Accounting and finance

Get insights into the latest hiring and employment trends, as well as career and management advice, for accounting and finance professionals.

Building a high-performing ERP project team: Roles and skills that help drive success Building a high-performing ERP project team requires the right mix of roles and skills to ensure a successful implementation. This post covers the essential team members and expertise needed to drive results. ROBERT HALF 2026-04-06T13:13:00.000-07:00 Management tips

4 good reasons to use a small business consultant in 2026 Not sure if small business consulting is right for you? Here are four practical reasons to bring in a consultant—and what they can actually help you with. ROBERT HALF 2026-04-02T14:00:00.000-04:00 Management tips

How small and midsize businesses can attract top accounting professionals in a digital world Discover how small and midsize businesses can compete for top accounting talent using strategic job descriptions and modern hiring practices. ROBERT HALF 2026-04-01T18:30:27.200Z Hiring help

How AI is changing payroll jobs—and how to adapt your payroll career Explore how AI is transforming payroll—from automating routine tasks to reshaping career paths. Learn where human expertise remains essential and how to adapt your skills for the future of payroll. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-31T20:33:00.000-04:00 Career development

3 tips to prevent talent loss after tax season—and other peak work periods Keep your finance and accounting team engaged after busy season with proven retention strategies. Learn how respect, recognition, reward, and readiness can reduce turnover risk in 2026. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-27T16:41:05.362Z Management tips

The hidden talent gaps slowing down ERP upgrades and AI implementations ERP and AI projects often stall due to hidden talent gaps. Learn the four key challenges and how finance and tech leaders can build the right workforce strategy to keep implementations on track. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-26T15:43:20.431Z Hiring help

AI in finance and accounting: How to build a future-ready workforce in 2026 Only 6% of organizations have the talent needed to complete priority projects. Learn how to build a workforce ready for AI in finance and accounting. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-20T15:29:52.403Z Hiring help