Writing a Job Posting: What You Need to Know to attract the right Accounting or Finance Candidate

When you’re looking to hire someone new, it’s essential to get the job posting right. Notice we said, ‘job posting,’ not ‘job description.’ They are different. A great job posting will ensure that your position stands out and entices the right candidate to respond with their resume. Let’s look at how to create an effective job […]
How to Stay Positive During a Job Search

A layoff is never fun. No matter how many people were laid off, it is easy to take the layoff personally, instead of being objective about it. Add to that the fact that a job search can be a soul-crushing affair. You submit your resume, wait for a response, and either hear nothing back […]
Interview Tips: Tired of being nervous in interviews? Try these 3 tips!

Do you get really nervous before an interview? You are not alone. Chances are you have a lot to offer, you may just not be good at selling yourself. Which makes sense, you chose a career in accounting, not marketing or sales. 3 Tips Here are 3 quick tips for you as you prepare for […]
State of the Greater Phoenix Accounting & Finance Job Market Report for October 2022

Hi. I’m Bernadette. Welcome to the State of the Job Market Report for October 2022 for the Greater Phoenix area, focusing on accounting and finance jobs. In this report, you will find out exactly what’s going on for hiring and salaries here in the Greater Phoenix area for accounting and finance positions. Layoffs? I’ve been […]
When is the best time to leave public accounting?

When is the best time to leave public accounting? The most common question I hear from individuals in public accounting is, “When is the best time to leave?” There are a variety of opinions out there. Some will tell you 2 years, or wait till you make Senior, or wait till you make manager, and […]
3 things to do right now if you are hiring!

Do you need help hiring talent for your accounting and finance department? You’re not alone. And we predict this continuing for the rest of this year. Here are 3 things you could be doing right now to get the candidates you want on board. 1. Be aggressive. Go out and get the candidates that you […]
How to Ask for a Raise

Hi, I’m Bernadette Today we are going to talk about asking for a raise. It’s an uncomfortable question and I see you cringing right now. No one wants to ask for a raise. I hear this all time. You would rather find another job and quit rather than ask for a raise. Or if you […]
2022 Controller & CFO Annual Survey

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Is there an Accounting & Finance “Great Resignation” in Phoenix?

Hi, I’m Bernadette. Today, I wanted to talk to you a little bit about “The Great Resignation” and if it’s happening in Phoenix within the local Accounting and Finance market. It’s interesting because although Phoenix is one of the top five U.S. cities across the country, we are still sometimes a little bit backwards. Even […]
Throw out your SMART Goals! How to Set Goals in 4 Easy Steps!

January 1st, 2021. The perfect time to set goals. It symbolizes a new beginning…a fresh start…a time to start over. The perfect time to set goals. Although prior studies about goal setting leading to success seem to be Urban Legends, I still believe that having a goal and striving for it will make you more […]