White paper  ·

Financial Services

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Outsourcing 101

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Accounting shortage in the United States; addressing the gap through offshore staffing

By

Connext

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Published on

February 7, 2025

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Updated:

June 7, 2025

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Solving the U.S. Accounting Shortage with Offshoring | Connext. Offshore staffing helps U.S. firms tackle the growing accountant shortage effectively.

35%

Faster estimate turnaround

$180K

Saved in annual overhead

3 weeks

To onboard estimators

0

Missed bid deadlines

Overview

The accounting talent shortage in the United States is a growing concern, impacting businesses of all sizes. In this guide, we explore how the global BPO staffing solution can help bridge the gap by tapping into offshore resources. By partnering with Connext, a leader in global outsourcing, businesses can gain access to skilled accounting professionals who are not only equipped to meet industry standards but also bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions. This comprehensive guide provides insight into the current accounting workforce crisis, and how outsourcing to markets with abundant talent can provide a strategic advantage. Ready to fill the gap? Download the guide now to discover how Connext can support your business.

Key Takeaways

  • Understand the scale and impact of the accounting talent shortage in the U.S.
  • Learn how offshore accounting professionals can provide immediate, high-quality solutions.
  • Discover the strategic benefits of partnering with a global BPO staffing firm like Connext.
  • Gain insights into the most effective ways to manage and integrate offshore talent into your organization.

Download the guide now and start working with Connext to stay ahead of the curve.

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The Challenge

A company-wide hiring freeze left the client’s project teams without enough in-house estimators to keep pace with a growing pipeline of construction and engineering bids. In an industry where precise cost estimating is the foundation of effective project budgeting and resource allocation, every delayed estimate risked a missed submission deadline — and a lost contract.

The Approach

Connext matched the client with independent contractors who specialized in construction cost estimating, then helped rebuild a structured, multi-step budgeting process from the ground up:

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