Our accounting articles offer advice on hiring the right talent in Australia and how to build your career in finance.
Is experience more important than education for aspiring CFOs?There is no standard path to C-suite success. But, is experience more important than education? Unpack this debate, explore the importance of continuous learning and mentorship, and uncover the secrets to becoming a successful CFO. ROBERT HALF2025-11-09T00:00:00.000+11:00Landing a jobWhere a career in finance can take youWe explain why a career in finance could be your next big move. No matter if you’re bored, burnt out, or simply curious, know that there’s a breadth of opportunities waiting. ROBERT HALF2025-08-29T00:00:00.000+10:00Career developmentEmployers are increasingly luring top talent with benefits rather than salary An independent survey of Australian hiring managers commissioned by specialised recruiter Robert Half indicates that an increasing number of Australian businesses have adopted an agile approach to their staffing with almost one-third (31%) of Australian businesses intending to grow their contract workforce in the coming year and nearly half (46%) planning to maintain current contract headcount, providing a strong employment funnel for skilled talent as the market regains confidence.ROBERT HALF2023-04-05T00:00:00.000ZFinance and accountingHow to succeed as a finance business partnerIf you are an accounting or finance professional, find out what a finance business partner does and if it is right for you.ROBERT HALF2026-07-01T00:00:00.000+10:00Career development10 financial skills to include in your CVDiscover the top 10 financial skills that really count for a career in finance and to stand out from the crowd.ROBERT HALF2026-06-18T00:00:00.000+10:00Career developmentContract vs permanent finance roles: Pros and consFor some finance professionals, contract finance jobs in Australia can offer a compelling degree of flexibility, variety, and earning potential. Discover if contract finance jobs are for you.ROBERT HALF2026-05-25T15:06:00.000+10:00Career developmentHow to negotiate an accounting salarySee practical strategies and industry insights that will simplify your accounting salary negotiations so you can generate positive financial returns for yourself (not just for your organisation). ROBERT HALF2026-01-22T14:50:00.000+11:00Research and insights
