Hiring at Accounting Firms, in Russia and at Retail Banks

There's one finance sector that's booming while others are flailing: accounting. Collectively, the Big Four and national accounting firms are adding hundreds of thousands of employees over the next few years. Whether you're interested in doing public or in-house accounting, you can have a pick of locations, depending on your qualifications.

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So You Want to Be an Accountant

The Perfect Accounting Resume

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Tip: Russian Bank to Hire 200

If you're determined to get a job in banking, you may want to check banks around the globe. Russian bank VTB Capital, which has been adding to its payroll at a rapid-fire pace since 2008, will hire 200 bankers this year in Singapore, New York and Hong Kong. VTB specializes in Russian debt and equity sales. Be forewarned: The bank believes in clawbacks, meaning it can yank back bonuses if employees take excess risk or mess things up for the company.

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The Perfect Sales and Trading Resume

Finding a Finance Job Abroad

How to Follow Up After an Interview

Tip: Ohio Retail Banks Planning to Hire

If you're searching for a job in retail banking, try Ohio. Regional and international banks are looking for qualified talent in the state. KeyCorp Bank is planning to fill 390 positions in its branch network as well as for its corporate banking business. Huntington Bank will hire tellers, managers, analysts and portfolio managers. Finally, J.P. Morgan recently built a mortgage operations center in Cleveland. Investment bankers may be in low demand domestically, but that's certainly not true for the retail side of things.

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The Perfect Retail Banking Resume

Age-Proofing Your Job Application

What to Wear to a Finance Interview