2022 Tax Hiring Outlook Webinar

This webinar provides insights into the current tax hiring landscape based on TaxTalent's annual survey. Key topics discussed include:

• Hiring trends for 2022, with 84% of companies expecting to hire new employees
• Increased demand for tax compliance and tax accounting professionals
• Significant salary and title inflation, with 83% believing it will impact hiring
• Prevalence of hybrid work models and their impact on recruitment and retention
• Increased use of outside assistance, particularly contract staffing and specialized interim workforce providers

The speakers emphasize the importance of educating HR and finance leaders about the unique challenges in tax recruitment, including the captive labor pool and demographic shifts. They discuss strategies for addressing talent shortages, such as broadening roles, leveraging interim staffing, and focusing on employee development.

The webinar also touches on the growing importance of soft skills and leadership abilities in tax professionals, especially for senior roles. Additionally, it highlights the ongoing challenges in diversity hiring, particularly for African American and Hispanic candidates.

Throughout the session, the presenters stress the need for proactive communication with team members, the value of data-driven compensation discussions, and the importance of adapting to market changes in work arrangements and talent sourcing.

This webinar serves as a valuable resource for tax leaders navigating the complex and rapidly changing talent landscape in the tax profession.