{"id":5604,"date":"2010-01-26t11:05:05","date_gmt":"2010-01-26t15:05:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/48e130086c.nxcli.net\/?p=5604"},"modified":"2024-11-19t21:48:57","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20t02:48:57","slug":"accountants-job-mood-dims-even-as-economy-brightens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.g005e.com\/2010\/01\/26\/accountants-job-mood-dims-even-as-economy-brightens\/","title":{"rendered":"accountants’ job mood dims, even as economy brightens"},"content":{"rendered":"

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the accounting and finance employee confidence index, a measure of overall confidence among u.s. accounting and finance workers, dipped 0.8 points to 50.9 in the fourth quarter of 2009, according to the mergis group, the professional placement division of spherion corporation.<\/p>\n

the survey, conducted by harris interactive, shows that more accounting and finance workers believe the economy is getting stronger, although fewer workers expressed confidence in their ability to find a new job.<\/p>\n

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\u201calthough the fourth quarter of 2009 brought about a slight dip in our accounting and finance confidence index, more workers indicated that they believe the economy is starting to show signs of economic stability and strength,\u201d stated brendan courtney, president of the mergis group.<\/p>\n

\u201cwhile we anticipate ongoing fluctuations in confidence over the next few quarters, it is important to highlight that our index remains near the highest level seen in two years. as we delve into 2010, we are starting to have discussions with many companies about hiring plans in the accounting and finance sector. we believe much of this job growth will be fueled by the demand for skilled professionals who can successfully navigate companies through the increasing regulatory environment being set forth by government legislation and industry standards. positions such as tax accountants, auditors, compliance directors, credit managers and financial analysts will be in great demand this year.\u201d<\/p>\n

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