Job Title: Bilingual (German/English) Austrian Audit Manager / Business Developer

Location: Greenville, SC (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
Salary Range: $90,000 $150,000 per year
Vendor fee-3%

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Bilingual (German/English) Austrian Audit Manager / Business Developer to join our dynamic and fast-growing firm. This role is designed for an Austrian Certified Public Accountant (Wirtschaftspr fer) who is eager to take on a leadership position within our Austrian Business Development Team while managing complex audit engagements for international clients.

The position focuses on serving foreign-owned, primarily German-speaking middle-market companies operating in the United States, providing tailored audit, accounting, tax, and advisory solutions.

• Lead and manage audit and review engagements for annual financial statements in accordance with:

  • U.S. GAAP

  • Austrian GAAP (UGB)

  • IFRS

• Serve as the primary client contact for internationally oriented middle-market clients

• Independently plan, organize, and oversee audit teams, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance

• Collaborate with tax and advisory professionals on interdisciplinary client projects

• Actively contribute to the growth of the Austrian client base in the U.S.

• Participate in networking events, seminars, and client presentations

• Build long-term relationships with Austrian and German-speaking businesses operating in the U.S.

• Identify opportunities for expanded services and cross-border advisory support

• Mentor and lead a team of audit professionals

• Demonstrate strong organizational and leadership capabilities

• Work closely with internal teams across audit, tax, and consulting functions

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field

• Successfully completed the Austrian Certified Public Accountant (Wirtschaftspr fer) exam

• 5 10+ years of hands-on audit experience

• Strong technical knowledge of:

  • Austrian GAAP (UGB)

  • IFRS

  • U.S. GAAP

• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

• Strong client-focused mindset with excellent communication skills

• Proven ability to structure, organize, and lead professional teams

• Confident, analytical, and collaborative working style

• Opportunity to act as a trusted advisor to international and Austrian clients in the U.S.

• Direct involvement in business development initiatives

• Exposure to diverse, complex, and international audit projects

• Independent leadership responsibilities with strong internal support

• Unlimited professional training resources

• Support to pass the U.S. CPA Exam, including:

  • Paid exam time

  • Monetary bonus upon passing

• Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance for qualified candidates

• 401(k) plan with 5% employer contribution

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

• 25 days of paid time off for full-time employees

• Paid holidays plus an additional post-4/15 holiday

• Paid Day of Service annually

• Flexible work arrangements

• Paid parking or public transportation reimbursement

• Mobile phone reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional training

• Paid time off for CPA exam days