EDI Staffing Monthly Newsletter: April

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Industry Trends: Mixed Messages in the Hiring Market

We see that there is a talent shortage in the tech sector. So, why is it taking so long to find work or hire talent?

Here's where the hurdles lie in filling job vacancies worldwide, according to Forbes and ManpowerGroup:

1. Skill scarcity: It's tough to find candidates with the right technical skills.
2. Declining workforce: Retirement and caregiving obligations support a declining workforce.
3. Wealth vs. work: With increased wealth, many are opting for reduced hours.

In response, here are some of Forbes and ManpowerGroup's solutions:

1. Tech investment: Invest in equipment, tech, and AI to streamline operations
2. Flexibility first: Accommodate diverse lifestyles.
3. Care for caregivers: Offer childcare support to alleviate the burden on working parents.
4. Cultivate an environment for success: Go beyond monetary incentives.

So, although job openings are on the rise, there are still drawbacks to finding and hiring the right people, and in a timely manner. Embracing the hurdles and offering flexible solutions catering to candidates' needs can help.

Helpful Tips: Tips for Evaluating Accounting Candidates

Our first piece of advice is this: work with a staffing agency. Staffing agencies like EDI Staffing can not only help you find qualified candidates for your open accounting position, but they can also help you screen those candidates and narrow your pool to the candidates that will be the best fit for your position and your company.

Here are a few other tips for evaluating accounting candidates:

Place a high value on experience.

An experienced accounting professional is worth a lot to any team. Candidates with experience will be better equipped to handle the unexpected accounting challenges that come their way. They’re also more likely to be familiar with various software programs and tools, which could help them improve your accounting processes.

Look for attention to detail.

If there’s anyone on your team who you want to be a stickler for details, it’s anyone involved in accounting. People with attention to detail are going to be very careful about the accuracy of their work—a must when it comes to handling your company’s numbers.

Test communication skills.

Communication is important for anyone on your team. Your new accountant should be able to communicate with you clearly and effectively. They should also be able to talk to you about your finances in a way that makes sense to you.

Ask the right interview questions.

An interview is your best bet for really getting to know a candidate, but it’s important that you’re prepared with the right questions, or else you might be wasting that precious interview time. Some great questions to ask accounting candidates include:

• Why did you choose accounting/finance as a career?
• What skills do you think are most important for someone in the accounting field to have?
• Tell me about a time you made a mistake. How did you fix it?
• What is the toughest accounting challenge you’ve faced?
• How will your past experience contribute to this new position?

If you can follow these tips, you’ll increase your chances of making a good accounting hire—one who is knowledgeable, motivated, and a great fit for your team.

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