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The hiring and compensation outlook in public accounting is positive for 2006, according to research from the 2006 Salary Guide* from Robert Half International. Firms are recruiting accounting staff at [...]

Sometimes the little things can matter as much as the big issues when it comes to keeping employees motivated and satisfied. Most managers intuitively know this and do their best [...]

As competition for experienced accounting and finance professionals increases, organizations are looking for ways to give themselves an edge. An attractive benefits package can often make the difference in recruiting [...]

In a job market where there are often more open positions for experienced financial professionals than there are people to fill them, retaining staff is a priority for accounting and [...]

Success in any accounting and finance role requires the ability to work well with diverse groups of people throughout the company and the business community. Today's accountants are master collaborators; [...]

With accounting and finance candidates in high demand, finding top talent can be especially challenging today. Research by our company shows that it takes an average of four weeks to [...]

It may be true that a rising tide--in the form of an expanding economy--lifts all boats. But credit professionals are in a unique position to benefit from both rising and [...]

False assumptions may be a fact of life, but they can pose particular challenges in the workplace. Some misconceptions can be narrowly focused on our own careers--for example, certainty that [...]

Being an effective financial leader is no easy task. Heightened expectations from investors, tighter government regulations, global business competition, and rapid technological developments are adding to the list of growing [...]

The impending retirement of a mammoth wave of workers in the Baby Boomer generation in the coming years has prompted well-publicized predictions of widespread labor shortages. The good news for [...]

Although most businesses are able to minimize conflict among coworkers with the aid of insightful management, communication can still break down occasionally. Regardless of the level of cooperation and camaraderie [...]

In the past, many organizations viewed the use of temporary talent as merely a means of filling shortterm staffing gaps due to employee absences. Today's accounting and finance departments, however, [...]

* The road to success for leaders is rarely easy. Nearly all managers make their share of missteps as they learn how to become effective in their roles. Even experienced [...]

Few people look forward to working on projects that are long in duration, mundane in nature, or, at the opposite end of the spectrum, overwhelmingly complex. The reality, of course, [...]

Change is never easy, but it can be especially difficult for those affected by mergers and acquisitions. Emotions range from fear and confusion to acceptance and excitement. If you are [...]

New regulations, business practices, and regulatory entities continue to reshape the way accountants perform their jobs. The dramatic shifts that have affected the accounting world in recent years present significant [...]

After working in accounting for a number of years, you might feel ready for a change. Perhaps you have moved into management and found that you no longer have time [...]

Having employees with just the right skills at just the right time is critical to the success of your accounting operation. A new database application or enterprise resource planning system, [...]

Many companies and public accounting firms are adding recent graduates to help them address business growth as well as corporate governance requirements such as those mandated by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. [...]

The pressure is on for accounting managers these days. With vacancies to fill, many have begun hiring. Yet with numerous competing work demands--including monthly financial analyses to prepare for executives, [...]

Most individuals join professional associations with the intention of taking full advantage of all that these groups have to offer. Over time, however, it's easy to forget this goal as [...]

If it has been a while since you recruited new accounting staff, you may be in for a surprise. The hiring environment is quickly shifting, and the strategies and tactics [...]

Corporate accounting departments have a full plate these days addressing the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and related regulations. Publicly and privately held companies alike are paying close attention to [...]

Have you ever left a job interview saying, 'I could have answered that question better than I did'? If so, you aren't alone. Even those with strong skill sets and [...]

As business conditions improve, many managers find themselves rebuilding their accounting teams. To meet accelerating customer demand, they are devoting greater attention to hiring personnel and motivating existing staff. Before [...]

Poor communication is a common problem in many workplaces. Managers sometimes become so focused on meeting deadlines and demands that they fail to share vital information with employees, ignore input, [...]

The hiring outlook for 2005 is positive as companies devote greater attention to accounting issues. Even organizations not directly affected by new corporate governance requirements are recognizing the value of [...]

Many factors play a role in the ability of an accounting professional to adapt and prosper during his or her initial months in a new job. The most important of [...]

Working hard will always be critical to your career success, but you will never achieve full advancement potential unless others are aware of your accomplishments and expertise. While you don't [...]

After an extended job search, you have just been offered a position with a competing accounting firm. You intend to accept the offer because it includes all of the factors [...]

With budgets to oversee, financial statements to prepare, and a host of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance issues to consider, there's often little time in busy workweek to think about which accountants on [...]

Demanding workloads are certainly nothing new in the accounting profession. But additional projects resulting from the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and related corporate governance regulations come at a time when many companies [...]

Knowing which questions to ask during interviews can often mean the difference between selecting the right or wrong person for a position. Today's accounting candidates are usually well prepared for [...]

Determining which job applicant to hire can be a complex decision. It can be difficult to ascertain in two or three interviews whether or not someone possesses the right qualifications [...]

One of the greatest challenges in the recruitment process is locating qualified candidates. Employment ads in today's business environment often generate a large number of responses, but usually only a [...]

As businesses strive to achieve greater productivity, employees are being asked to work harder than ever. 'Giving 110%' isn't just encouraged during special projects--it has become a daily requirement. While [...]

Employee retention--a priority many put on hold during the recession--is reemerging as a key concern for businesses. As the economy shows signs of improvement, dissatisfied staff members may begin exploring [...]

Few people look forward to the annual performance review. Employees typically are anxious at the prospect of receiving negative comments on their work, and managers may be uncomfortable offering that [...]

Who is one part accountant, one part detective and one part legal expert? Hint: This person is equally at home identifying corporate misdeeds, providing key evidence in legal proceedings or [...]

Every project team is formed for the same purpose: to work collaboratively to address and offer solutions to a particular issue or problem. While this goal may not seem too [...]

Employee recognition programs are critical retention and motivational tools, yet many managers make the mistake of focusing on them only when unemployment levels dip. Regardless of the macroeconomic trends, staff [...]

Forensic accounting, which has always been part of the accounting landscape, recently moved into the spotlight in the wake of news-making corporate financial scandals. Professionals skilled in preventing fraud and [...]

Strategic plans are essential for any company to succeed. They guide leaders and employees in their decision making and help ensure everyone understands and meets objectives. This type of formal [...]

Talking too fast, making nervous gestures or straying off-topic--these are just a few of the mistakes that diminish the effectiveness of speakers' presentations. Sometimes the problem is a lack of [...]

Employee performance issues are a challenge all managers face at one time or another. Whether it's an individual's interpersonal conflict with a coworker or repeated errors in financial reports, these [...]

You submitted the financial report to your supervisor a week ago and still haven't received the final approval. You've sent e-mails and left voice mails, but no response. It seems [...]

You may have mapped out professional goals such as retirement, a promotion or a new position elsewhere, but have you given thought to who will succeed you when you've achieved [...]

A bachelor's degress in accounting, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, five or more years of experience, strong quantitative and analytical skills, and a tax background. All of these are common requirements [...]

The good news is that the big financial report you just completed made a positive impression with the chief financial officer. The questionable news--at least to you--is that your analysis [...]

In today's tight employment market, it's not uncommon for accounting professionals to expand their job searches beyond their immediate geographic areas. Once you receive an offer that requires relocating, however, [...]