The start of the year is infamous for being decidedly downbeat. The weather, the post-festive blues, the depleted bank balance and New Year resolutions broken on the first day of trying, make for glum faces. But despair not! There’s light at the end of the tunnel. Looking ahead, January and February are also officially the […]
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You’re a rising star and you know it. So why should this be a secret? In the world of accounting it pays not only to maintain your career status but actively encourage progression. It’s true not everyone will have the same zeal and positive attitude as you do – so advocate for yourself and push
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Accountancy changes faster than a Hollyoaks storyline: tax codes, new regulations, digitalisation and upgraded technology can all add plot twists to the day-to-day work of financial professionals. This is also a sector that’s constantly expanding, with many new niches to explore . . . and the good news is becoming a specialist makes you extra-desirable
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We’re at that time of the year again when many will be in a frantic flurry to finalise accounts for HMRC. But even when face deep in the books, pondering the black and red of financial life, it’s also the perfect time to take stock of your own career in accountancy. You may already be
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Fancy yourself as a Sherlock Holmes or Miss Marple super sleuth? s1jobs could have the perfect career for you! Part detective, part number cruncher, the role of Forensic Accountant is highly specialised. It demands finely tuned analytical skills to investigate who might have to be put on the naughty step because of financial discrepancies, fraud,
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Today s1jobs would like to salute the heroes of our communities: the workers who make our society extra special. And where better to look for a first class service than among postal workers? Come rain or shine, sleet or snow, posties are a dedicated bunch who always make sure we get our Christmas cards –
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Are you looking for a new career before the new decade dawns? Well, your timing is perfect. The demand for seasonal workers peaks right now, with companies seeking to ease the pressure of the festive rush. Wrap up a temporary winter job and this can often lead to a lucrative, long-term position. Show all part-time
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Accounting has jumped on the green bandwagon and is holding on tight. It’s no surprise. With the planet’s health in such a critical condition, promoting eco-friendly credentials has never been more important. This is why many accountants are increasingly attracted to jobs in a branch of financial services called Green Accounting. Show all Accountancy jobs across Scotland Unlike
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Here’s a shocking proposition: Accountancy is not just about numbers! It’s true. While numeracy, financial acumen, analytical know-how and much more are all incredibly important, there are other, more subtle skills that are required to become successful in the field of accounting. Just ask Kelvin Ng, who is a tax associate at one of Scotland’s
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“If you’re walking down the right path, and you’re willing to keep walking, eventually you’ll make progress.” These are the words of former US President Barack Obama. But they could have been written for Catherine Livingstone. That’s because one of the key things that first attracted Catherine to accountancy was its structured career path. After
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