What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swiss Certified Public Accountant (Wirtschaftsprüfer) position at Rödl & Partner?
Due to our continued growth, we have a Swiss Certified Public Accountant (Wirtschaftsprüfer) position available in our Chicago office for an individual who wants to be part of a fast-growing, dynamic firm. This role would require working in our Zurich office for a year before relocating to Chicago, IL. This role will require heavy involvement with our Swiss business development activities.
We have specifically tailored our accounting, auditing, tax, and business consulting services to the unique needs of foreign-owned businesses in the United States. For more than 40 years our core practice has been serving the accounting and tax needs of primarily German-speaking and other foreign-owned companies operating in the U.S. Our headquarters is located in Atlanta, GA. We have other offices in Birmingham, AL, Charlotte, NC, Detroit, MI, Greenville, SC, Denver, CO, Houston, TX, and Manhattan, NY.
We have specifically tailored our accounting, auditing, tax, and business consulting services to the unique needs of foreign-owned businesses in the United States. For more than 40 years our core practice has been serving the accounting and tax needs of primarily German-speaking and other foreign-owned companies operating in the U.S. Our headquarters is located in Atlanta, GA. We have other offices in Birmingham, AL, Charlotte, NC, Detroit, MI, Greenville, SC, Denver, CO, Houston, TX, and Manhattan, NY.
The primary hiring team is out of our Chicago office, but qualified candidates will be considered in our other U.S. office locations.
YOUR SKILLS:
- Successfully completed a degree in business management, economics or similar field of study
- You finalized the Swiss audit consultant exam (Wirtschaftsprüfer)
- At least 5-10 years of practical work experience in audit
- Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally
- Open-minded and interested in activities such as networking, presenting of seminars etc.
- Exceptional English speaking and writing skills
- Fluent in German
- Team player, being able to structure, organize, and lead a team of professionals
- Sound knowledge of SWISS GAAP (Obligationenrecht) and international accounting (IFRS/ US GAAP)
- Client-oriented thinking and excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate confidence, factual reasoning and work well with others
OUR OFFER:
- You act as the first contact for our internationally oriented middle market client base
- Business Development opportunities to expand our Swiss client base
- Work closely with Swiss clients doing business in the USA on a variety of interesting projects
- Involved with the audit or review of annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, SWISS GAAP, and IFRS under international accounting standards
- Independent and self-directed management of audit teams
- Interdisciplinary cooperation with tax consultants
- Opportunities to advise our clients independently in the design and implementation of international transactions
- Unlimited training resources to continue building your knowledge
- Support to pass the US CPA Exam
As a benefit, Rödl & Partner USA will pay for visa processing & relocation expenses for qualified candidates.
Why Rödl & Partner?
- 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 & Partner USA unique?
Unlike firms that may hint at an international work environment, Rödl & Partner USA offers a truly global workplace. Every day, R&P 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 & Partner:
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 & Partner, 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.
PAY RANGE IN CHICAGO, MANHATTAN & DENVER METROPOLITAN AREAS
Base Pay Range: $90,000-$150,000/yr
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Base Pay Range: $90,000-$150,000/yr
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Rödl Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Salary : $90,000 - $150,000
