resume

​For years, companies in the accounting industry have relied heavily on resume screening to identify which candidates have the credentials and experience required to thrive in their organisation. However, resume screening isn't as effective as it appears. The higher the number of applications received, the more time it takes to examine every resume. That's why many recruit...

​An effective accounting and finance resume is your first opportunity to leave a lasting impression on your employer. However, since the average hiring manager only looks at a resume for 6 to 7 seconds, it’s important to keep this document concise. That’s why many candidates often omit sections referencing their hobbies and interests. It’s easy to assume your passions are i...

​Even in a world where the majority of employers now use social media as part of their hiring process, the resume is still one of the most important tools any candidate has. It is the first thing most employers will look at before even thinking about inviting someone to an interview. It’s also your best chance to immediately introduce your accounting education and experienc...

​When most accounting professionals think about the complexity of interviewing, they focus on the challenges facing the person being interviewed. However, the hiring manager hosting the interview has hurdles to overcome too. From avoiding unconscious bias to selling your candidates on the idea of working with your accounting company, there are several important points to ke...

​The quality of your resume can mean the difference between being stuck in a role with no prospects or being offered a great new position. Your resume is still the first thing clients ask for and will be the decider between getting an interview and being left out of the recruitment process. The resume has been around for hundreds of years, and over time it has changed and ...