Bilingual; German​/English Bookkeeper​/Accountant

Overview

We are seeking a German speaking
Bookkeeper/ Accountant for our Business Processing Outsourcing Department in our Houston, TX office. We are looking for the right individual with strong organizational skills, the ability to work within deadlines, and to execute multiple tasks simultaneously to ensure a high level of professional standards.

The primary location for this position is Houston, TX (on-site if local). The team is also open to candidates who are available for on-site work at our Birmingham, AL or Denver, CO offices to assist the Houston team remotely.

• This position requires a positive, self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills, the ability to work within deadlines, and to manage multiple tasks simultaneously to maintain a high level of professional standards.
• Provide consultation to the client and its parent company on accounting, business administration, and taxation needs.
• Take ownership of the client engagements assigned, anticipate issues, and develop a plan to complete the engagement within budget.
• Prepare financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual).
• Prepare various sales and use tax returns, personal property tax returns, and other forms.
• Payroll processing.
• Assure timely completion and communication of project status internally.
• Research technical issues and discuss with Manager/Partner for further guidance.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• German language skills are required (native or fully professional proficiency).
• Associate's Degree in Accounting or higher, or German Steuerfachangestellte(r).
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant accounting experience including preparing financial statements and communicating with clients.

• Experience using Quick Books Desktop and Quick Books Online accounting software.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SAP is a plus.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and independently within an established administrative framework.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP; knowledge of HGB is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of the US tax system.
• Team player, willing to work with and contribute to the success of a team of personable, highly motivated professionals.
• Demonstrate high-level client-service orientation, ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with discretion, and understanding of clients’ needs.
• Ability to understand challenges facing partners and staff, and to manage/reschedule priorities effectively.
• Superior organization skills – ability to develop processes and follow through.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401K plan (with up to 5% 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 the 4/15 deadline
• Paid parking/public transportation reimbursement
• Mobile phone reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement & training
• Paid time off for CPA Exam
• Monetary bonus for passing the US CPA exam

• 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 recognize and celebrate career and personal milestones for individual team members on a firm-wide basis.

PAY RANGE IN DENVER METROPOLITAN AREA (if applicable)
Base Pay Range: $65,000-$80,000/yr
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

What makes the culture at RÖDL USA unique?

RÖDL USA offers a truly global workplace where employees are immersed in a diverse intercultural setting with colleagues or clients speaking different languages and sharing various cultural perspectives. Our inclusive culture supports the global vision established at our worldwide headquarters in Nuremberg, Germany, and drives the Firm’s success in the…