Future Career Opportunities: Students, Graduates, & Young Professionals

Ready to start building your career in accounting?

We always welcome resumes from students preparing to graduate, recent graduates, and young professionals interested in future opportunities with us. Keep reading for more details about what it’s like to work at D+L.

Find Where You Fit

Our team works with privately held businesses, their owners, and nonprofit organizations across a range of accounting needs. Working at a mid-size firm also means you have opportunities to collaborate across departments, learn from different areas of accounting, and build relationships with the people behind the businesses and organizations we serve.

Depending on your interests and experience, opportunities may be available within our:

Grow With Us

Your first years in accounting should give you a strong foundation for everything that comes next. At D+L, we invest in continuing education, technical training, and hands-on learning to help our team members build their skills and advance their careers.

Our size also gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution early in your career. You can ask questions, share ideas, learn directly from experienced professionals, and see the impact of your work.

What We Look For

For entry-level accounting opportunities, we typically look for candidates who have:

  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting
  • CPA eligibility preferred
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Motivation to learn new things and grow their career
  • The ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment

Students who are still completing their accounting degree are also encouraged to share their resumes for future consideration.

Why D+L?

We want our employees to build successful careers without putting the rest of their lives on hold. Our culture reflects that commitment through professional development, collaboration, flexibility, and a genuine focus on the individual.

Dugan + Lopatka offers benefits designed to support professional growth and overall well-being, including:

  • Flexible scheduling and hybrid work arrangements
  • Generous paid time off and firm-wide holidays
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution
  • Continuing education and technical development support
  • Paid professional membership dues
  • Firm-sponsored events and team activities

About D+L

Founded in 1974, Dugan + Lopatka serves clients throughout Chicagoland and beyond. As a full-service public accounting firm, we specialize in privately held businesses, their owners, and nonprofit organizations. Our team of approximately 45 professionals combines technical expertise with a collaborative, practical approach to client service.

Start the Conversation

Your first opportunity with D+L may begin by simply introducing yourself.

To be considered for future opportunities, send your resume to Natalie.Borcean@duganlopatka.com.

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