Posts by Karen Spann

Gone are the days when people were required to comb through newspapers, peruse local bulletin boards, or speak with various businesses in order to find a job. The internet has made it easier than ever for job seekers and companies to connect, giving both sides more options. However, many companies are finding that there are…

Companies are more frequently turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to help them optimize their resources and productivity. Being able to automate processes or tasks, especially in the area of recruitment, increases efficiency and saves time. Because of the ongoing labor shortage and the demand for highly-qualified candidates, a company’s recruitment process is an important part…

Hierarchy is generally important in most jobs within organizations, both large and small. As such, almost every finance department has a set hierarchy, though the specific titles may vary by organization. It is important to understand the hierarchy of finance jobs because it often explains the specific duties attributed to each position and maps out the workflow…

The field of finance is incredibly broad and incredibly old. Finance has been around for thousands of years. However, the modern finance industry is a little bit different than in ancient times, seeing as we have computers, the internet, and more ability to keep track of where money goes. Positions in finance vary by company or organization,…

Many job titles exist to describe people who handle finances, from financial analysts to accountants to tax auditors, but there are a lot of details contained within position titles and job descriptions that help us discern the differences between each title. Finance is a huge industry that requires many different working parts to ensure the entire machine functions. To…

Accounting clerks come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, some jobs require more data entry, while others require more communication. The specific office clerk qualifications required for success vary by organization, and the duties of the clerk. However, four essential qualities are critical thinking skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and integrity. These qualities do not guarantee success,…

Accounting clerks have a very important role in the financial departments of many organizations, keeping track of financial data, creating reports, and checking statements for accuracy are some of the duties an accounting clerk may perform. The question remains, what skills do you need to be an accounting clerk? To be a successful accounting clerk, some necessary…

Accounting is a very necessary career, and one that people are willing to pay for, which is great news for accounting majors and current accountants alike. Accounting firms and businesses alike find financial wisdom incredibly valuable, and accountants generally feel well compensated for their work. As such, finding your niche in the accounting world can…