Recruiting accounting, audit, and tax professionals, whether in practice or industry, has never been more challenging. At Sheridan Maine, we live and breathe this market daily, giving employers in both the UK and the US the latest, most accurate guidance when preparing job specifications for professionals at all levels, from junior to senior.
Rising Salary Expectations
Skilled accountants, auditors, and tax professionals command premium salaries across all levels, particularly those with specialised expertise in areas such as corporate tax, IFRS/US GAAP reporting, or forensic accounting. Smaller firms or in-house teams often find it challenging to compete with the Big Four or multinational organisations. By engaging us early, employers can ensure their salary offers are competitive, realistic, and attractive to the right talent, regardless of seniority.
Benefits Beyond Pay
Compensation alone is no longer enough. Professionals increasingly value:
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Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options
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Professional development and career progression, such as chartered qualifications or specialised training
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Comprehensive benefits packages, including health and wellness support
In today’s market, benefits are as crucial as salary in attracting and retaining top talent. Few professionals work solely for pay, making thoughtful benefits packages essential across all levels.
Live Insights and Salary Health Checker
At Sheridan Maine, we offer a live salary health checker and continuously provide insights and surveyed feedback on our website. More importantly, we are happy to use these tools as the basis for a conversation with employers, helping you make fully informed decisions when structuring compensation and benefits for junior through to senior hires.
Why Benchmarking Matters
Partnering with Sheridan Maine allows employers to:
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Access current market rates for accounting, audit, and tax roles across practice and industry
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Receive guidance on benefit structures that resonate with candidates
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Position their job offers to secure the best candidates quickly
Benchmarking before going to market ensures employers set realistic expectations, save time, and achieve successful hires at every level of seniority.
Conclusion
For organisations in both the UK and US, working with Sheridan Maine on salary and benefits benchmarking is a smart, strategic step. Our expertise, combined with real-time insights and practical tools, ensures you craft job specifications that attract the right professionals, from junior hires to senior leaders, and reflect the realities of today’s highly competitive employment landscape.
