Accountant/Bookkeeper - Business Process Outsourcing Associate

Rödl Usa•Manhattan, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) team as an Accountant/Bookkeeper in our Manhattan, NY office. We support foreign-owned U.S. subsidiaries—primarily from German-speaking countries— with their accounting, payroll, and administrative needs in the United States. Our BPO team operates at the intersection of accounting, consulting, and client service, giving you the opportunity to work closely with both U.S. management teams and global parent companies. In this role, you will go beyond routine bookkeeping. You will be part of a collaborative team that manages end-to-end finance functions, interacts directly with clients, and contributes to delivering high-quality, timely financial information that supports business decisions. If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic, client-facing environment with multiple priorities, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a truly international setting. The position is full-time and available immediately for qualified candidates. We are open to partially remote work, after a period of in-office onboarding and training.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or higher
Strong interpersonal and oral/written/presentation communication skills required
Minimum of 2+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting environment, which included preparing financial statements and communicating with clients on a daily basis
Experience using at least two of the following: QuickBooks Enterprise, SAGE, Navision (Microsoft Dynamics), ProAlpha, Datev, SAP
Experience in add-on tools, such as BILL, Ramp, Expensify
Strong knowledge of US-GAAP
Proven expertise in MS Excel and MS Outlook with a working knowledge of MS Word, and Adobe software applications
Curiosity about how AI can impact the accounting world and willingness to adapt new technologies
Ability to prioritize and multi-task – strong time management skills
Ability to be a team player and to understand challenges facing partners and staff members and be able to manage/reschedule priorities effectively

Responsibilities

Own key components of the accounting cycle for client engagements, including cash, A/R, A/P, and general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records
Prepare financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual) and reporting packages
Manage indirect tax compliance processes, including the preparation of sales and use tax filings, and assist clients in navigating multi-state requirement
Coordinate and oversee payroll processes using third-party platforms (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Gusto), ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
Assure timely completion and communication of project status internally
Identify accounting and operational issues, perform research, and develop recommendations, escalating complex matters and collaborating with Managers/Partners as needed
Consult with clients and its foreign parent company on their accounting, payroll and business administration needs in the United States
Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for clients, communicating proactively on deliverables, timelines, and emerging issues
Perform other related duties as required