Learn how your Controller and CFO peers are managing corporate accounting and finance human resource challenges. Participate in this important study by taking a brief, anonymous and strictly confidential survey (est. 5 minutes) and be the first to receive a complimentary copy of the results of the 2026 Corporate Accounting & Finance Talent Study.

The annual study seeks to identify how CFOs and Controllers are effectively managing staff despite challenges including talent shortages, hybrid work environments, compensation, benefits, technology and training, outsourcing and more.

Get the 2026 Corporate Accounting & Finance Talent research study report, along with a personal invitation to attend a roundtable panel discussion of your peers analyzing the results here (copy/paste link):
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1042203337281942615/?source=survey

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* 1. What are your organization’s hiring plans for Accounting/Finance staff in the next 12 months?

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* 2. Is your organization experiencing shortages of Accounting, Finance and/or CPA talent?

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* 3. Which Accounting/Finance skills are the most challenging to recruit for in your organization? Please select all that apply.

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* 4. What are your primary tools or channels for talent recruitment? Please select all that apply.

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* 5. What will be your company policy regarding Onsite, Hybrid and Remote work environments for your Accounting/Finance department?

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* 6. Which of the following benefits or perks does your organization currently offer to attract and retain Accounting/Finance talent? Please select all that apply.

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* 7. What were average annual pay increases by staff level in the last 12 months?

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* 8. What are expected average annual pay increases by staff level in the next 12 months?

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Executive
Director
Manager 
Clerical

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* 9. How do you address training and skills gaps? (Please slect all that apply)

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* 10. How is artificial intelligence (AI) being used and/or managed in your accounting and finance department?

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* 11. What are the most common reasons for Accounting/Finance staff leaving your organization? (Please select all that apply)

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* 12. What is your title or role?

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* 13. Approximately how many employees does your organization have?

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* 14. What Industry is your organization in?

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* 15. Thank you for completing the survey! If you would like a copy of the study report, please provide your email address here.

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