Award-Winning Staffing Agency & Professional Recruiting Firm In Northwest Houston

Houston’s Finance Market Is Moving Fast Local finance leaders are facing an unusual mix of high demand and limited availability of experienced talent. Senior accountants and analysts have multiple offers at once, and time-to-fill for key roles has grown sharply.  Without a clear continuity plan, teams face:  Slower reporting and close cycles  Heavier workloads on remaining staff  Increased risk of turnover and compliance gaps  What Houston Companies Are Doing Differently  Forward-thinking organizations aren’t waiting until roles go vacant. They’re building flexible, proactive...

Audit Readiness Starts With People, Not Just Processes Each audit season puts your finance team to the test. Even the best checklists and systems can break down if your team structure isn’t solid.  When audit readiness depends on a few overextended individuals, the risk of delays, errors, and noncompliance rises sharply.  Why Continuity Drives Audit Success  A stable team makes all the difference under pressure. Without continuity in key finance roles, even mature processes can unravel.  Gaps or Turnover During...

The Silent Threat Inside Every Finance Department Burnout rarely arrives with fanfare. It builds quietly through tight deadlines, rising workloads, and under-recognized effort. In accounting and finance, where accuracy and timing are everything, burnout doesn’t just impact morale. It threatens your performance, compliance, and stability.  Spot the warning signs early to prevent turnover and protect continuity. 1. Rising Rework Rates If error corrections or reconciliations are increasing, fatigue may be the underlying issue. Teams that once caught...

Why Headcount Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story Team size matters, but it is not the best indicator of strength. The true marker of a healthy finance function is continuity. It is the ability to maintain accuracy, compliance, and momentum even when roles shift or pressure builds.   When continuity breaks, the impact spreads across every process:  Extended month-end closes that create stress for senior staff  Late or error-prone reports that require rework  Audits slowed down by documentation gaps  Business leaders losing confidence...

When One Vacancy Becomes a Chain Reaction Every time a key finance professional leaves, the ripple effects go far beyond an empty seat. Workloads pile up, closing timelines stretch, and even small delays begin to influence how your business performs.  A single mid-level departure can cause:  Missed reconciliation deadlines  Increased rework and extended review cycles  Audit-readiness gaps and compliance risk  Disrupted collaboration and inaccurate reporting  Month-end close delays  These disruptions do more than slow productivity....

For HR leaders in Texas, lean teams are the new normal. Many mid-sized employers run human resources departments with limited staff, yet they’re still expected to handle everything from recruiting to compliance. The result? Burnout, missed opportunities, and slowed growth. The good news is you don’t have to do it all in-house. Partnering with a trusted staffing firm allows lean HR teams to offload time-intensive tasks while improving outcomes. Here are six responsibilities Texas companies...

Texas employers are under pressure to fill roles faster, but traditional hiring methods - resumes, job boards, and lengthy interview processes - don’t always deliver. Increasingly, companies are turning to skills-based hiring as a way to identify the best talent more quickly and reduce turnover. By shifting focus from degrees and past titles to real-world skills, employers can uncover candidates who are both qualified and motivated. The key is building assessments that streamline the process...

When December rolls around, many job seekers take their foot off the gas. They assume that hiring slows down, that recruiters are out of the office, and that it’s better to wait until January to apply. In reality, this is a missed opportunity. For Texas job seekers, the holiday season can actually be one of the best times to search for a job. Employers still need to fill critical roles before year-end, and many companies...

Burnett Specialists' Q3 2025 Newsletter: Leadership, Hiring Insights & Market Trends We’re excited to share our Q3 2025 Burnett Specialists Newsletter featuring Texas labor market updates, AI hiring insights, and a proud milestone for our founder, Sue Burnett, honored with one of the highest distinctions in the staffing industry. Here’s a quick look at what you’ll find inside this quarter’s edition: Leadership & Excellence RecognizedThis quarter marks an incredible milestone for Burnett Specialists!Our President and...

In Texas, competition for talent has never been more intense. Large employers often dominate the headlines, and the hiring pool, with big budgets, expansive benefit packages, and brand-name recognition. But mid-market Texas companies have unique advantages they can leverage to attract and retain the right people. The key is knowing how to position your company so you don’t get overlooked. The Mid-Market Challenge in Texas Hiring Texas mid-market employers often sit in a tough spot....

