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Hiring Trends in Accounting & Finance

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Stay informed on the latest hiring trends, in-demand skills, compensation benchmarks, and market shifts shaping the accounting and finance talent landscape.

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STRONG DEMAND ACROSS ROLES

Finance talent remains in high demand across industries, with continued growth in strategic and technical roles.

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SKILLS ARE EVOLVING

Employers are prioritizing candidates with data analytics, automation, and business partnering expertise.

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COMPETITION IS HIGH

Top finance professionals have more options than ever. Speed, process, and flexibility are key to winning talent.

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HYBRID IS THE STANDARD

Hybrid and flexible work arrangements continue to be a top priority for finance professionals.

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STRATEGIC IMPACT

Finance leaders are playing a critical role in driving growth, efficiency, and long-term business value.

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  • 1 Increased demand for FP&A and financial planning expertise
  • 2 Growing need for data analytics, BI, and automation skills
  • 3 Shift toward strategic business partnering and value creation
  • 4 Continued investment in compliance, risk, and internal audit
  • 5 Retention is a top priority as competition for talent rises
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In-Demand Skills

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Financial Planning & Analysis

  • Financial Planning & Analysis

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Data Analytics & Modeling

  • Data Analytics & Modeling

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Business Partnering

  • Business Partnering

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Automation & Process Improvement

  • Automation & Process Improvement

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Technical Accounting

  • Technical Accounting

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Risk Management

  • Risk Management

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Systems (ERP/CRM)

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% of Employers Prioritizing Skill in 2024-2025
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78%

of employers plan to hire for finance roles in the next 12 months

Source: Hire Point Recruiting 2024 Finance Hiring Survey

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3 in 4

employers say it's becoming more challenging to find qualified finance talent

Source: Hire Point Recruiting
2024 Finance Hiring Survey

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4.2%

is the average increase in base salary for finance professionals in 2024

Source: Robert Half 2024 Salary Guide

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87%

of finance professionals prefer hybrid work and consider it when evaluating opportunities

Source: Deloitte 2024 Finance Trends Survey

What Finance Professionals Are Looking For

  • Competitive compensation and bonus potential
  • Career growth and leadership development
  • Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
  • Opportunities to drive business impact
  • Strong company culture and values
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Market Outlook

The accounting and finance job market will remain active and competitive. Organizations that invest in their employer brand, streamline their hiring process, and offer flexibility will be best positioned to attract and retain top finance talent.

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Al and automation will reshape core finance functions

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Al and automation will reshape core finance functions

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Strategic finance roles will continue to grow

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