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ACCA fellow Olayinka Alimi talks about his career, how he got into finance and the work he's doing now
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Strong remuneration packages, supportive employers, large operations and the chance to make a real difference all mean the public sector is a great career option for experienced accountants
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Bounce back from job rejection
20/04/2022
If you have suffered rejection from a job application, we explore how to bounce back -
Work from home effectively
06/04/2020
Follow our tips below to help you remain focused and productive when working from home. -
Specialise in: non-financial reporting
22/09/2021
We examine the role of the non-financial reporting manager, the skills required and how to get into this specialism -
Changing jobs while studying
18/06/2020
Two recent ACCA prize winners tell us how they managed to change jobs while also progressing through their ACCA exams -
Now of course work is always stressful to some degree. Here are some practical steps to help
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Auditing your skillset
19/07/2022
How do you keep your expertise up-to-date so you are first in line for new job opportunities? -
Working with recruitment agencies
20/09/2021
How to make the most of working with recruitment agents to find interesting new roles -
With many people working from home, we offer some guidance on doing so safely and securely
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While being bilingual is necessary for some of the jobs out there, it can also get you to the top of the interview list with most other employers
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Communication and listening skills
04/02/2022
How to deliver messages clearly, precisely and succinctly, while listening to others, is a sought-after skill -
How to stick to your goals
07/04/2022
Have your resolutions for the year faltered? Find ways to regain your focus -
Unlocking the value of data
09/03/2022
Louise Burke, managing director at the Open Data Institute, discusses how important data is to finance professionals -
The more you can understand the mindset of the typical recruiter, the better you can steer your application to getting a positive result
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Breaking down the mystique of applicant tracking systems
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How to prepare for video interviews
27/08/2021
Video job interviews require the usual preparation combined with a few other specific points to consider -
Destination… Luxembourg!
15/07/2021
The small European city that packs a big punch, with great career opportunities and lifestyle -
Our eight top tips for virtual interviews
01/05/2020
We spoke to recruitment specialists from across the sector – including in-house professionals, consultants and academics – to get their top tips on running interviews virtually. -
Five ways to sustain your career motivation
22/07/2022
No one is motivated 100% of the time and we all need a few strategies to help keep our eyes on the prize