How to Plug Skills Shortages in Your Finance Department

SAP Concur cites August 2018 Robert Walters research: six in ten UK CFOs expect skills shortages, and eight in ten expect increased workloads. Most in-demand finance skills are analysis (38%), business partnering (36%), and financial reporting (29%). 53% of employers consider ACA/ICAS the most important technical qualification. Demand for interim CFOs increased 69% in H1 2018. The article suggests interim solutions, automation, and improved perks.