Job Market

The job market is more complex than ever because of new technologies, globalization, an emerging generation of workers and many other factors. These powerful forces can affect your career goals — and your ability to reach them. So it's important to understand the latest job market trends. Robert Half can help you stay up to date on these trends, spot opportunities and dodge obstacles in your professional path.

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The Accountant Unemployment Rate Remains Low in Q1

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The unemployment rate for auditors and accountants was just 1.9 percent in the first quarter of 2018. Read about the jobless rates for other finance and accounting roles.

By Robert Half April 16, 2018 at 2:00pm
By Robert Half April 16, 2018 at 2:00pm
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10 Cities Where It Pays to Be a Payroll Manager

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Looking for work as a payroll manager? See 10 cities that offer the highest salaries for the role, and consider other factors, such as cost of living, job opportunities and quality of life.

By Robert Half April 12, 2018 at 10:00am
By Robert Half April 12, 2018 at 10:00am
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Private vs. Public: Choose Your Accounting Career Path

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Whether you’re a recent graduate entering the workforce or someone considering a career change, a recruiting manager gives you what you need to know about the public and private accounting career paths.

By Robert Half April 11, 2018 at 4:00pm
By Robert Half April 11, 2018 at 4:00pm