How to grow as a finance professional by ‘unlearning’ past mindsets
Learn how to “unlearn” past mindsets and behaviours in order to grow as a finance professional.
COVID-19 FAQs for Moir Group Candidates & Clients
In such times of unprecedented change and disruption, the Moir Group are doing everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all of our employees, clients, candidates and stakeholders – it is our utmost priority. As a business, we are taking a number of preventative measures to ensure that we doing everything we […]
Coronavirus & your career: job seeking during the COVID-19 crisis
The coronavirus is changing the way we work, with an increased push towards virtual working practices. Don’t let this deter your job search. Check out our tips on how you can take control of your career in these changing times.
How to network effectively
Networking is the most effective means of accessing the hidden job market. Here we share some valuable tips for great networking.
2019/20 Salary Review: Finance & Accounting
We’ve reviewed our salary data for 25 finance and accounting roles from Accounts Payable through to the CFO level and have seen modest growth in wages from the 2018/19 to 2019/20 financial year. See where you sit in our annual salary report.
Mental Health in the Workplace
Moir Group Director Stephen Moir shares his thoughts on how you can create a workplace environment where employees feel comfortable talking about mental health.
Transforming from numbers to leadership – your career success starts with you
The inspiring David Grbin, CFO for W.H. Soul Pattinson at our most recent emerging leaders’ event shares his knowledge and wisdom about his career journey.
Confidently projecting your personal brand
In order to stand out when going for a role, you need to think about what it is you represent, cultivate your personal brand and carry this through everything you do.
Empathy with an edge – The makings of great leadership
An empathetic leadership style instils confidence within an organisation and team. It immediately builds a level of trust and fosters a strong team culture.
Things you need to know when negotiating your salary
In this article, we will discuss when you should justifiably ask for a pay rise; the benefits of non-monetary rewards; and the ‘5 C’s’ for successful outcomes during tough salary negotiations.
Managing anxiety at work during the COVID-19 crisis
In times of upheaval and uncertainty, anxiety and stress at work increases. We recently ran a webinar with Yolanda Beattie to discuss how finance leaders can best manage themselves and their teams during these unprecedented times. Check out some of her top tips here.
How to build more resilient, caring and inspired teams during a pandemic
The key to building more resilient, connected and inspired teams during a pandemic all comes down to one key factor: care. Leadership resilience expert Graeme Cowan shared his thoughts on how we can all do this, in one of our recent webinars.
Finance & Accounting Salary Review – 2018/19
Better understand your place in the jobs market with our 2018/19 salary snapshot. This covers annual salary packages for finance and accounting professionals as well as average hourly rates for contractors.
Reflections of a CFO: The highs, the lows and what’s next?
Respected CFO Louise Higgins, shares the five key lessons that she has learnt in her career and how she will use these lessons to approach the next phase.
Future proof yourself for the workplace of tomorrow
Two key emerging trends of the future workplace are the need to stand out from the crowd and the increasing popularity of flexible work arrangements.
Starting a new job during COVID-19: A contractor’s perspective
Taking on new job is always a steep learning curve – but doing it at the height of a global pandemic, while leading a team remotely is a whole new challenge. That’s exactly what happened to Rohit – Moir Group contractor and Chartered Accountant. Here, he shares his story and his advice for job seekers.
Will I stay, or will I go?
Whether it’s a new challenge in your current role that you are seeking, or you want to take that next step in your career with a new opportunity, here are some things to think about to ensure that you have the clarity you need to make that next move.
Is this job right for me? 8 questions to ask yourself
What are some of the questions you should be asking yourself before and after a job interview to make sure you come away from it knowing whether it’s the right career opportunity and fit for you?
What’s a career plan and why do you need one?
When you hear the words “career plan,” it may not immediately elicit a great deal of excitement for you, but it’s a valuable thing to have, especially when you’re considering your next career move.
How to embrace the AI revolution in finance and accounting
There is no question that the finance function is undergoing significant change with the rise of AI (Artificial Intelligence). So, just how far reaching is the impact of AI and what can you do to ensure you are on the front foot in your career journey?
Accounting jobs in Australia 2019: The impact of technology
Want to understand more about the impacts of AI and learn what you can you do to upskill and position yourself for success? Learn how you can embrace the AI revolution in finance and accounting.
Update regarding Moir Group Events and COVID-19
An important update regarding upcoming Moir Group events for 2020.
Not-for-profit, COVID-19 and looking ahead: a candidate’s perspective
Financial Accountant Liz has been working in her not-for-profit role for over 10 years, when she lost her job due to COVID-19. She had to start all over again – here she shares her story and her “never give up” attitude.
Moir Group webinar program – insights and key learnings
We’ve been running a fantastic webinar program here at Moir to help you through these uncertain times. Check out some of the great resources we’ve got already and stay tuned for more in the coming weeks!
How you can have greater influence as a finance leader
How we think influences how we process and use information we receive. Using the Whole Brain Thinking approach, you can get a better understanding for other people’s thinking preferences, which in turn will help you to have greater influence as a finance leader. Learn how.
Interview Coaching
Prepare yourself for interviews with a 1hr personalised coaching session with Moir Group’s Learning and Development manager.
Resumé & LinkedIn Coaching
A 1hr coaching session designed to update your resume and LinkedIn profile so that it showcases your strengths and experience.
How reverse mentoring can help you build a successful team in finance
Reverse mentoring offers many benefits in the workplace. Check out our tips on how you can successfully build reverse mentoring into your organisation.
The importance of inclusion and wellbeing at work
What happens when inclusion is not included as part of the onboarding process and what can you do to foster a more inclusive, motivated and positive team environment? Check out these top tips.
3 Attributes of Excellent Organisations
Moir Group Director Stephen Moir shares his thoughts on the three things that make an organisation excellent.
How to identify & win the right role
Newton Soares manages Moir Group’s permanent recruitment team. In this video he talks discusses how you can identify and win the right role for you.
Taking control of your career during COVID-19
Five key steps necessary for you to take control of your career during COVID-19.
How to plan the next stage of your finance career
This video discusses ways that you can take control of the job search process and plan your career.
5 strategies to help you land that next role – remotely
Win that role remotely with these handy tips for conducting a successful video job interview.
The Journey from Corporate to a Not-for-Profit Organisation with Meredith Scott
In this Moir Group event, Meredith Scott, CEO for Opportunity International Australia, will share her career journey from a Big 4 accounting firm to leading a not-for-profit organisation, the lessons she learnt along the way and how she had to adapt and grow her leadership style to suit different stakeholders and teams.
What are Competency-Based Interview Questions and how can you prepare for them?
Behavioural or Competency Based interviews (CBI) are very common these days and quite different to your standard interview.
4 tips to help you prepare for an interview
How you perform at the job interview is crucial in determining whether you get the role. By being well-prepared for your interview, you can increase your chance of success.
How to write an effective cover letter
Learn to write an effective cover letter that will help land you your dream finance or accounting role.
How to make your LinkedIn profile stand out
Your resumé and LinkedIn profile are your personal brand. Having a high-quality LinkedIn profile can provide you with new connections and job opportunities that will see your career flourish in the future.
How to write a winning resumé
Learn how to write a winning finance and accountancy résumé. We cover the ideal length and structure for your résumé, as well as an outline of all the key features.