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***Placement Update*** Title: #SECReporting & #TechnicalAccounting Manager Candidate: 10 years of experience, including #Big4 #audit foundation and recent #financialreporting experience Company: ~$800M #publiccompany Location: #BrowardCounty #Florida (#hybrid role) Offer Accepted: $140K salary Observation: The company evaluated 4 resumes, interviewed 3 candidates, moved 2 to the final round, and hired their top choice - a streamlined 2-step process, consisting of video interviews with the hiring manager, CFO, HR, and a peer manager with ~2 hours time invested. Salary expectations were set from the get-go with no surprises when the offer came in. It doesn't have to be hard to hire great people. This company "got it". Follow Mike Ruben and The Alliance Group for more #PlacementUpdates.

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2024 Q2 Accounting and Finance Employment Report - April 15, 2024 "The current hiring landscape in finance and accounting is complex. The shortage of accounting professionals became visible on Wall Street recently when Lyft Inc., Planet Fitness Inc., Mister Car Wash Inc. and Rivian Automotive Inc. had to correct typos in their quarterly earnings statements. Mistakes happen, but the increasing demands on accounting staff are cited as a significant cause of the recent increase in errors. Talent Shortage Increases Burnout Risk This staffing shortage, driven by the retirement of seasoned practitioners and the industry’s challenges in attracting the next generation, has increased workloads and extended hours for existing staff. The heightened risk of errors and burnout is a practical reality." https://lnkd.in/gvP5A_tT

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It can be difficult to link security risks associated with operational technology to the financial impact of an OT security event. Register for this webinar to learn how Protiviti has utilized FAIR to visualize critical production assets and threat scenarios.

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🔥🔥Hot jobs! 🔥🔥 ✅Accounting Manager- East Bay- financial services experience a must. $140-170K ✅Audit Manager- financial service clients experience a must- Bay Area CPA firm $open ✅CFO- East Bay- health care + raising funds experience $250K+ ✅NetSuite Administrator- contra costa x2 to help with new implementation $130-150K 🇺🇸 The bureau of labor statistics just posted their jobs report on 9/20. What I see: 👀 *Unemployment at 5.3% (3-5% considered healthy) *Last August 2023 it was 4.8% *CA average long term unemployment much higher at 7.13% *For August, California had bigger increases (119,000 jobs) *Industries: ⬆️Increased: Educ,health,construction ⬇️Decreased: Mfg, IT, hospitality ➡️No Change: financial, prof svcs, utilities It’s not an easy job market, but each call I’m on, people are hiring and getting jobs! 🎉

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Even global leaders in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services face significant challenges with their contingent workforce. A client of Atrium’s developed an impressive internal direct sourcing recruitment strategy using their proprietary talent marketplace technology.   While this approach opens doors to high-quality candidates, the recruitment team realized the importance of providing a top-notch onboarding and employment experience to maintain their reputation as an employer of choice. To elevate their recruitment process and reinforce their commitment to supplier diversity as a social and business priority, they sought a new payrolling partner that could deliver a seamless, high-quality experience while streamlining operations. Want to learn how they turned these challenges into a success story? Check out the case study for the solution that transformed their approach. https://bit.ly/3NHO3Ny #EOR #EmployerOfRecord

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Get insights into the state of hiring in the finance and accounting field in the second half of 2024, including roles in high demand and job market trends. https://bit.ly/3XWJ4i8

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Yes, this is a busy time of year. No, you don't have to work around the clock. Please let CFS help you with staffing on a temporary, permanent, or project basis in accounting, finance, HR, and technology. I've created a video (> 60 seconds) describing one of our top accounting consultants who is available immediately. #cfstaffing #accountingprojects #financialprojects #technologyprojects #HRprojects #systemimplementations #yearendtasks

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📝 𝐂𝐏𝐀 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 🤔 Can we expect the structure of firms to change/evolve soon? The considerations of change within this article, could be very impactful. Hiring non-CPAs, hiring from industry, and hiring non-CPA managers, are just a few ideas, I think, could make a positive impact within CPA firms. What're your thoughts on the structure of CPA firms now vs what they could be? Where could they improve? Where can they remain consistent? ____ this post if... 👍 - you are content with their current structure 👏 - excited about the potential changes 💡 - interested in learning about firms who have started to implement change #cpafirmchanges #accountingevolutions #recruiting

