Do you want to find the best accounting talent ASAP? Let’s talk about fast hiring.
We know time is money, and the longer it takes to find the right candidate, the higher the cost of the process. As a busy accounting firm, you want to build a pool of high-quality candidates, but you don't have endless hours to dedicate to the hiring process. Tax season is coming, and there no not much time to waste.
But don't worry, there are effective strategies to help you find the best talent quickly. In this blog post, we'll share some tips and tricks to help you streamline your hiring process and build the team you need in no time.
Know what you want
If you want to find the best candidate for a job, it's important to know what you're looking for and what you're not. This is especially true if you're working with staffing services or scouting boards. If you don't provide a detailed description of what you don't want, you might end up with a bunch of unqualified applicants to sort through.
Most people just post the basic job details and hope for the best, but that won't necessarily get you the right person for the job. To find the perfect fit, you need to do a little extra work and really understand what the job requires and what kind of person would thrive on your team.
Explicitly state what you’re looking for
To get top-notch talent interested in your company, you need to make sure they can find your job postings and want to work for you. That means writing job descriptions that are both informative and easy to understand. Candidates should be able to quickly figure out whether the job is a good fit for them based on the responsibilities and requirements listed.
Keep it concise, though—no one wants to read a novel! With great job descriptions, you'll attract the best talent and find the perfect fit for your team.
Use niche staffing solutions
Whether you're conducting your own job search or partnering with a staffing agency, it's important to choose one that specializes in the specific job skills and experience you're looking for. This will help you narrow your search to candidates who are already experienced and actively seeking opportunities like yours.
Specialized staffing agencies also have a deeper understanding of the industry they focus on, such as accounting, which can be a huge advantage during the hiring process. Interviewers will be able to ask more targeted questions and have a clearer understanding of what to look for in candidates.
If you're looking for unique arrangements, such as remote work, contractors, or flexible schedules, consider using freelancers' platforms or outsourcing staffing services. They can provide valuable insight and help you make the right selections for your needs.
Streamline your hiring process
As they say, time is money. According to Edie Goldberg, founder of E.L. Goldberg & Associates, a talent management and development company in Menlo Park, California, the total cost of hiring a new employee can be three to four times their salary when you consider both direct and indirect costs. Indirect costs include the time and effort departmental leaders and managers invest in supporting the HR-specific roles of the hiring process.
When you think about the cost of using multiple job scouting platforms, it can really add up. Despite the talent shortage, there are still plenty of people in the US job market, so it's important to be efficient with your hiring process to avoid unnecessary costs.
So here is how you can streamline this process:
- Be specific about what you don't want in your job application.
- Cut out useless steps.
- Delegate the process to someone else.
Try out niche pre-selection pools
Certain agencies provide a pool of pre-selected candidates, which means that these professionals have already been scouted, interviewed, and categorized by their expertise, and they are just waiting to receive an offer. These staffing agencies have grown in popularity in recent years, focusing on remote work, offshore hiring, and digital staffing solutions.
Have you made out your mind? Don’t let it go
Aiming for what you are looking for is just as important as knowing when to tide the not. And with the best candidates often off the market in under 10 days, you know you don't have time to waste. You'd be surprised to learn how many managers have lost their top candidates simply because they didn't make a call over the weekend or took a few days to reevaluate. Making a quick decision is essential, and it also depends on where you're conducting your research. From our experience, we've found that a fast hiring process can take up to two weeks for the interview process.
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Kevin Mitchell, CPA
Senior Manager and CPA with over 20 years of experience in accounting and financial services, specializing in risk management and regulatory compliance. Skilled in managing audits and leading teams to deliver exceptional services. Proud father of two.
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