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If you're hoping to grow your finance function this year, then it's time to start adopting a structured interview process. In doing so, you'll stand a greater chance of making the right hires for your business on a consistent basis and reap a number of rewards, such as: ✅ Easier candidate comparisons ✅ A reduction in unconscious bias ✅ Fairer assessments throughout the process ✅ Faster hiring Scroll through the below and follow the link in the comments to discover our breakdown of the importance of structured hiring and how you can create a process that works... #finance #accountancy #accounting #financial #financialservices #hiring #interview

Attracting and Retaining Talent in Accounting: Accounting requires meticulous attention to detail and strong ethical standards. During interviews, focus on candidates' previous experience with audits and compliance, and their ability to adhere to financial policies. How do you ensure the integrity and accuracy of your accounting hires? #AccountingHiring #RecruitmentExcellence #EthicalStandards

Sourcing Talent in Finance/Accounting: When hiring for finance or accounting roles, precision and analytical prowess are key. Include case studies in your interview process to assess candidates' analytical abilities and decision-making under pressure. Also, consider their understanding of regulatory environments if applicable. What techniques do you use to uncover these qualities in potential hires? #FinanceRecruitment #HiringTips #AnalyticalSkills

Hey everyone ! Just wanted to share my recent interview experience. The Interviewer asked me a question What if we hire you in ERP Department❓️ I answered this question as "Sir my core interest is audit department" and then I explained the reasons why I wanting to be a part of audit team. The interviewer then reminded me that the firm knows their needs and best fit for each department. The firm knows best when it comes to assigning role. From this experience I learned that When it comes to expressing your preferences about a department to a firm, it's important to strike a balance. While it's great to communicate your interests and strengths, it's also important to show flexibility and openness to different opportunities. So, it's okay to express your preferences, but it's also important to trust firm's decision-making process as they understand their needs and best fit for each department. I wanted to share this valuable lesson with all of u that Always be open to new possibilities. Trust in the process and stay positive! 😊 #CA #ICAP #INDUCTION #OPPORTUNITIES #POSITIVITY

I’ve had conversations with accountants and hiring managers recently, and I’ve heard this at the end of a recruitment process… “I need to go through another 2 layers of approval to get the green light & it signed off.” “The candidate is perfect, but can we get some comparisons?” “The CFO has changed what we’re looking for. Can we keep them warm and go to the market again?” These last-minute changes of direction don’t just frustrate candidates — they can cost you the best talent. Candidates deserve clarity, respect, and a streamlined interview / recruitment process. Have you had experience of this? #HiringProcess #RedFlags #CandidateExperience #FinanceRecruitment

Every now and again… I’ll have a finance executive ring me up and ask me to find them a new position when they’ve only been with their current employer for a period of six to eight months. They’re almost always well-regarded professionals who’ve never precipitously jumped ship before. When I ask why they want to move after such a short time, the answer is invariably the same: They were not given the full story when they joined, and in some cases, they were outright lied to during the interview process. Of course, one could chide the Finance Executive for not having done enough due diligence prior to taking the job. But the real question here is why a company would fudge the truth about a position it wants to fill? Usually, the reason the hiring authority doesn’t disclose that there may be specific issues associated with the position they’re trying to fill is that those challenges are usually a function of the company culture or with the hiring authority themselves. If you think you may be in the market for top financial talent in the next few months, send me a DM for a no-obligation consultation. #cfo #executivesearch #bestadvice

📣 ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS 📣 Please don't proceed with interviewing and hiring candidates for roles without clear expectations for their job duties. I have been surprised and terrified too often over the last few months with owners going out and actually interviewing people without a job description in place. Even more troubling - generally these owners are expecting their bright eyed new hire to handle complex and sensitive accounting tasks! The only thing more expensive than a good accountant, is a bad one. #accounting #smallbusiness

Recruiters can set the stage for a strong relationship by being transparent from the start. Trust is the foundation of any professional bond, and it begins with the first interaction. By sharing clear expectations and providing honest feedback, recruiters can foster a sense of reliability that resonates with candidates, even beyond the hiring process. ♻️Repost if you found value. Connect with me CA Ketul Patel, your trusted partner in Accounts and Finance recruitment. #trustbuilding #recruiterconnection #transparentrecruiting #financejobs #accountingcareers

Still waiting for good candidates? Tired of inaccurate submittals? Frustrated with having to re-educate your recruiter on the profile? Here's your solution 👇🏼 : Raj Gill - top recruiter in the US for Accounting and Finance Izabella Rybczynska (Howard) - she excels at IT, A&F or anything she sets her mind to. Alec Vargus - "The Viking". You want him on your next Accounting or Finance search. Jennifer Telfer - She doesn't send across bad profiles on anything she touches. IT, A&F, Ops, HR... Jason Blum - Sherpa for the difficult to fill roles with a wide variety of depth. Nick Mathews - Over a decade in executive search for A&F, Compliance, and IT. Dylon Adames - Makes a high number of placements across Legal, A&F, IT or whatever his clients need. Ryan VanOrden - 2 decades in exec search in Banking, IT and more. Kevin Graf - Tackles the tough searches in A&F, IT, HR. 👉🏼 I guarantee that if you put one of these stellar individuals on your search that you will have a better experience. #executivesearch #executivesearchfirm

I interviewed 7 finance executives over the past 14 days and they all had this one thing in common. They were tired of going through multiple rounds of interviews to hear nothing back from the company. Unfortunately, this isn't uncommon. It happens at all levels. Hiring a finance executive is one of the most critical hires you can make so I understand wanting to be thorough. But you can't risk your company's employer brand by not having a well-defined process to give feedback. Here's what I've found can help... Starting with a clear role brief on what you need from this hire can help move faster and share feedback through the process and keep everyone informed along the way. Always have a "next step" to share with the candidate and a timeline for when they should expect to hear from you. #accountingandfinance #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring