As a leading global financial hub, Singapore\u2019s accounting and finance industries continue to flourish. Numerous accounting firms are constantly on the lookout for talents to hire as accountants, auditors, and analysts. Recent Jobs Transformation Maps (JTM) studies even projected a demand for 6,000 to 7,000 new accounting jobs by 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While there is a high demand for accounting professionals in the Lion City, finding an accounting job is not easy. Aside from the stiff competition, nearly all companies prefer candidates with experience. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best for new and soon-to-be graduates to apply for an accounting internship to jumpstart their careers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
By getting an internship, you can develop your knowledge and skills, build a professional network and earn the necessary experience to get ahead of the competition. It can also open doors of opportunity if you commit and do your part well. Landing an accounting internship isn\u2019t easy, but with preparation and a willingness to invest time and effort, you can boost your chances of getting into an excellent programme. Here are four initiatives that can set you apart and put you ahead of other accounting job candidates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Show potential employers that you take the internship seriously by continuously enhancing your skills, even after earning your degree. If you\u2019re a Singaporean aged 25 or above, consider taking one or more accounting-relevant Skills Future courses<\/a> using your subsidy to build your accounting competencies. Besides taking accounting and financial classes, below are other ways you can develop soft and hard skills and beef up your credentials:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure your application stands out from the rest of the candidates by creating a well-crafted resume that clearly shows you\u2019re the perfect fit for the accounting internship position. If you need guidance in crafting a solid resume, consider the following tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don\u2019t wait for internship opportunities to find you. Instead, find ways to get into an internship programme with a reputable accounting firm <\/a>that will provide you with solid accounting experience. Talk to your professors, join career fairs or look for internship opportunities online. If you have a dream organisation, don\u2019t hesitate to contact their hiring managers directly to inquire and apply.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once you have a short list of potential employers, make sure to send your application early to boost your chances of landing an interview. And while you wait for calls, don\u2019t just sit back and relax. Polish your interview skills, enhance your resume and continue building your credentials. Perhaps you can start a blog, create social media content related to accounting and finance or find accounting-related volunteering opportunities. All these things will build your network and skills, improve your resume and help potential employers recognise your passion and drive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When you secure an interview, give it all you\u2019ve got. After all, this may be your only chance to \u201cmarket\u201d yourself and create a great impression. As such, you may want to perform your due diligence and come to the interview well-prepared. For starters, you can research the company to better understand the business and see how you can fit in and contribute. By knowing the firm\u2019s ins and outs, you can make your interview answers more relevant and impress the hiring manager. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You may also want to practice answering questions. Look for sample interview questions and answers online and learn how to articulate your points more effectively. You\u2019ll probably be nervous during the interview, so a lot of practice can help ease your nerves. When choosing an interview outfit, make sure to dress the part. Remember that it\u2019s better to be slightly overdressed in professional attire than to look sloppy wearing casual clothes\u2014even if the interview is through video conferencing. Lastly, be confident and strive to put your best foot forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Landing an accounting internship can be challenging. You need to invest significant time and effort to get noticed by potential employers and stand out from the competition. You may even experience a few rejections before getting into your desired internship programme. But if you maintain a positive attitude, continue building your skills and persevere, you\u2019ll gain valuable lessons and develop traits that can land you an internship position and help jumpstart your accounting career.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As a leading global financial hub, Singapore\u2019s accounting and finance industries continue to flourish. Numerous accounting firms are constantly on the lookout for talents to hire as accountants, auditors, and analysts. Recent Jobs Transformation Maps (JTM) studies even projected a demand for 6,000 to 7,000 new accounting jobs by 2025.\u00a0 While there is a high … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-24522","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-accounting","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n
Craft an Accounting-Specific Resume<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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