Recruiting for the accounting industry is becoming increasingly complex. Talented professionals have more opportunities available to them than ever before, particularly as remote working continues to thrive. At the same time, the “Great Resignation” is placing brands under increasing pressure, with more gaps to fill and more demands from potential candidates. The only way t...
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Getting the Best From Your Accounting Recruiting Partner
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Why A Compelling LinkedIn Profile Will Help Your Accounting Jobsearch
almost 2 years ago by Steve MerrittWhen it comes to selling your value to a recruitment company like Hedley Scott Recruitment and the clients we work for, there are a few pivotal documents. The humble resume is one, followed by your LinkedIn profile. As LinkedIn is the biggest social business network outside China, with 850 million members listed, it is more crucial than ever to leverage the opportunities yo...
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Video Interview tips for Accounting Candidates
almost 2 years ago by Steve MerrittVideo interviews are here to stay. Convenient, easily accessible, and cost-effective, a video interview can be an ideal alternative to a face-to-face conversation. Currently, around 84% of recruiters say they’ve begun including virtual hiring tools like video interviews in their processes. The question for accounting candidates is, how do you make sure you’re making the ri...
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How Diverse is Your Accounting Team?
almost 2 years ago by Steve MerrittDiversity and experiencing inclusion have never been more important to Accounting employees. Now more than ever, the top talent in your industry wants to work with companies capable of offering diverse, flexible, and empathetic working environments. The concept of D.E.I. (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is a major factor in determining which candidates are likely to apply...
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Why Your Accounting Star Might Resign This Year
about 2 years ago by Steve MerrittWhy Your Accounting Star Might Resign This YearHolding onto your accounting talent is becoming increasingly difficult. Over the last couple of years, changes in the workplace and the rising threat of the pandemic have prompted thousands of accounting employees to reconsider their roles. A record 4.5 million Americans quit their jobs in November 2021, and similar resignat...
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All You Need to Know To Sail Through Your Accounting Interview
about 2 years ago by Steve MerrittConvincing an Accounting hiring manager of your competence in an interview relies heavily on confidence. After you’ve captured the attention of a recruitment team with a compelling cover letter and resume, the interview is your opportunity to seal the deal. Unfortunately, whether you’re interacting over video or face-to-face, the pressure to make the right first impression ...
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The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Attracting Talented Employees
almost 5 years ago by Steve MerrittThe Entrepreneur’s Guide to Attracting Talented Employees When you are a small company with limited resources, it is never easy to attract the key people needed to push your business over the hump and onto the next growth phase. While being small has its advantages, one clear disadvantage is when small companies try to compete with larger ones for similar talent. It can tru...
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The Most Important Piece of Job Search Advice: Job Seekers Need to Determine the Company Culture Before They are Hired
almost 5 years ago by Steve MerrittSometimes it seems that in order to land a good job with a good company there are too many ideas, tips and pieces of advice to remember. Experts will tell you how it is important to look the part by wearing the right outfit, presenting the proper attitude, and exhibiting the correct body language. They’ll sermonize about the importance of researching the company, reading the...
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