In this latest podcast from S.R. Snodgrass, HR Director, Lenore Seifer and Brendan Whalen, Principal in the Audit and Assurance Group, discuss how the firm’s focus on team development and client relationships drives success. Watch and listen as they reveal how Snodgrass maintains a positive culture, adapts to industry changes, and supports ongoing growth and collaboration.
Takeaways:
- Snodgrass prioritizes the well-being and professional development of its team members.
- Continuous learning is a core value, with team members constantly growing their skills.
- The firm maintains excellent workplace balance and effectively manages busy periods.
- Snodgrass enjoys long-term relationships with clients, some spanning over 40 years, alongside a steady influx of new clients.
- The national average turnover rate for CPA firms in 2023 was 15-20%, but Snodgrass has achieved a low 4% turnover in the Philadelphia office.
- The firm’s culture is a key factor in its low turnover rate, avoiding rigid billing requirements and micromanagement.
- Flexibility is a priority, with options for flexible schedules, half-day Fridays during non-peak seasons, and a focus on professional accountability.
- The firm has an open-door policy, allowing everyone to interact with senior leaders and gain valuable insights.
- Employees value the collaborative office environment, choosing to be present not out of necessity, but because they enjoy working together.
