Associate Program - Tax (January 2026)
Description
YOU own your career!
Dean Dorton’s associate program helps you build the career YOU want. We believe that exploring your passions early in your career will give you the tools to achieve your professional goals, and our structured career development program could be exactly what you need!
What’s in it for you?
- Customized four-year career plan with promotional opportunities
- Dedicated career coaching
- Dedicated training, based on your professional and personal interests
- Meaningful relationships
- Learn and collaborate with experts
- Explore leadership skills and talents
What will you be doing?
- Preparing individual, trust, and business tax returns
- Preparing state and local tax returns
- Assisting with tax special projects
- Helping with tax research projects
- Participating in tax, accounting, and software trainings
- Participating in firm-sponsored events and activities
What you bring to the firm?
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Master’s degree in Accounting
- Eligible to sit for the CPA exam
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel
This opportunity is available in Louisville, or Raleigh.
The Fun Stuff
Work isn’t all work! We want to make your experience at Dean Dorton a great one. From your health and happiness to your long-term satisfaction, we focus on YOU! Here’s how we do it!
- Flexible work schedules and environments
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Market-leading compensation with structured bonus plan
- CPA exam bonus + other perks
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including mental health resources and wellness program reimbursement
- Paid family leave, medical leave, and maternity/paternity leave programs
- Be yourself! Dress for your style and your clients.
- Free parking
We encourage you to apply early. Applications close on October 15th.
Dean Dorton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community within Dean Dorton and our industry. We hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.