Multiple Resumes – How Does It Help You Get an Accounting Job?

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When you’re applying for accounting jobs, a great resume can make all the difference when it comes to landing an interview and ultimately getting hired. Unfortunately, far too many job seekers end up making the mistake of sending out generic resumes instead of creating multiple documents that are tailored to each position. Having multiple resumes… Read more »

How to Get People to Think of You as an Accounting Leader and Not About Ledgers

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If you are an accountant, it’s common for clients and hiring managers and even your current employer to focus only on your numerical skills. The reality is, however, if you want to advance your career you will need to show you can go beyond just numbers. You need to show you can take on a… Read more »

Where Does Artificial Intelligence Help an Accountant’s Career?

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The technology making artificial intelligence possible has advanced dramatically in recent years, and there are many examples of how AI is used to enhance people’s everyday lives. This is true both in the personal and professional worlds. If you are an accounting professional, it is important to understand how AI is impacting the accounting profession…. Read more »

Want a Promotion? Come Prepared to the Meeting With This Information

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Landing a promotion can help you advance in your career, so you can develop as a professional, increase your income and open the door to new opportunities. However, if you hope to land a promotion, you need to be prepared and ready to show your manager exactly why you deserve one. When you’re attending a… Read more »

How Much Do You Know About GDPR? Are You Fully Knowledgeable for the Upcoming Deadline?

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The European Council and Parliament have agreed to strict new rules regarding data privacy and data protection. These rules, called the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will require accountants to change many aspects of the ways in which they handle information. As an accounting professional, it is imperative you understand the new regulations and are… Read more »

What Are the Signs a Client Could Be Leaving You?

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Maintaining your client list is essential to running a successful accounting firm. It can be more difficult and costly to find new clients than to keep your existing customers happy, so it’s important to watch for signs that those who hire your accounting firm may be thinking of jumping ship. Fortunately, there are a few… Read more »

Going to a Career Fair? Changing Your Mindset Leads to More Success

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Career fairs provide the chance to connect with many employers at once, but unfortunately many people don’t end up building their professional network or finding a job because of a career fair. A big part of the reason so many people are unsuccessful at landing work based on contacts made at a career fair is… Read more »

Blog Introduction

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At Vanguard, our goal is to help employers and employees connect to make it possible to take businesses and careers to the next level.  We’ll help companies build strong teams with resources that will excel, and we’ll help professionals find work opportunities that provide rewarding careers and unparalleled opportunities for job growth. When the right… Read more »