Jason On Firms Podcast 449 Watch This if you’re Trying To Hire an Accounting Unicorn
Apr 28, 2025
Discover the secret to hiring that elusive accounting 'unicorn' by systematizing your firm. Learn how de-skilling tasks can reduce reliance on top talent while maximizing resource efficiency. Innovative software solutions are highlighted to streamline interactions with clients. Plus, strategies for overcoming hiring challenges and embracing new talent sources are discussed, ensuring your firm remains competitive and efficient in a challenging market!
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Systematize To Reduce Expertise Reliance
- Systematize your accounting processes to reduce reliance on high expertise.
- Well-structured systems allow almost anyone to handle tasks effectively.
Tax Review Scoring System Example
- Jason Staats' firm created a scoring system to allow more team members to review tax returns.
- This de-stigmatized review and eased bottlenecks from senior reviewers.
De-Skill Tasks To Boost Efficiency
- De-skill your firm's work by pushing routine tasks to less specialized staff.
- Use pre-accounting to let admins handle document collection and annotation, freeing professionals for complex work.