Lack of Qualified Personnel - The lack of available qualified personnel is often the greatest frustration to companies. With increased work loads, the traditional staffing firm has been the only place to turn. Unfortunately, a recruiter has to locate a person with the skillset that matches your needs. Companies want a financial management provider that operates efficiently and has available the talent on-board to address your needs expeditiously and immediately. Lack of Adequate Controls - Many companies are encountering the existence of weaknesses related to their internal controls, financial systems and procedures. Some typical problems that affect businesses of all sizes are related to the financial close process, account reconciliation or inventory processes, personnel oversight issues, governance procedures, documentation and recognition methods. Companies want a provider that can perform effectively and that will consistently deliver solutions to remedy their financial issues. Lack of Flexibility - Companies desire the flexibility to execute projects with varying commitments and deadlines. We utilize a team approach to handling your needs when the works requires the attention of more than one professional. We can be available when you need us and for as long as you need us, either as an in-house staff member or to handle a specific project. We can tailor the engagement to meet your needs. What should a business expect from its financial control environment? Why our business model works better than a traditional staffing firm : Lack of Client Knowledge - Companies are concerned about the lack of communication and responsiveness from outside recruitment and professional project firms. Because traditional recruiters act as scouts to locate the professional(s) who perform the work, there is a lack of real knowledge about the client's needs and operating framework. Not a Part of the Team - Many companies feel under-served by outside recruitment firms for the dollars they are spending. Most firms do not have the structure, focus, or dedication to be a true partner in their client's business. JLR offers client partnering for free - we get to know your business and work as an extension of your organization. JLR & Associates provides a new perspective on financial management services - we put the Client First.