Structuring year-end engagements: Tips for success
You’ll want to approach year-end engagements thoughtfully so you can maximize the time and talent of the finance professionals working for your firm on a contract basis. That means looking beyond short-term task coverage and focusing on integration, planning and collaboration. Aim to do the following:
Start early: Onboard contract talent a few weeks before peak deadlines to make sure they’re trained, familiar with key software and systems, and ready to contribute when workloads spike.
Define scope: Write clear role descriptions and set performance expectations so contract finance and accounting talent stay aligned with team priorities and avoid scope creep.
Provide access: Grant contract talent the necessary system permissions, templates and reporting tools from day one. Nothing slows productivity faster than waiting for approvals.
Encourage collaboration: Pair contract F&A professionals with permanent employees for handoffs and joint projects to help build trust and maintain continuity in workstreams.