Survey finds 150% rise in open accounting roles due to finance sector staffing shortages
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Sep 23
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What happened
A recent survey conducted by Personiv found that open accounting and finance roles have increased by 150%. The report noted that, according to Bloomberg News and Hudson Labs, over 720 companies cited staffing shortages as a potential risk factor in their filings in 2023.
From forbes.com
Why it matters
The issue is tied to the broader finance sector, where the decline in CPA exam participation has been noted at nearly 50% between 1990 and 2021. This shortage is increasingly viewed as a risk factor in private markets.
From forbes.com
Who's involved
- PersonivConducted a survey regarding accounting and finance roles
- Bloomberg NewsInternational news agency cited regarding company staffing issues