MS Excel, and Adobe software applicationsTeam player, willing to work with and contribute to the success of a team of personable, highly motivated professionalsDemonstrate high-level client-service orientation, ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with maximum discretion and understanding of clients needsAbility to understand challenges facing partners and staff members and be able to manage/reschedule priorities effectivelySuperior organization skills – ability to come up with processes and competently follow throughDetail-orientedAbility to exercise good judgment/decision making when necessaryAbility to anticipate problems and act accordinglyAbility to prioritize and multi-task – great time managementStrong interpersonal and oral/written/presentation communication skills requiredDesired QualificationsStrong knowledge of US-GAAP, HGB a plusAccounting software experience in Peachtree and SAP is a plusWho we serve:Foreign-owned US subsidiaries, typically from German-speaking countriesClients in various industries including manufacturing, distribution & technologyWhy 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.
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atlanta, GA, 30301, US
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