An internship at The Doty Group is not only an introduction into the world of public accounting; it's an opportunity to sharpen your skills and apply them with an award-winning South Sound team.
“The Doty Group goes above and beyond to make you feel welcomed, at home, and strives for you to succeed.”
The Doty Group is a full-service CPA Firm in Downtown Tacoma and a descendant of the first CPA firm in Tacoma, Busch & Webb, which opened in 1918. Today, we remain a leader in the fast-paced, ever-changing business environment, using innovation and expansive expertise to build upon the same values of the founders.
Our growth is demonstrative of the importance and value of our family-like team. Our team has developed a specialized and more advanced offering of services, which we continue to build on while simultaneously providing growth opportunities for our people and clients. Our membership in the PKF International network enhances our reach. With offices in 440 locations and 125 countries, PKF International is the 10th largest accounting network in the world and enables the professionals at its member firms to gather insights and global expertise through solutions and services.
We've been around long enough to see that the most successful relationships are long-standing strategic partnerships with effective communication, compassion, and advocacy for what makes our staff and clients unique. That's why our honors include several years as a Business Examiner Top Place to Work and the Secretary of State's Corporations for Communities recognition.
2023
Peak Firm - Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants
Best of Accounting - Client Satisfaction, ClearlyRated
Best Small Business, South Sound Magazine
Corporate Citizenship Award - Puget Sound Business Journal
Best in Business (Best Boss, Family Friendly Workplace, Accounting Firm) - South Sound Business Magazine
Top 500 Accounting Firms - Inside Public Accounting (IPA)
Top 3 Accounting Firms in Tacoma - 3 Best Rated
Torch Award for Ethics, Finalist - Better Business Bureau
Spotlight on Business Award - Tacoma Chamber of Commerce
2022
Spotlight on Business Award - Tacoma Chamber of Commerce
Best of Accounting - Client Satisfaction, ClearlyRated
Top Accounting Firm in Tacoma - Expertise.com
Top 500 Firms - Inside Public Accounting (IPA)
2021
Best of Accounting - Client Satisfaction, ClearlyRated
Your internship begins with a conversation that includes developing a schedule, setting goals, and an onboarding approach that immerses you into the processes and culture of the firm.
Our 3-step training program incorporates visual, audible, and tactile learning styles to ensure an effective and positive experience. You will work cooperatively with team members in varied capacities - shaping a balanced and empowering team atmosphere.
Should your internship lead to a full-time role, you will have the opportunity to apply your engaged growth mindset and professional momentum to projects in audit and assurance, accounting services, and valuation service areas.
When our team members are thriving, our clients and community are thriving, so we support our staff in the exploration of a variety of career paths in public accounting.
Break room with snacks & beverages
Swag and Gift Card Giveaways
'Beer Friday'
Annual St. Paddy's day bingo
After-tax season celebration
Family Day at a Tacoma Rainiers Game
Annual weekend ski trip to Sunriver, OR
at least current Junior in a four-year institution
strong academic credentials (GPA of at least 3.0)
strong analytical, organizational, and verbal skills
motivated, positive, and engaged
attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment
ability to manage time and workflow
