It’s true to say that many recruiters and hiring managers will judge qualifications and experience when making the decision to interview. What will be your legacy when you leave your current job?.Tell me something I don’t already know about you?.What does your ideal work day look like?.What type of environment do you thrive in?.If you were given a magic wand, what job would you do?.What gets you out of bed in the morning?.It’s a fact that if you hire someone who is a bad cultural fit, the chances are they will be more likely to leave your company for another opportunity that is more aligned with their own values. We all spend a lot of time working whether in the office or remotely and with that it is paramount that you employ someone who will fit in with the existing team and be interested in being a friend as well as a colleague. If you can tick the “smarts” box as well as the “fit” box then everything else from a technical nature can be taught on the job. A candidate with a strong cultural fit is more likely to work well with other successful employees and stay on long-term. I’m throwing it out there but i stand by every word when i say that cultural fit should be the biggest factor in all recruitment decisions. Unfortunately far too often that means your education is at least as important as your expertise when securing a job in this industry. According to recent research, about half of all employers expect accounting and finance hires to hold a formal accounting qualification. In some industries, sparkling talent combined with real-world experience and the comic timing of Robin Williams can often be enough to land your dream job! But a career in finance and accounting, a sector ruled by rigorous processes and standards as well as commercial best practices, a glowing resume simply isn’t enough.
You need to look beyond this and see the bigger picture – take a risk, what’s the worst that could happen?! Working in a global market we are now seeing record numbers of university graduates coming away with top degrees, but do academic qualifications really mean that they are the best person for the job? Obviously having a great degree illustrates a certain level of dedication and an ability to assimilate information but does it really add true value in the workplace? Having a degree may give someone a theoretical understanding of something or the ability to analyse data and some research has indicated that candidates with a degree can learn new processes and technologies quicker and more in depth than those without a degree but in my opinion a lot of companies have “policies” or hiring managers who simply get blinded by where a candidate was educated. Our approach has always been to help educate our clients on the market and how it is important to look past the facts and focus on the individual, their personality and what they can bring to the role.ĭo we still need to focus so much on formal qualifications? On the other hand, thankfully there are a growing number of companies within the market who can see that value isn’t just black and white. That said it’s still disappointing to see that some companies (they will remain nameless) see the recruitment process as a black and white process, where any successful candidate must tick all of the boxes and where little value is seen in approaching things in any other way. Here at The Acquire Group we will continue to invest as much time as necessary in securing the right talent for our clients. So, how do you know whether your resume will reach the top of the pile or it’s destined for the recycling bin? Whether you’re just starting out or you’re an executive with decades of experience, can you recall what led you to this career choice? In today’s fast-evolving workplace, accounting and finance professionals must demonstrate everything from razor-sharp analytical ability and stellar interpersonal skills to a sharp understanding of international accounting standards. It’s no secret that carving out a high-flying career in accountancy and finance hinges on more than just good grades. With a great end to 2017 and an exciting beginning to the new year it seems that businesses in the local market are recruiting at the fastest rate than we've seen for a long time. What has been the best hiring decision that you’ve made in your career?
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