'Unemployed for eight months, what do I do?' (job opportunities for accountants in small companies) (Managing Your Career)

Article Abstract:

Accountants who have been laid off by large companies may turn to small business companies for potential job opportunities. Contrary to the trend among giant companies, small businesses are increasing their staff and employing accountants to assist them in future growth. A Dun and Bradstreet survey indicates that 80% of the 1.9 million jobs to be created in 1992 will come from companies with less than 100 employees. Another survey reported that entrepreneurs intend to increase their workforce by 16%. Highly skilled professionals, especially those who used to work for major companies, hold the greatest opportunities in these businesses. Small companies offer such attractive benefits as stock option plans and significant bonuses and salaries. Teamwork and a sense of common goal are other advantages. Techniques on how to gain employment in small businesses are discussed.

Methods, Small business, Recruiting, Employment, Job applicants

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'How many job hops can I get away with?' (career change among accountants)(Careers)

Article Abstract:

Job-hopping has become an acceptable practice for accountants who want to acquire a diverse set of knowledge and skills through different accounting jobs. In the past, job candidates who had changed jobs frequently were looked upon suspiciously, but currently, having held several positions is no longer viewed with as much skepticism as it was before. According to one study, accountants will only be viewed negatively if they change jobs at least five times in 10 years. However, individuals might still be seen as being unstable and uncommitted if they fail to demonstrate that each change was made to advance their careers and not just to amass more money or to leave unsatisfactory employers. Accountants who choose to job-hop should always have a long-term planning, thinking in terms of where a job will take them three and four moves later.

Planning, Career changes, Career development

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Opening your own business

Article Abstract:

Establishing their own practice is a viable option for public accountants given the robustness of the economy and the general strength of the accounting profession. Self-employment is particularly ideal for practitioners who prefer to be autonomous and have the flexibility to chose their own work hours. However, accountants should be aware that building their own business entails many challenges. They may have to work long hours and demonstrate strong commitment to the business to achieve success. They will also require skills in administration, marketing, billing, customer service and personnel management. An option for accountants who want greater independence is to become a consultant. They can provide consulting services on their own or through a staffing agency.

Management, Column, Self-employed persons, Self employed persons

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