News & Information about accounting careers and hiring
Simplifying your resume means it’s crisp, clean, and able to hold the attention of a hiring manager or recruiter. Keeping it simple shows that you understand who are as a professional and what you have to offer an employer. Tailoring your skills and experience focuses on the professional elements you want to use in your… Read more »
When working as a contract accounting consultant, your reputation is your livelihood. Clients hire contractors because someone attests to their skills and abilities. As a result, you get much more work when they choose you because of your reputation. Here are five ways to build a great reputation as a contract accounting consultant. 5 Ways… Read more »
We are celebrating “Staffing for Canada” Week This week the nation is once again celebrating “Staffing for Canada” week. Each year Canada recognized the contributions the staffing industry makes to the economy. It’s a timely reminder of the part staffing professionals play in keeping Canadians employed and businesses productive and profitable.Staffing for Canada Week first… Read more »
Created to promote gender equality at home and in the workplace, the Government of Canada launched its new parental sharing benefit on March 17, 2019. Fathers of a newborn or newly adopted child are offered an additional five weeks of Employment Insurance (EI) parental benefits when both parents, including same-sex parents, agree to share parental… Read more »
As we approach the end of 2018, I would like to inform you that effective December 21st, 2018 Dave Kastelic will retire from Mercer Bradley. I have been most privileged over the past 10 years to have had the opportunity to work with Dave. He brings a sharp wit, great sense of humour and an… Read more »
Part of your job as an accountant is staying current on industry trends. This includes dealing with cryptocurrency. You need to know what the tax implications are for Canadian taxpayers using cryptocurrency to ensure your clients pay the proper amount of personal income tax. 1) What Cryptocurrency Is Cryptocurrency is a digital currency that is… Read more »
Mercer Bradley is proud to partner with the Association of Canadian Search, Employment & Staffing Services (ACSESS) on Certified Personnel Consultant (CPC) certification. ACSESS is the national voice of the recruiting, employment and staffing services industry in Canada. The organization uses professional development, research, resources, government relations and advocacy to advance best practices and ethical… Read more »
Laws and regulations against discriminatory hiring practices in Canada clearly outline employers’ responsibilities for ensuring fair treatment of job candidates. As a member of The Association of Canadian Search, Employment & Staffing Services (ACSESS), Mercer Bradley is proud to show adherence to the Association’s Code of Ethics & Standards and comply with all anti-discrimination hiring… Read more »
Meet Dave Kastelic, Practice Leader, Edmonton Dave Kastelic, CPA, CMA is a Practice Leader for Mercer Bradley in Edmonton. He started his career by gaining valuable leadership experience as an accountant in the oil and gas industry. An entrepreneur to the core, Dave took an executive role with a start-up oil and gas service company… Read more »
When interviewing for an accounting position, it’s important you prepare ahead of time. This includes reviewing potential questions and practicing clear, concise answers. Here are five questions likely to show up during your next accounting interview. Question #1: Who or What Encouraged You to Become an Accountant? Your reasons for being an accountant provide the… Read more »
