Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer
Cincinnati, OH
Full Time
Experienced
Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer - Cincinnati, OH
Who: We seek an experienced audit manager with 5–10 years in public accounting and fluent German/English communication skills who is also motivated to expand business development activities.
What: You will manage audit engagements, lead complex procedures, support team development, and drive business development initiatives to grow the German client base.
When: This is a full-time position available for immediate hire with peak workload from January through mid-April.
Where: Based in our confidential client’s Cincinnati, OH office with moderate domestic and international travel.
Why: This role provides the opportunity to lead high-impact audit engagements, contribute to firm growth, and build international client relationships within a rapidly expanding practice.
Office Environment: You’ll work in a collaborative, internationally focused team that values leadership, initiative, professional development, and cross-functional cooperation.
Salary: Compensation is competitive and supported by a comprehensive benefits package.
Position Overview: The Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer will lead multiple audit engagements for US-inbound international clients while building and strengthening relationships to expand the firm’s German-speaking client base.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain productive, year-round relationships with client management.
- Define expectations and value for each engagement.
- Perform and review audit procedures, including complex and specialized areas.
- Plan engagement objectives and assess risk in alignment with professional standards.
- Understand client industries, monitor performance indicators, and stay current on technical and economic developments.
- Conduct business development activities aimed at expanding German-speaking client relationships.
- Support team development by encouraging independent thinking and accountability.
- Delegate effectively and deliver thorough performance feedback.
- Use technology to enhance collaboration, learning, and service delivery.
- Maintain professional education and continually expand technical skills.
- Collaborate with tax professionals and other teams across the firm.
- Identify opportunities to apply knowledge and introduce additional services.
- Build long-term internal and external networks.
- Travel moderately, primarily during busy season (January–mid-April).
Qualifications:
- 5–10 years of audit and assurance experience.
- BA/BS or Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation.
- Fluent German written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent English communication, writing, and research skills.
- Strong leadership, teamwork, and professional integrity.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
- Openness to networking, presenting seminars, and business development activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- U.S. and/or German CPA license or equivalent.
- Experience with manufacturing and distribution clients.
- ProSystem fx Engagement and CCH Axcess experience.
If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.
Who: We seek an experienced audit manager with 5–10 years in public accounting and fluent German/English communication skills who is also motivated to expand business development activities.
What: You will manage audit engagements, lead complex procedures, support team development, and drive business development initiatives to grow the German client base.
When: This is a full-time position available for immediate hire with peak workload from January through mid-April.
Where: Based in our confidential client’s Cincinnati, OH office with moderate domestic and international travel.
Why: This role provides the opportunity to lead high-impact audit engagements, contribute to firm growth, and build international client relationships within a rapidly expanding practice.
Office Environment: You’ll work in a collaborative, internationally focused team that values leadership, initiative, professional development, and cross-functional cooperation.
Salary: Compensation is competitive and supported by a comprehensive benefits package.
Position Overview: The Bilingual (German/English) Audit Manager / Business Developer will lead multiple audit engagements for US-inbound international clients while building and strengthening relationships to expand the firm’s German-speaking client base.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain productive, year-round relationships with client management.
- Define expectations and value for each engagement.
- Perform and review audit procedures, including complex and specialized areas.
- Plan engagement objectives and assess risk in alignment with professional standards.
- Understand client industries, monitor performance indicators, and stay current on technical and economic developments.
- Conduct business development activities aimed at expanding German-speaking client relationships.
- Support team development by encouraging independent thinking and accountability.
- Delegate effectively and deliver thorough performance feedback.
- Use technology to enhance collaboration, learning, and service delivery.
- Maintain professional education and continually expand technical skills.
- Collaborate with tax professionals and other teams across the firm.
- Identify opportunities to apply knowledge and introduce additional services.
- Build long-term internal and external networks.
- Travel moderately, primarily during busy season (January–mid-April).
Qualifications:
- 5–10 years of audit and assurance experience.
- BA/BS or Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation.
- Fluent German written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent English communication, writing, and research skills.
- Strong leadership, teamwork, and professional integrity.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
- Openness to networking, presenting seminars, and business development activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- U.S. and/or German CPA license or equivalent.
- Experience with manufacturing and distribution clients.
- ProSystem fx Engagement and CCH Axcess experience.
If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.
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