AT&T

Accounting Leadership Development Program

AT&T$65K — $98K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Enrollment in a master's degree program in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or similar
  • Estimated graduation date by June 2027
  • 1+ years of related experience preferred
  • Professionalism with fundamental accounting concepts
  • Integrity and independent judgment
  • Strong communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Engage in the Accounting Leadership Development Program (ALDP) focused on accounting or audit tracks
  • Work on hands-on projects related to practical accounting tasks
  • Build effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors
  • Perform additional tasks to support program objectives

Benefits

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Performance Based Commission
  • Paid Training
  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Discounts on AT&T services
Full Job Description

This position requires in-office presence 5 days a week and is only offered at the posted location.

Within the Accounting Leadership Development Program with AT&T, recent graduates like yourself can expect to be cultivated into accounting leadership talent through advanced training, mentorship, and strategic insights, ultimately driving organizational financial excellence.  Throughout this 2-year rotational program, you’ll experience two 12-month assignments in selected tracks to gain practical financial, accounting, or audit experience to enhance your education and career preparation.

What you’ll do:

  • Engage in AT&T’s Accounting Leadership Development Program (ALDP) designed for recent graduates with a master’s degree, selecting either the Accounting or Audit track.
  • Work on assigned projects that provide exposure to practical accounting tasks, aimed at developing potential future accounting leaders within AT&T and the business community.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors, cultivating essential interpersonal skills for a successful and satisfying career.
  • Perform additional tasks as required to support the program’s objectives and gain comprehensive accounting or audit experience.

What you’ll bring:

  • Integrity that serves as your true north moral compass.  
  • Mastery in communication, both speaking and writing clearly and effectively.  
  • Strong leadership skills, comfortable leading teams at all levels.
  • A proactive mindset, always ready and eager to tackle challenges.  
  • A results-oriented approach, driven to achieve goals.  
  • A curious mind, continuously learning and fascinated by innovation.  

What you’ll need:

  • Enrollment within a master’s degree (MS) program with a focus in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or other related specialty
  • Estimated graduation date by June 2027
  • Ability to meet the full-time, in-office requirement in Dallas throughout the duration of the program
  • 1+ years of related experience preferred. Certification is required in some areas
  • Professionalism with a solid knowledge of fundamental concepts and organizational practices
  • Ability to exercise independent judgement and take appropriate action in the absence of prescribed guidelines or policies with minimal supervision.

Our Accounting Leadership Development Program colleagues earn an annual salary between $65,000 – $98,200, not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting pay within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.  

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:  

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Performance Based Commission
  • Paid Training
  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Ready to develop life-changing ideas? It starts with you. Apply today.   

AT&T will not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind for this position.

AT&T will consider for employment: qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state, & local laws.  

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

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Industry
Net Income
-$5.1 billion
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+0.6%
Revenue
$171.7 billion
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