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🚀 System Implementation Support – Accounting Continuity You Can Count On! 🚀 Are you or your company embarking on a system implementation journey? With major system overhauls, keeping your business running smoothly while ensuring accurate financials can be challenging. That's where we come in! 📊 Our Services: We specialize in providing accounting support during system transitions – ensuring that your financial operations remain seamless. We take on the heavy lifting, so you can focus on what truly matters: running your business. ✅ What We Offer: Guaranteed accounting continuity throughout the implementation Expertise in managing complex system transitions Seamless integration with your existing processes Minimized downtime, ensuring no disruption to daily operations 💡 Your Success, Our Priority: Let us help ensure your system transition is smooth while keeping your financials accurate and up-to-date. Interested in learning more? Drop me a message to discuss how we can help make your system implementation stress-free! https://lnkd.in/gfYnNekQ #SystemImplementation #AccountingSupport #BusinessContinuity #SeamlessTransition #FinancialServices #ERP #AccountingExcellence #BusinessSuccess #RobertHalf #Protiviti

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In today's competitive market for public accounting talent, 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙩? Staying ahead often times means redefining your approach to recruitment. According to recent insights, proactive pipelining, maintaining relationships with market experts (ahem, Spartan Placements), and leveraging advanced candidate management tools are essential for securing top-tier talent. 📈💼 Are you optimizing your recruitment strategy to attract and retain the best talent in public accounting? Let's discuss how we can elevate our efforts together! #PublicAccounting #RecruitmentStrategies #CPALeadership

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Rethinking Talent Acquisition: Exploring Alternative Ways of Hiring Accountants in California The demand for skilled accounting professionals is on the rise in California. However, traditional hiring methods may not be enough to meet the ever-changing needs of businesses. With the competition for top talent intensifying, it's time for companies to embrace innovative approaches to talent acquisition. In this post, we delve into the pressing need to reconsider traditional hiring practices and explore alternative avenues for recruiting accountants. By rethinking talent acquisition, companies can tap into a wider pool of candidates and find the right fit for their organization. If you're struggling to find top accounting talent in California, consider exploring alternative methods of hiring. Click here to schedule a phone call or Zoom meeting with me and let's start rethinking talent acquisition: https://lnkd.in/e4NzpmeJ

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💡 Why Remote Staff Augmentation is a Game-Changer for Project-Based Accounting & Finance Support 💡 As accounting and finance teams gear up for critical projects—whether it’s year-end close, audits, or implementing new financial systems—hiring remote talent can provide the specialized expertise and flexibility you need without the constraints of traditional hiring. Here’s why remote staff augmentation should be on your radar: 📊 Access to Specialized Skills: Need support with complex tax reporting, audit prep, or system integration? Remote professionals bring in targeted expertise for those high-demand, niche roles, without the lengthy onboarding process. ⏱️ Scalability & Flexibility: Whether it's for a month-long project or a year-end crunch, remote augmentation lets you scale up or down based on your business needs, keeping your team lean and efficient. 🌍 Broader Talent Pool: Why limit your search to your local area? Remote work allows you to tap into global talent, ensuring you find the right people with the exact skills needed for finance and accounting-specific tasks. 💼 Cost-Effective & Time-Saving: Avoid the overhead of hiring full-time staff for short-term projects. Remote talent offers the support you need without the costs tied to permanent hiring and office space. 🔍 Focus on Core Business: Let your core team focus on strategic initiatives while remote professionals handle the time-sensitive, project-based work, keeping everything on track without overburdening your in-house staff. Remote staff augmentation allows finance teams to stay agile, complete projects on time, and maintain high levels of accuracy—no matter where your team is located. 🚀 It’s time to think beyond the office and embrace remote talent for your accounting and finance projects! Meet one of our available consultants! https://lnkd.in/gpdkVniT #RemoteWork #StaffAugmentation #FinanceSupport #Accounting #ProjectBasedWork #TalentStrategy #ScalableTeams #BusinessEfficiency #RemoteTalent #FinanceLeadership

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𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐓𝐨: 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐏𝐀 📝 It's all about the preparation! 1. Understand the Exam Structure ↘ AUD, BEC, FAR, REG 2. Create a Study Plan ↘ Assess your schedule, set goals, and practice the schedule. 3. Choose Study Materials ↘ CPA review courses and supplemental materials. 4. Focus on Understanding, Not Just Memorization ↘ Conceptual understanding and doing plenty of practice questions. 5. Take Practice Exams ↘ Review results and study based on them. 6. Stay Healthy and Manage Stress ↘ Maintain healthy habits! 7. Review and Revise ↘ Review previously covered material to reinforce your knowledge and retain information. 9. Schedule Your Exam ↘ Stay up to date on open exam dates and make sure you're registered correctly. 10. Stay Informed ↘ Keep up with any changes to the exam format or content by checking the AICPA website or other official sources. By following these steps and staying disciplined, you can maximize your chances of passing the CPA exam. Good luck! #passedCPAexam #studyingforCPA #cpaexam

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