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Solving the Staffing Crisis in Accounting Firms

EPISODE · Jul 15, 2024 · 57 MIN

Solving the Staffing Crisis in Accounting Firms

from Federal Tax Updates · host Roger Harris, EA and Annie Schwab, CPA

In episode, Jeff Phillips, CEO of Padgett and founder of AccountingFly, joins Roger Harris and Annie Schwab to discuss the challenges of recruiting and retaining talent in the accounting industry. They explore innovative solutions including remote work, offshore talent, and domestic freelancers as part of a new "talent stack" for firms. The conversation covers practical strategies for attracting candidates, evaluating talent, and building effective remote teams, offering valuable advice for accounting firm owners struggling with staffing issues in today's competitive job market.SponsorsPadgett -  Contact Padgett or Email Jeff Phillips(00:00) - Federal Tax Updates Episode 35 (02:03) - Introducing the Expert Guest: Jeff Phillips (03:32) - Global and Industry-Specific Hiring Challenges (05:46) - The Importance of Flexibility and Remote Work (08:24) - The Value Proposition for Accounting Firms (13:27) - Strategies for Effective Recruitment (25:04) - Building a Modern Firm for the Future (30:56) - Morning Routine for Business Success (31:16) - The Pitfalls of Reactive Hiring & Effective Screening (32:46) - The Importance of Selling to Top Candidates (38:11) - Leveraging Offshore and Freelance Talent (45:56) - Managing Remote Teams Effectively (52:51) - The Future of Hiring in Accounting Get NASBA Approved CPE or IRS Approved CELaunch the course on EarmarkCPE to get free CPE/CE for listening to this episode.Connect with Jeff Phillipshttps://www.padgettadvisors.com/our-teamhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffaccountingflyConnect with the Hosts on LinkedInRoger HarrisAnnie SchwabReviewLeave a review on Apple Podcasts or PodchaserSubscribeSubscribe to the Federal Tax Updates podcast in your favorite podcast app!This podcast is a production of the Earmark MediaThe full transcript for this episode is available by clicking on the Transcript tab at the top of this pageAll content from this podcast by SmallBizPros, Inc. DBA PADGETT BUSINESS SERVICES is intended for informational purposes only.

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