Human resources

Companies scrambling to secure tech talent for internal audit teams

Less than one-third of audit team leaders surveyed have access to the talent they need to fuel AI and machine learning solutions. Leaders are trying a variety of approaches to bridge the gap.

‘People data’, a key to success, often not utilised

The gap between the amount of data collected and what is reviewed by business and HR leaders is “a concerning and recurring theme”, a report says.

How companies are managing pay and rewards amid high inflation

Finance advises HR and leadership on what is possible for pay increases, rewards, and overall salary and people headcount costs.

People risk: How to mitigate the adverse effects of employee behaviour

The biggest risk to your business could be your organisational culture, but there are ways to change it.

Seizing the opportunity to close the skills gap

There is a widening gap between the skills employers need and those workers have, recent AICPA & CIMA research found.

Creating a safe space: Senior leaders can do more to combat discrimination

Senior leaders need to do more to challenge organisational cultures that enable discrimination, report finds.

How to mitigate the risk of retirement brain drain

Retiring professionals can take decades of experience with them when they leave, but finance leaders can take steps to prevent the loss of corporate knowledge.

UK employers expect to raise wages as recruitment challenges persist

Over half of employers expect to raise pay further to recruit and retain staff, but public sector pay rise expectations lag behind.

A top M&A challenge: Culture integration

A new global report says failed integration can derail acquisitions.

How finance professionals can be more inclusive in the workplace

In addition to recruiting employees from diverse groups, ensure inclusivity by providing the same levels of respect and opportunity.

DEI initiatives for leaders: Seeing value, addressing obstacles

The percentage of corporate directors opposing DEI efforts increased, and challenges surrounding diversity in senior roles remain.

4 ways to lead employees through times of anxiety

Acknowledging the challenges your team members are facing can be a powerful response to employee anxiety.

The future of work: Back to the office

Office accommodation is moving toward shorter leases and flexible working set-ups — and demand is growing for prime real estate.

Benefits and flexibility remain important to attract talent, report finds

Employers need to find creative ways to set themselves apart if they want to attract job seekers in tomorrow’s labour market, Indeed and Glassdoor research finds.

3 actions employers can take to attract and retain talent

Employers need to place more value on data and recruitment models to inform a robust workforce strategy.

4 tips for building an effective hybrid team

Understand how finance leaders can make good hiring decisions and support new hires in a flexible work environment.

How successful managers lead up, across, down, and inward

Successful leadership is more than being a good boss. It starts with self-leadership and requires leading across your peers, and up to your boss.

5 ways managers can help employees avoid burnout

Watching for signs of fatigue and creating a support system will help keep your team healthy.

3 ways to improve employees’ trust in their employer

To develop employee trust, examine its elements, build it in line managers, and provide staff with information on company values, mission, and policies.

4 ways middle managers can balance employee and corporate needs

To be effective, middle managers should be transparent with both employees and senior leadership teams, and ensure goals are aligned.

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