Dean Dorton Careers - Senior Accountant

About Dean Dorton

Dean Dorton's team makes up one of the largest advisory firms in the United States. We thrive when you thrive! We are here to help you succeed in every step of your development and career as you work with nationally recognized experts in a recognized best place to work.

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to help manage complex day-to-day accounting operations - including journal entries, reconciliations, close processes, and financial reporting - for Dean Dorton's internal finance team. It also serves as a technical resource and process improvement driver, supporting leadership with audits, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration across payroll, billing, and AR.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties & responsibilities of the Senior Accountant role are outlined below in correlation with Dean Dorton's performance management impact areas.

Technical

Definition: your specialized knowledge & expertise associated with the work you perform for/with clients (note: clients may be internal to Dean Dorton).

• Own complex general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and detailed account analyses.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes in coordination with the Controller.
• Ensure accurate application of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support payroll, billing, and accounts receivable processes through review, reconciliation, and issue resolution.
• Maintain and review fixed asset accounting, accruals, and other key balance sheet accounts.
• Assist the Director with payroll budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Prepare audit schedules and support internal and external audit requests.
• Identify accounting issues, assess risk, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Identify and Implement accounting-related system enhancements and process improvements.
• Serve as a technical accounting resource for Internal Accounting team members.
• Support and finish new projects as needed.
• Experience using or adapting to AI-enabled tools and technologies to support standard financial responsibilities, streamline processes, and improve accuracy in accounting.

Behavioral

Definition: the behaviors associated with performing your job (interpersonal skills).

• Demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to complex accounting matters.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
• Collaborate effectively with Accounting, Payroll, Billing, and Finance partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all financial matters.
• Model consistency, reliability, and integrity in daily work.

Non-Charge

Definition: the contribution you make to Dean Dorton outside of client work.

• Participate in training, professional development, and continuing education.
• Contribute to documentation and standardization of accounting processes.
• Support onboarding and mentoring of accounting team members.
• Assist with firm-wide initiatives related to systems, controls, or financial reporting.
• Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in an internal accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control practices.
• Experience supporting financial reporting and audit processes.
• Professional services or multi-entity experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Software & Tools

• Accounting systems such as Sage Intacct or similar.
• Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Payroll, billing, and expense management platforms.
• Financial reporting and reconciliation tools.

Travel

This position may travel to Dean Dorton offices for training or meetings.

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! A few highlights are listed below:

Flexible work schedules and environment

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid family leave, medical leave, and maternity/paternity leave programs

Retirement benefits, including a best-in-class employer match and automatic profit sharing.

Telemedicine, mental health resources and wellness program reimbursement

Dean Dorton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We're committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community within Dean Dorton and our industry which is why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives across our organization.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies, recruiters, or search firms. Any resumes or candidate information submitted without a current, signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited, become the property of the company, and will not obligate the company to pay any fees or commissions.