Join a team of innovative financial professionals as we solve complex challenges and lead our clients to success. Here, our people enjoy a culture that is flexible, family-friendly and committed to both your career growth and a healthy work-life balance. View job openings.

Mission statement

Our mission is two-fold. Every day, we strive to improve our clients’ businesses by serving as their trusted advisors. What matters to them, matters to us. At the same time, we are equally focused on supporting our team members as we grow our careers and enjoy balanced lives.

non-traditional benefits

True Work-Life Balance

Family Friendly

Our work is important, but our families come first. As a member of our team, you will be encouraged to take the time you need to be with your family.

Flex Time

We take a practical approach to work hours. Here, you’ll largely be able to create your own schedule, as long as you meet established goals.

Training

Having an informed team with an up-to-date skillset is critical to delivering exceptional service. That’s why, as an employee, we will continually invest in your education. It’s good for your career, our clients, and our company.

our values

Every decision we make is shaped by our values.

At Dugan & Lopatka, our culture is founded by a set of values shared by our employees and management. These include Truth With Integrity, Balance of Work & Rest, Stewardship, and Worth of the Individual, among others. These core tenets are critical to the way we do business and how we interact with our fellow team members every day.

Our Core Values

Our Benefits

What We Offer Our Employees

  • Medical & Dental Insurance

    Dugan & Lopatka maintains a group comprehensive major medical insurance and dental plan for employees working 30 hours or more per week.

  • Life Insurance

    The firm maintains a group term life insurance plan for employees working 24 hours or more per week of which the premium is paid by the firm.

  • Disability Insurance

    The firm maintains a long term group disability income insurance plan for employees, paid by the firm.

  • 401(k)

    Dugan & Lopatka offers a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution. There is no wait period to participate.

  • Cafeteria Plan

    The firm maintains for employees a cafeteria plan or flexible benefits plan, which includes a pre-tax insurance plan, a medical expense reimbursement plan, a dependent care assistance plan and a disability insurance reimbursement plan.

  • Vacation, Personal and Sick Days

    Dugan & Lopatka offers vacation, personal and sick days.

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Current Job Openings

  • Staff Accountant & Tax Position

    Join a team of innovative financial professionals as we solve complex challenges and lead our clients to success. At Dugan & Lopatka, our people enjoy a culture that is flexible, family-friendly and committed to both your career growth and a healthy work-life balance.

    Founded in 1974, Dugan & Lopatka serves clients in a variety of industries throughout Chicagoland. As a full-service Public Accounting Firm, we specialize in middle-market, private companies, and nonprofit organizations.

    Based in the Chicago western suburbs, we offer the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely. Our modern office space features an airy, open-concept and sleek aesthetic with plenty of healthy amenities including an advanced air-ionization system, fitness facility, coffee bar, and more. Our convenient suburban location is minutes from I-88 with nearby shopping and dining.

    We are currently seeking a Staff Associate to join our Client Accounting Services Department.

    Responsibilities:

    • Perform compilation engagements
    • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
    • Prepare business and individual income tax returns
    • Prepare payroll and sales tax returns
    • Provide outsourced accounting services to business clients

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting
    • CPA eligible preferred
    • Strong analytical and communication skills
    • Motivated
    • Ability to work in a team environment
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  • Administrative Support

    Founded in 1974, Dugan & Lopatka serves clients in a variety of industries throughout Chicagoland. As a full-service Public Accounting Firm, we specialize in middle-market, private companies, and nonprofit organizations.

    At Dugan & Lopatka, our people enjoy a culture that is flexible, family-friendly and committed to both your career growth and a healthy work-life balance.

    Based in the Chicago western suburbs, our modern office space features an airy, open-concept and sleek aesthetic with plenty of healthy amenities including an advanced air-ionization system, fitness facility, coffee bar, and more. Our convenient suburban location is minutes from I-88 with nearby shopping and dining.

    We are currently seeking an experienced administrative support person. Candidates must have administrative support or secretarial experience to be considered for this position.

    Responsibilities:

    • Typing general correspondence, engagement letters, transmittal letters, etc.
    • Printing/assembling tax packages for our clients
    • Type-checking financial statements to include compilations, reviews and audits
    • Printing/assembling financial statement packages for our clients
    • Assembling quarterly and yearly payroll tax packages for our clients
    • Type-checking/finalizing proposals
    • Scanning signed engagement letters, audits, representation letters, audit confirms, etc.
    • Assisting with various client mailings throughout the year
    • Work on special projects
    • Answering phone calls as back-up to the receptionist

    Qualifications:

    • Experience working for a public accounting firm
    • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
    • Knowledge of CCH products (Tax, Document, Engagement) is a plus
    • Willingness to learn and implement other software programs
    • Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g., fax machines, scanners, and printers)
    • Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment
    • Ability to work within a team
    • Additional qualification as an Administrative Assistant will be a plus
    • High school degree or equivalent (Preferred)
    • 3 Years of experience working in Customer Service (Preferred)
    • U.S. work authorization (Preferred)

    Job Type: Full-time

     

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  • 2022 Winter Intern – Audit, Tax and Client Accounting

    Located in Warrenville, Illinois, with three separate client service teams including Audit, Tax and Client Accounting Services, we provide internship experience across all three service areas.  We serve local businesses in a variety of industries, including many non-profit clients.  Travel to some local clients may be required.

    Examples of responsibilities include:

    • Become familiar with the firm technology and software
    • Preparation of audit workpapers and analytics
    • Preparation of corporate and non-profit tax returns and related workpapers
    • Preparation of financial statements
    • Preparation of monthly accounting for clients to include:
      • Bank reconciliations
      • Various account reconciliations
      • Fixed asset schedules

    Requirements:

    • Engaged in accounting, or taxation program at a college or university and interest in pursuing CPA certificate
    • An interest in either auditing, taxation or client accounting services
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
    • Ability to work in a team environment
    • Detail oriented
    • Open to students that will have either junior or senior status at time of internship

    We are a top 400 (GS 400) U.S. firm, where you will be part of a motivated team with outstanding opportunities.

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