Applying for a new job over the past year has not been without its challenges, not least because it has meant going through the process remotely, and this can be daunting. Although a lot can be communicated through a screen, so much of what fleshes out the bones of a job offer, and an organisation is found when meeting its people (hiring managers and colleagues) and visiting...

The changing shape of the working world has offered opportunities but also created challenges when it comes to employee satisfaction and a healthy work-life balance. On the one hand, this time has shown many businesses that more flexible ways of working are indeed possible, while on the other hand lines have become blurred between home-life and work-stress, making a healthy ...

As a task and process-heavy department, finance and accounting recruitment tends to focus on the hard, technical skills a candidate can bring to the organisation. While finding a candidate to match the necessary technical skills is clearly critical, onboarding candidates who are the right fit culturally can be the difference between a high turnover of staff and a loyal, dedi...

Whether you have worked remotely or in the office throughout 2020, have been furloughed or have moved position and company (probably also remotely), you will undoubtedly have gained new soft skills or honed existing ones. In a time of crisis, it can be easy to feel dejected, but in such times, you also build resilience. Having to adapt to new ways of working means improving ...

If 2020 has taught us anything it is to expect the unexpected. Businesses will be going into 2021 lean and risk-averse, yet must also allow for growth plans within their strategy. How can these juxtaposed positions be achieved? Agility will be key, as well as reliance on contingency plans and resources. Effective collaboration between key business functions finance and accou...

Although video interviewing isn’t new, it has become far more prevalent this year than ever before. This has meant an adjustment period for many hiring managers, as well as candidates who are unfamiliar with the process. However, there are many benefits to be gained from video interviewing, but there are certainly some potential pitfalls to be aware of. With preparation, pra...

Advancing technologies mean greater challenges for businesses but also opportunities – those who adapt to an increasingly digitised world will become stronger during this period of transformation, with those that fail to do so being left behind.  The short to medium-term future will see an abundance of ‘big’ data, increased automation, cloud technologies and Artificial Intel...

Finance and Accounting jobs are generally dependable in terms of salary, career progression and personal development, making the profession a good career choice. But while the Finance and Accounting jobs market is usually robust, it’s not beyond the mercy of the events of the last few months and years. The uncertainty caused by Brexit and the global pandemic have affected th...

2020 has been undoubtedly challenging for many, if not all, businesses. The year was ushered in against a backdrop of economic uncertainty due to stalling Brexit negotiations, and then a global pandemic struck, the magnitude of which was previously unseen by most living generations.  Against this, businesses have had to adapt existing forecasts and strategies, including recr...

Everyone at some point in their lives will experience a stressful situation or period either in their personal lives or at work. Although a lot of headway has been made towards reducing the stigma surrounding mental health, it still remains a difficult topic to discuss at work. In recognition of 10th October as World Mental Health Day, we are looking at some of the best ways...