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EPISODE · Oct 19, 2025 · 5 MIN

why your finance CV is being ignored (and how to fix it)

from the FACT podcast (UK edition) · host Randstad UK

Are you sending out CVs for finance roles you're perfect for, only to hear... silence?The problem isn't your experience; it's the algorithm. Over 90% of large companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that filter your application before a human ever sees it.In this episode, we break down exactly why traditional F&A CVs fail and give you the framework to beat the bots.We cover:How to stop listing 'responsibilities' and start proving your 'impact'.The art of tailoring: Mirroring keywords to get past the filter.Using powerful metrics and the STAR method to quantify your value.Crafting a 3-second summary that wows a hiring manager.It's time to stop being invisible and start getting interviews.Join our Finance and Accounting community: https://www.randstad.co.uk/finance-accounting-community/

Are you sending out CVs for finance roles you're perfect for, only to hear... silence?The problem isn't your experience; it's the algorithm. Over 90% of large companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that filter your application before a human ever sees it.In this episode, we break down exactly why traditional F&A CVs fail and give you the framework to beat the bots.We cover:How to stop listing 'responsibilities' and start proving your 'impact'.The art of tailoring: Mirroring keywords to get past the filter.Using powerful metrics and the STAR method to quantify your value.Crafting a 3-second summary that wows a hiring manager.It's time to stop being invisible and start getting interviews.Join our Finance and Accounting community: https://www.randstad.co.uk/finance-accounting-community/

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