5 Tips for Hiring an Accountant
Hiring an accountant for your organization can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips to make the process a little less painful.
You’re sitting in your office pondering a set of numbers, when you decide that you need to ask Chuck, one of the
What to Look for in an Accounting Reference
The references you give to a potential employer can make or break your chance of getting the job. Here’s what you should look for when you’re asking someone to be your accounting reference.
When you’re on the market for an accounting job, or for jobs in the financial services field
How to Leave Voicemails for a Finance Job Interview
“Please leave your message at the beep…” Time to panic? Nope – just follow these tips, and you’re sure to be called in for the interview.
It’s every candidate’s nightmare: you found an accounting or finance job posting that you’re interested in, and eagerly tried to get a
Tips for Hiring Accountants for Fit
Few things are more coveted by — but also elusive for — employers than employees who “fit” with their companies’ cultures. Here’s some advice for finding a finance candidate that fits your organization like a glove.
“Fit.” It’s arguably one of the trendiest buzzwords in hiring circles. Fit is in —
Some Big Hiring Mistakes Employers Make
Bad hires cost employers big time. Here are some mistakes you should avoid so that you don’t make a hiring decision that ends up costing you.
Hiring has always been something of a challenge for employers, even in the best of times. But in a still uncertain business climate,
4 Tips for Writing a Compelling LinkedIn Summary
Everyone is on LinkedIn, but not everyone is getting the most out of it. Here are some ways you can maximize views of your LinkedIn profile.
Traditional job boards are facing extinction, with social and interactive networking sites like LinkedIn growing rapidly. Recruiters, headhunters, and employers are increasingly turning to
Promoting an Employee on Your Finance Team
Putting the right person in charge of your finance team is a big decision that can dramatically impact the overall health and well-being of your organization. Promoting an employee who’s well-suited for expanded authority and responsibilities can yield tremendous dividends for your company, and boost the ROI you’re getting from that employee. Promoting the wrong person, on the other hand — someone who is ill-equipped for a managerial role — can wreak havoc on a functional unit.
Hiring to Build a Team
Hiring to build a team can feel like trying to fit some very different pieces into a puzzle to which you’re not sure they all belong. Here are some tips to help you assemble a team that’s more than just the sum of its parts.
If you’re
Why Managers Should Quit Hiring People Like Themselves
It can be all-too tempting to hire people who are mirror-images of ourselves, both in terms of professional experience and personalities. There are good reasons, however, why you might want to consider some candidates who won’t be mistaken for your doppelgangers.
It’s a well-known phenomenon, albeit one many
Landing Your First Accounting or Finance Job
For new graduates, landing that first job can be a challenge, especially in these uncertain times. Here are some tips for rookie accountants looking for their first opportunity.
There’s been a lot of bad press about the job market in recent years. The situation is improving, of course, but
The Top Reasons Why New Hires Fail
One in four new hires leave before their second year on the job. Here are some of the reasons why new hires fail.
Deciding Between Job Offers
Everyone enjoys being wanted – but hates having to choose. Here are some tips and considerations to bear in mind when you’re trying to decide between competing job offers.
So congratulations are in order. You’ve emerged from the heap of job applications, survived your latest round of interviews, and