Insights into 2024 accounting & finance hiring trends

Insights into 2024 accounting & finance hiring trends 

In the dynamic realm of Swiss finance, 2024 promises continued emphasis on productivity and efficiency. While the demand for financial talent remains robust, the landscape is evolving, requiring professionals to embody flexibility and embrace a holistic business partnership role. Olivier Pietrantoni, Manager at Swiss recruitment specialist Robert Walters, shares insights into what to expect in today’s challenging financial labor market. 

Most in-demand finance professionals in 2024 

– Financial Controller
– Senior Internal Auditor
– Senior Accountant 

Key values for accounting & finance professionals in 2024 

– Embraced diversity & inclusion
– Enhanced well-being strategies
– Flexible working arrangements 

Main challenges employers face in recruiting finance talent 

– High salary & benefit expectations (58%)
– Lack of technical qualifications (54%)
– Lack of industry experience (42%) 

Olivier Pietrantoni underscores the importance of assessing not just experience but also candidates’ potential, business acumen, and communication skills when attracting new talent. 

Financial job market in motion 

"In 2024, the Swiss finance and accounting job market reveals a dynamic landscape characterized by a relatively short average tenure of 1.9 years for professionals in their roles. This brief duration underscores the industry’s fast-paced nature, emphasizing the value placed on adaptability and skill evolution. The evidence supporting this trend is further bolstered by the significant statistic that 81% of finance professionals are actively considering a job change. This high percentage reflects a widespread inclination for seeking fresh challenges and opportunities, underscoring the need for organizations to attract and retain talent through innovative and competitive offerings in the ever-evolving financial landscape," notes Olivier. 

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