In today’s economy, flexibility matters. Many professionals in Texas are exploring two popular paths outside of traditional full-time jobs: temporary contracts through staffing firms and independent side hustles. While both options can boost income, the impact on long-term career growth is not the same. Why Temporary Contracts Appeal to Texas Professionals Temporary contracts place you directly with employers in industries like healthcare, IT, accounting, and manufacturing. These roles give you valuable hands-on experience, professional references,...

At Burnett Specialists, we take great pride in celebrating professionals who bring talent, positivity, and a strong work ethic to every assignment. This October, we’re proud to recognize Melissa Davis as our Staffing Employee of the Month! Her dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence have made a remarkable impression on our clients and team alike—and we’re honored to have her representing Burnett Specialists. Recognized for Dedication and Excellence Melissa was nominated by her recruiter, Carmen...

At Burnett Specialists, we’re proud to celebrate our Vice President of Sales, Alicia H. De Leon, for being named one of the Houston Business Journal’s 2025 Women Who Mean Business honorees in the Professional Services category. This annual recognition highlights Houston’s most outstanding women leaders who demonstrate excellence in business, leadership, and community impact. Honorees are chosen based on career achievement, contribution to company and city success, community involvement, and leadership. Alicia’s dedication to people,...

We’re proud to share that the Burnett Specialists Austin office has once again been ranked #1 on the Austin Business Journal’s 2025 List of Top Contingency Search Firms! This back-to-back recognition highlights our team’s continued commitment to connecting Central Texas companies with exceptional talent — quickly, efficiently, and with the personalized service that has defined Burnett Specialists for over 50 years. As a 100% employee-owned and nationally certified woman-owned firm, our Austin recruiters bring an...

We’re proud to share that Sue Walk Burnett, Founder and President of Burnett Specialists, has been named to the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Class of 2026, presented by the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. This recognition honors individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary business leadership, vision, and community impact. Since its establishment in 1999, the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame has inducted only 108 individuals—and Sue is just the...

Seasonal hiring is a reality for many Texas businesses, from retail and hospitality to logistics and manufacturing. While bringing in extra staff helps manage demand during peak periods, many employers struggle with high turnover once the season ends. The key to solving this challenge lies in putting the right quality controls in place from the start. Why Post-Peak Turnover Hurts Employers When seasonal employees leave abruptly after peak periods, businesses are left with gaps in...

At Burnett Specialists, a Texas-based, employee-owned staffing and recruiting firm, we are proud to celebrate our President and Founder, Sue Burnett, for her induction into the American Staffing Association (ASA) Leadership Hall of Fame. This prestigious recognition honors Sue’s decades of influence, innovation, and integrity in the staffing and recruiting industry. As one of only a handful of women to receive this distinction in the Hall of Fame’s 40-year history, Sue’s achievement underscores the growing...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a future concept—it’s a tool that is actively reshaping how employers recruit and hire. In Texas, industries like construction, accounting, legal, and logistics are already feeling the impact. As 2026 approaches, AI recruiting is expected to accelerate, offering both opportunities and challenges for employers and job seekers. Construction: Speeding Up Skilled Trades Hiring Texas construction companies face constant pressure to find skilled labor for large-scale projects. AI-powered screening tools...

As the year comes to a close, many professionals start thinking about their next career step. For some, that means preparing for year-end performance reviews and promotions. For others, it’s about exploring new job opportunities in the coming year. No matter your goal, the fourth quarter is the perfect time to position yourself for success. Review Your Achievements Before you can advocate for a raise, promotion, or new role, take time to document your accomplishments....

Hiring in Texas is more competitive than ever, and employers are under pressure to make smarter decisions about where to invest recruiting budgets. In 2025–26, the best hiring channels aren’t just about generating applicants—they’re about finding qualified leads that turn into successful hires. Why Hiring Channels Matter in Texas Recruiting costs are rising, and with them comes the need to track ROI. Employers who measure cost-per-qualified-lead benchmarks are better equipped to choose the right sources...