How are accountant vacancies faring amidst the challenging times in England and Wales’ broader economy? What are the leading sectors and roles? Which regions have the highest activity, and which firms are the busiest? Download our new report to find out.
Written in partnership with Morgan McKinley, this report analyses the recruitment of accountant professionals within different sectors in England and Wales. It observes the trends of the annual and monthly totals, compares the skills in demand, a regional breakdown of recruitment, and the hiring activity of top firms.
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