The Evolution of Executive Search Technology
The role of a financial executive has shifted over the years, and today, the modern CFO wears many hats. Just as the role has evolved, the way companies recruit financial executives has evolved. Even the way executive searches are conducted has seen a lot of growth over the years. C-level executives of growth companies […]
Make Executive Search Part of Your Employee Retention Strategy
Why is employee retention so important? For a growing company, each individual part of the company is a crucial component. That means each employee plays an important role in working the machine and driving the company to grow. Building a company of engaged employees starts at the beginning. Making smart hiring decisions by way of […]
Here’s How Executive Search Can Generate A Multifaceted CFO
The modern CFO is multifaceted. Each facet of a financial executive is crucial to the success of a growing company, which means you need to hire the right person who can fulfill each complex facet. A strategic executive search looks for candidates who provide value in each pillar of the role, and finds the right […]
8 Ways an Executive Search Firm Can Help You Find the Right Leader
C-level executives understand the risks that go along with hiring a finance executive. It’s a crucial role in any company, but especially essential in a growing company. The role needs to be filled with the right skills and the right fit for the company. In fact, attracting and retaining the right talent for such an important role is a major pain point for most CEOs. Executive Search is a pivotal recruiting solution CEOs need in their toolbelt to ensure long-term hiring success.
Top Tools and Productivity Software for 2020 for Talent Acquisition
Your typical recruiter in 2020 serves many functions – coaching candidates on their roles, speaking to clients to gather requirements and engaging on social media to fill in their top-funnel. The second you sit in your chair in the morning, you have targets to hit and people to call. There is, however, only so much […]
The Power of Networking and How to Network Professionally
If you are a job seeker who buckles at the thought of putting yourself out there at a professional networking event, you’re not alone. Networking is one of those activities that tend to cause anxiety in many people. And while it’s a crucial part of the process if you hope to further your career in […]
5 Steps to Close the Workaround Gap – Part 2/2
This is part 2/2 of the Workaround Gap series. Click here for the first part. 5 Steps to Close the Workaround Gap – Part 2/2 You know what a workaround is, right? You have a problem, but you’re in a rush and don’t have time to figure out what’s causing it or how to fix […]
FP&A: Not Just for CPAs
Is it true that Canadian employers have a tendency to hire CPAs over non-designated professionals (MBAs, CFA’s, undergraduate finance/business degree holders) within their Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) functions? With U.S. based companies, an emphasis on MBAs and the like, seem to be more prevalent for FP&A roles.
Why Storytelling is a Crucial Skill for Finance and Accounting Professionals
Why does storytelling matter in the finance world? Here are some major reasons, and what you can do to better tell the stories that matter to your team.
The Impact of High Employee Turnover (and What to Do About It)
The cost of replacing a departing employee can be staggering – in some cases the equivalent of a full year’s salary. Sourcing, landing and onboarding costs are substantial, and those investments of time and energy are lost along with the employee’s knowledge and expertise. But there are other impacts
5 Things to Think About Before You Hire a Finance Recruiter
You’ve decided to hire a finance recruiter who specializes in the finance and accounting space. That’s a good first step, as recruiters with specialized knowledge will have a deeper understanding of what’s needed to succeed in a given role. They’ll also have a broader base of finance
How to Fast Track Your Accounting Career
A new year offers us a chance to set resolutions and follow through. If you want to fast track your accounting career, here are 5 goals to help you reach the next rung on the promotional ladder.
Goals 1: Cultivate a New Skill
Identify any new reporting standards, regulatory measures
