Audit Manager - Full Time - Greenville, SC

Audit Manager 

Location: Greenville, SC (Hybrid)
Salary Range: $90,000 – $150,000 per year
 

Position Summary

We are seeking a Bilingual (German/English) Austrian Audit Manager / Business Developer to support the continued expansion of our international practice. This role is ideal for an Austrian Certified Public Accountant (Wirtschaftsprüfer) who is motivated to combine technical audit leadership with business development responsibilities.

The position focuses on serving foreign-owned, German-speaking middle-market companies operating in the United States, delivering high-quality audit, accounting, tax, and advisory services tailored to cross-border needs.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Client Management

• Lead and manage audit and review engagements for annual financial statements under:

  • U.S. GAAP

  • Austrian GAAP (UGB)

  • IFRS

• Act as the primary point of contact for internationally oriented clients

• Independently plan, coordinate, and supervise audit teams

• Ensure audit quality, compliance, and timely delivery

• Collaborate with tax and advisory teams on multidisciplinary client engagements

Business Development

• Actively support the growth of the Austrian and German-speaking client base in the U.S.

• Participate in networking events, seminars, and client presentations

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

• Identify cross-border advisory and service expansion opportunities

Leadership & Collaboration

• Mentor and develop audit staff

• Demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline

• Successfully completed Austrian Certified Public Accountant (Wirtschaftsprüfer) qualification

• 5–10+ years of relevant audit experience

• Strong technical expertise in:

  • Austrian GAAP (UGB)

  • IFRS

  • U.S. GAAP

• Full professional fluency in German and English (written and spoken)

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

• Client-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skills

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

• Analytical, confident, and collaborative working style

What We Offer

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

• Direct involvement in business development initiatives

• Exposure to complex, cross-border, and international audit engagements

• Independent leadership responsibilities with strong internal support

• Unlimited access to professional training and development resources

• U.S. CPA Exam support, including:

  • Paid exam preparation time

  • Financial bonus upon passing

• Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance for eligible candidates

Benefits Package

• 401(k) plan with 5% employer contribution

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and AD&D insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

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

• Paid holidays plus an additional post-April 15 holiday

• Paid annual Day of Service

• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements

• Paid parking or public transportation reimbursement

• Mobile phone reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional education

• Paid time off for CPA exam days