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.
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.
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!
Event highlights: The economic outlook for 2021, with Felicity Emmett
View extended highlights from our November 2020 Moir Group webinar. In this insightful video ANZ senior economist Felicity Emmett, gives her specific take on the state of the Australian economy from both a local and international perspective, with a particular focus on the Melbourne market. Learn to look for the signs pointing to economic recovery and find out what’s next for Australia in 2021.
Taking control of your career during COVID-19
Five key steps necessary for you to take control of your career during COVID-19.
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.
Disruptive technology & trends changing the world: a Moir Group event
Simon Corah, CEO from Growth Mantra discusses innovative technologies and other emerging trends that are changing the way we work and live. Watch key insights from the event.
How to move from a contract to a permanent job
Contracting can be a valuable pathway to a permanent role, giving you a ‘foot in the door.’ Learn how to position yourself best for a successful move from a contract to permanent job.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Economic trends for 2020: Coronavirus, trade wars and bushfires – what impact will they have?
Shane Oliver talks noise around coronavirus, Trump, the bushfires and what we can expect to see from the local and global economies over the next 12 months.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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?
Taking control of your finance career during COVID-19 and beyond
As COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease, there is likely to be an increase in confidence from employers and employees, and more opportunities will be out there. Now it’s about making yourself stand out and securing the best role for you.
Supporting staff to return to work after COVID-19
As social distancing restrictions begin to ease, employees may have a mixed response about returning to the office. It is critical for business leaders and HR departments to listen to concerns and keep their staff motivated and informed of changes as they prepare to return to work after COVID-19.
Creating a Personal Development Plan: A guide for accountants & finance professionals
With COVID-19 taking a toll on the Australian employment market, competition for accounting and finance roles is at a high.
In this article, we discuss how creating a Personal Development Plan could give you a competitive edge and keep you in the driving seat of your career.
The top 3 myths about moving from the commercial sector to a not for profit finance job
The NFP sector has changed a lot in the last 5-10 years and old misconceptions still abound. In this article we uncover the top 3 myths about moving from the commercial sector into a not for profit finance job and the reality behind the myths.
How to be a more mindful leader
CEO of Change Ready, Simon Rountree shares his top tips on mindfulness and how we can all be more present, connected and engaged in our lives and work.
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.
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 […]
How to perform your best in interviews
Learn how you can best leverage the valuable opportunity a job interview provides and get advice on how you can win that role.
Sell yourself effectively to ace your accounting and finance job-search
Numbers people don’t always make good salespeople. This can hurt your chances when looking for a new job. Learn how to ace your accounting finance job search by promotin your soft skills, fine-tuning your personal brand and selling yourself effectively.
Transitioning from Corporate to Not-for-Profit: A Leader’s Perspective
Meredith Scott shares her journey from a big four accountancy firm to CEO of Opportunity International Australia, a leading for-purpose organisation, the lessons she learnt along the way and how she had to adapt her leadership style to suit different teams and stakeholders.
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.
The case for economic optimism in Australia
Rebecca Huntley shares her thoughts on why we as Australians seem to hold a pessimistic view about our economic future and why there is a case for economic optimism.
What it’s like to job seek during COVID-19: A candidate’s perspective
Finance contractor Shree sat down with Moir Group to share his story of what it’s like to look for a job during COVID-19, what he is doing to upskill and how he’s staying positive.
Books We Love – Learnings from Great Leaders
If you want to be a great finance leader why not take a leaf out of these three books. Moir Group Director Stephen Moir reviews three of his favourite reads: Hit Refresh – Satya Nadella Legacy – James Kerr Team of Rivals – Doris Kearns Goodwin Let us know your favourite books in the comments […]
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.
The benefits of job-share
In this video, the lovely women of Moir Group share their experiences with job-share and how it has benefited them – both personally and for the business as a whole.
Career Coaching
A 1.5hr coaching session to help you develop a tailored career plan and define your personal brand.
Recruitment Data & Trends 2019
Recruitment data for the first 5 months of 2019 reveals interesting trends that are emerging, including an increase in analytical and data-focused roles in finance. So, what do you need to know?
Books We Love
In this weekly chat, Stephen Moir shares his favourite books and the lessons he learnt from them.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.