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Get the latest industry insights, hiring strategies, and career advice tailored to Financial, Accounting, HR, and IT Support roles. Our expertise—backed by a 95% placement success rate and over 10 years in recruitment—empowers employers and candidates to thrive in Canada’s competitive job market.
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Career Tips for Candidates
Resume Boost
- Stand out in Financial, Accounting, HR, or IT Support roles:
- Quantify results (e.g., “Cut payroll time by 15%” or “Resolved 50+ IT tickets weekly”).
- Tailor to 2025 trends: Highlight ESG knowledge (Financial), automation (Accounting), DEI (HR), or cloud skills (IT).
- Keep it concise—one page, optimized with keywords like “CPA,” “payroll,” or “Azure.”
Interview Ready
- Ace your 2025 opportunity:
- Prepare for behavioral questions (e.g., “How did you improve a process?”) using the STAR method.
- Research company challenges—offer solutions like financial forecasting or IT security.
- Showcase adaptability—hybrid work and tech fluency are hot topics.
Skill Up for 2025
- Stay competitive in Canada’s job market:
- Financial: Master ESG reporting and predictive analytics—sustainability is a hiring driver.
- Accounting: Learn AI tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and blockchain basics.
- HR: Upskill in DEI metrics, Workday, and mental health program design.
- IT Support: Gain certifications in AWS, cybersecurity, or Microsoft 365 for remote roles
Employer Tips
Speed Up Hiring
- Define must-have skills upfront—our consultations pinpoint needs in 30 days or less.
- Use our AI-driven recruitment to beat Canada’s talent crunch in Financial and IT.
- Offer training—upskill hires to close 2025 skill gaps.
Go Global
- Tap our international recruitment for hard-to-fill Financial or IT Support roles.
- Target remote-ready pros with cloud or compliance expertise—global talent is Canada’s 2025 edge.
- Simplify hiring with our visa and onboarding support.
Focus on Fit & Future-Proofing
- Prioritize cultural alignment for lasting hires—key in HR and Accounting roles.
- Seek candidates with AI fluency and sustainability know-how—must-haves for 2025.
- Build flexibility—hybrid schedules attract 70% of top talent this year.


Why Trust Our Insights?
With over a decade of experience and a 95% placement success rate, Viva Recruiters combines data-driven strategies with deep industry knowledge. Our insights reflect the expertise that placed a Finance Manager in 25 days and transformed teams across Canada.