As Q1 comes to a close, the 2026 Accounting & Finance Salary Guide highlights how the market is shifting toward skills‑based hiring, flexible work models, and a more informed candidate pool. These trends are shaping how A&F teams plan their next hires and position themselves for the rest of the year.

Many leaders wait too long to hire their first Executive Assistant, not realizing how much time and clarity an EA restores. The right EA becomes a strategic partner who brings structure, elevates efficiency, and supports organizational growth.

In moments of transformation, a misaligned hire can slow progress, drain internal capacity, and create costly delays—especially in tech and marketing roles. The right temporary or permanent talent protects momentum when precision matters most.

Returning from maternity leave is more complex than simply picking up where you left off—especially for HR and TA leaders. A thoughtful ramp‑back, clearer boundaries, and intentional support can make the transition sustainable and successful.

Soft skills like emotional intelligence, adaptability, and curiosity are becoming the defining advantage in a rapidly evolving, AI‑driven world. In 2026, the most human qualities are the ones that set top talent apart.

In honor of Black History Month, we highlight the impact of Black leaders who transformed business and workforce development and challenge employers to move beyond celebration and take actionable steps toward equitable hiring.

A job description is often a candidate’s first impression of your organization, making clarity and brand alignment essential. Jesse Harootunian outlines how to communicate culture, responsibilities, and expectations in a way that attracts stronger, better‑aligned talent.

As AI reshapes daily workflows, from coding to infrastructure to analysis, companies are reevaluating what strong IT talent looks like. Tom Kalpokas breaks down the rise of skills‑based hiring and the hybrid skill sets that now give candidates a competitive edge.

Hiring demands are more unpredictable than ever, and traditional recruiting models simply weren’t built for this level of volatility. Aubrey Dolbear explores how flexible RPO gives companies scalable, modular support that adapts to real‑time business needs.

Accounting roles aren’t disappearing, but the skills that matter are evolving fast as AI takes over repetitive, rules‑based tasks. Jake Harris explores the practical use cases emerging today and the competencies that will define the next generation of finance talent.

Interim hires have evolved from temporary stopgaps to powerful strategic tools for navigating uncertainty, growth, and change. Tori Mitchell shares how an interim leader can add the most value and how to set them up for success.

When hiring demands surge faster than internal teams can support, RPO becomes a strategic engine that adds instant capacity, speed, and expertise. This blog breaks down how RPO helps high‑growth companies maintain momentum, reduce strain on internal TA, and hire at the pace the business requires.

Administrative and legal professionals are stepping into more strategic influence than ever, driven by shifting team structures, hybrid work, and rising operational demands. This deep dive highlights the five roles seeing the strongest growth in 2026 and what’s fueling their market value.

Today’s candidates want more than a job description; they want clarity on scope, structure, culture, growth, compensation, and work flexibility before committing to a new role. When employers lead with transparency, they build trust and dramatically increase their chances of making stronger, longer‑lasting hires.

Fractional CFOs are becoming the go‑to solution for startups and midsized companies that need senior financial leadership without the cost and rigidity of a full‑time hire. As technology, agility demands, and economic pressures reshape the CFO role, this flexible executive model is rapidly becoming a mainstream strategy for growth.

Skills‑based hiring and alternative education paths are redefining how early‑career tech talent enters the market. Bootcamp graduates and career changers bring adaptability, maturity, and real project experience – qualities employers increasingly prioritize over traditional degrees.

Salary insights are shaping the future of hiring. In 2026, skills-based hiring, workplace flexibility, and employer brand are redefining how companies compete for talent. Understanding these trends—and how they impact pay across key roles—can help you build strategies that attract and retain top performers.

2025 was a year of remarkable growth for Juno—expanding partnerships, driving innovation, and placing talent that shaped the future of work. From leadership hires to transformative recruitment strategies, we turned challenges into milestones across every practice area.

Your resume is often the first impression you make, and it might be saying more than you think. In this blog, we share practical tips and common mistakes to avoid, from spelling and formatting to content that truly reflects your experience. If your resume needs a resu-makeover, start here.

Hiring smarter doesn’t require a full tech stack or AI-powered tools. In this blog, we explore practical, data-driven metrics that any business can use to improve recruiting efficiency and quality. Learn how asking the right questions can turn raw data into actionable insights for better hires.