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5 Ways to Attract and Retain Talent in the Accounting and Finance Industry

Cherry Bekaert

Accounting and finance employment is projected to grow 4% from 2022 to 2032, with about 126,500 openings for accountants and auditors each year on average. 1 But attracting and retaining talent is proving difficult for several accounting recruiters and accounting talent acquisition specialists. retirement).

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Accounting Ranks First In Something Good For Once

Going Concern

It’s possible this is just clickbait and thinly veiled advertising for remote recruiters (*sweats nervously*) but according to CNBC Make It , “accountant” is “the number one in-demand remote job companies are hiring for.” Accountant is the hottest work-from-home job on the market right now.

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How firms can create inclusive workplaces to retain LGBTQ+ accountants

ThomsonReuters

The accounting industry is seeing significant attrition among LGBTQ+ professionals Research commissioned by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), the California Society of CPAs (CalCPA), and the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) revealed a surprising number of LGBTQ+ accountants are leaving their profession.

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7 key factors to consider when hiring new accountants for your firm

ThomsonReuters

Every tax and accounting firm is unique, so there’s really no one-size-fits-all approach to hiring. Understanding your company culture is a useful step in finding a new accountant who is the right fit for your firm. Accountants have to collaborate with many different people inside and outside the firm.

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AI in Accounting: A Guide Written by Artificial Intelligence

Ryan Lazanis

Artificial intelligence in accounting is currently transforming the industry. Table of Contents What is AI in Accounting? Can AI Replace Accountants? Benefits of Artificial Intelligence How is AI Used in Accounting? In fact, ChatGPT wrote the above description: Can AI Replace Accountants?

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AICPA News – Nov. 2023

CPA Practice

AICPA News is a round-up of recent announcements from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The program allows UMCS students to kickstart their careers by developing their accounting, finance, and business skills and earning prestigious professional qualifications alongside their university studies.

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Streamlining Business Finances: QBO vs. Xero - Why Outsourcing to Xero with Basis 365 Makes Sense

Basis 365

In today's digital age, businesses constantly seek efficient and user-friendly solutions to manage their finances. Cloud-based accounting software has revolutionized how companies handle their financial tasks, making bookkeeping and financial management more accessible and convenient.

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