How to be more effective at work: develop your soft skills

If you’re reading this article, it’s likely you’re looking for ways to make yourself a more valued employee or are in desperate need of some ways to move up the career ladder. Many employees, managers and even business owners often lack vital skills that make them far more appreciated and effective at their roles. These […]

6 reasons why your finance career is going nowhere

With recent and up coming technological, political and economic changes, a career in accounting is set to become more and more diverse and opportunities to work for exciting companies are going to soar. But for many accountants, it’s easy to feel like your position and career have gone stagnant. That’s a massive shame and means […]

Are your finance skills being fully used?

You’ve worked hard for your accountancy qualifications, you’re diligent in your job, you always give your best, and you’re determined to do whatever it takes to climb the ladder within your organisation to the pinnacle of Finance Director. And yet you’re left with the feeling that your abilities are, at best, not fully utilised and […]

Sometimes, the grass is actually greener!

Have you ever done something, really, really out of your comfort zone? I’m talking about taking a huge leap of faith and trusting your gut, I have! I made a move, just as many of us recruiters in this incestuous market and money orientated rat race have done, I changed jobs. But, I didn’t just […]

Are you satisfied with your accountancy career?

If you believe you would like a change in your accountancy career, perhaps it is time to push yourself a little further out of your comfort zone. Are you satisfied with your accounting career? If the answer is no, it may be time to look for opportunities elsewhere or in a new role. If you […]

The 1 question you will be asked at interview

Transcription: [Please excuse any typing errors as this is a direct transcription.] Hello. I’m Matthew Finch from BTG recruitment. We’re accounting and finance recruitment experts. I’m known as the go-to guy for accounting and finance recruitment in the East Midlands. Today we’re going to be talking about one of the most common interview questions, what […]

The (little known) strategy that will secure you your dream accountancy job

The (little known) strategy that will secure you your dream accountancy job Transcription: [Please excuse any typing errors as this is a direct transcription.] I’m Matthew Finch, from BTG Recruitment. We’re experts in accounting and finance recruitment. We’ve been recruiting accountants for over 13 years, and my background, I’m a qualified accountant and I’m known […]

Have you ever been rejected for an interview?

Have you missed out on securing an interview unnecessarily? Could it be because you are missing these essential skills off your CV? The recruitment world is becoming increasingly busy; it’s great! Candidates who know how to make themselves stand out from the crowd have multiple opportunities on the go and are having their pick of […]

What makes a great finance director?

The role of today’s finance director has evolved into one of a more rounded business leader than their counterpart 20 years ago. It’s time to lay to rest the old stereotype of the humble accountant, feverishly working away in an office behind the scenes. Instead, this tired image has been replaced with one of an […]

Will you make this simple mistake and destroy your interview confidence?

The simple mistakes most make that will destroy interview confidence – Making the wrong first impression by getting your personal presentation wrong! “look sharp – feel sharp – be sharp” – Zig Ziglar If you walk into your interview with confidence, you will stand a better chance of securing your dream role. First impressions and […]

The 8 simple steps to writing the perfect accounts CV

As experts in Accountancy and Finance recruitment, one of the most common questions we get asked is “what do I need to put in the perfect CV?” So, here are our top tips for writing a CV that will help you secure the accounts role of your dreams. Contact Information: I know this sounds obvious, […]