Consultant, Audit – Public Sector

Rödl & Partner

Consultant Audit supporting public sector financial audits in Köln, Germany. Collaborating with teams on ESG and IT while ensuring transparency in public finances.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeKöln • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support audit and advisory engagements for cities, municipalities, districts, federal and state authorities, and public-sector enterprises
Collaborate in interdisciplinary teams, e.g., in ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) and IT
Assist with special audits and expert review assignments
Apply our innovative and digital audit approach

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in economics/business administration or a comparable field
Academic focus in auditing, accounting, sustainability management, or internal audit is a plus
Business‑fluent German
Digital mindset with an interest in AI and new technologies, and the motivation to learn new topics independently and quickly
Eagerness for challenges, strong analytical skills, and initiative
Flexibility required in audit and advisory environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate start: onboarding buddy, thorough induction, rapid team integration, and the opportunity to make an impact from day one
Career development: clearly defined progression paths, structured exam support, paid special leave for professional development, and training in our in‑house academy
Excellent terms: attractive compensation, remote work—including from selected European countries—flexible working hours, good work–life balance with 30 days' vacation for a 5‑day workweek
Team experiences: ski trips, team days, and company events
Health and mobility: subsidy for EGYM Wellpass, broad health promotion measures, bike leasing, and a subsidy for the Deutschlandticket (Germany public transport pass)

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Hard Skills & Tools

auditingaccountingsustainability managementinternal auditanalytical skills

Soft Skills

collaborationinitiativeflexibilityeagerness for challengesdigital mindset