I’m blessed to be writing this newsletter from the Baltic town of Miedzyzdroje. I’m spending about a month in Germany and Poland visiting family and friends. The great thing about my job is that you can do it from just about anywhere. I am a big advocate for pursuing the career and lifestyle you want.… Read More »
I read a couple of interesting articles recently that discuss the employment market and the high demand for tax people. This first article, War for talent: Twin Cities accounting firms face mounting competition for workers discusses the competitive demand in public accounting for tax professionals in the Twin Cities. In my opinion the same issues… Read More »
I hope all of you are surviving the first few weeks of Tax Season. Please remember to lift your head up and look outside now and then, eat healthy and hug your significant others a lot! Just a little while longer til you all can breathe again. As always, please keep us in mind if… Read More »
The beginning of a new year is often a time when people begin considering whether to make a change from their current position. While busy season often makes looking for a new job and changing situations difficult, there are still small things that you can do to guarantee more success in your job search. Of… Read More »
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! These are the last few days before the six or so weeks of holiday festivities and family gatherings that seem to take up so much of our time and attention. While it may seem like an good time to take a small step back from your tax job search, I’d encourage you… Read More »
It’s finally feeling like fall! Those of you in public accounting have just finished up with your last deadline, and for many of you, especially in corporate tax jobs, this is the time of year for quarterly provision and other year-end deadlines. I hope that you’ll all have at least a little breather to enjoy… Read More »
Congratulations to all of you who just made it through the September 15th deadline. Now’s the time to take a little breath before heading into year-end deadlines and holidays! I’ve spoken to several tax professionals who will be using this time to consider their next career moves. Our clients are also reflecting on their needs… Read More »
Now that summer is coming to an end, many of you are getting set or are already well into the fall busy season. Whether that’s deadlines in September, October or both, this can be a tense time where many people don’t even consider their job search. I know from experience that tax season and hiring… Read More »
Enjoy an evening of CPE over dinner with friends and colleagues on Tuesday, July 28th. Due to the surge of M&A activity in our region, the subject is ASC 740 implications of Business Combinations. Presented by Greg Wichmann and Dan Bowman of Deloitte, Las Vegas, and brought to you by FTL. The event is $20… Read More »
In April I began a monthly series focused on setting up your tax job search for success. Whether or not you’re actively looking for a new tax career now, re-evaluating your career goals now and then is a great way to keep your professional development on track. I read an article recently which stated that… Read More »