Looking for a job as an accounting clerk or a bookkeeper.
Posted: Fri Mar 05, 2010 3:39 pm
Hi there,
I am looking for a job as an accounting clerk or a bookkeeper.
I posted my resume in craigslist.ca and kijiji.ca (for ex: http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/res/1630172588.html ).
Is anybody can give me an advice how to enlarge my chances?
Thanks.
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Dear prospective employer,
I have four years of experience in accounting and I am experienced in all aspects of bookkeeping functions: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Payroll, Billing and Bank Reconciliation. I have strong knowledge of the accounting principles and the latest accounting software such as QuickBooks and Simply Accounting. The knowledge of Microsoft Excel application allowed me to develop a variety of reporting tools for accounting department. Currently I am pursuing the Certified Management Accountants (CMA) designation.
I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss my abilities in more depth, and I am available for an interview at your earliest convenience. I can be reached by phone at 647-885-2838 or by email me at accclerk.job@gmail.com
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OBJECTIVE
An Accounting Clerk position
HIGHLIGHTS
• A professional accounting clerk with over 4 years of experience in Financial Accounting. Areas of expertise include performing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Payroll, Billing and Bank Reconciliation
• Advanced computer skills in QuickBooks Pro, Simply Accounting, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Windows OS and Mac OS
• Skilled in the preparation and analysis of a variety of financial reports
• Effective customer service skills, able to manage customer expectations and answer inquires relating to overdue accounts
• Effective time management with the ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet tight deadlines
• Able to work with a team and independently
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2009 Accounting clerk
XXX inc., Toronto, ON
The company specializes in marketing of OTC drugs
• Prepared monthly Trial Balances, Income Statements and Balance Sheets
• Performed Accounts Payable duties such as answering vendor queries, matching, coding, batching, maintaining up-to-date vendor statements to ensure timeliness in prompt payment
• Carried out Accounts Receivable duties such as invoicing, issuing credit notes, deposits, banking, and cash receipts, sent customers aging reports and collected payments for overdue accounts
2006 - 2009 Accountant
XXX inc., Minsk, Belarus
The company offers services for professional industry of beauty
• Prepared and analyzed monthly income and general accounts, Trial Balances, Balance Sheets and Income Statements
• Ensured timely processing of Accounts Payables and Receivables
• Assisted with Payroll calculations and prepared Payrolls
• Prepared cheques for government remittances, payables and other payments while insuring ledgers were reconciled daily
• Managed accurate and up-to-date records of all transactions based on standard accounting practices and within the company’s policies and procedures
• Dealt with mail and telephone inquiries regarding accounts payable and receivables
EDUCATION
2006 Post Graduate Program in Business Management
University of Economics, Minsk, Belarus
COURSES
Currently taking Accounting and Payroll (part-time program)
Seneca College, Toronto, ON
2009 Financial Accounting and Computerized Accounting
Yorkdale Learning Centre, Toronto, ON
REFERENCES
Available upon request
I am looking for a job as an accounting clerk or a bookkeeper.
I posted my resume in craigslist.ca and kijiji.ca (for ex: http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/res/1630172588.html ).
Is anybody can give me an advice how to enlarge my chances?
Thanks.
------- a part of the cover letter --------------
Dear prospective employer,
I have four years of experience in accounting and I am experienced in all aspects of bookkeeping functions: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Payroll, Billing and Bank Reconciliation. I have strong knowledge of the accounting principles and the latest accounting software such as QuickBooks and Simply Accounting. The knowledge of Microsoft Excel application allowed me to develop a variety of reporting tools for accounting department. Currently I am pursuing the Certified Management Accountants (CMA) designation.
I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss my abilities in more depth, and I am available for an interview at your earliest convenience. I can be reached by phone at 647-885-2838 or by email me at accclerk.job@gmail.com
-------- resume -------------
OBJECTIVE
An Accounting Clerk position
HIGHLIGHTS
• A professional accounting clerk with over 4 years of experience in Financial Accounting. Areas of expertise include performing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Payroll, Billing and Bank Reconciliation
• Advanced computer skills in QuickBooks Pro, Simply Accounting, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Windows OS and Mac OS
• Skilled in the preparation and analysis of a variety of financial reports
• Effective customer service skills, able to manage customer expectations and answer inquires relating to overdue accounts
• Effective time management with the ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet tight deadlines
• Able to work with a team and independently
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2009 Accounting clerk
XXX inc., Toronto, ON
The company specializes in marketing of OTC drugs
• Prepared monthly Trial Balances, Income Statements and Balance Sheets
• Performed Accounts Payable duties such as answering vendor queries, matching, coding, batching, maintaining up-to-date vendor statements to ensure timeliness in prompt payment
• Carried out Accounts Receivable duties such as invoicing, issuing credit notes, deposits, banking, and cash receipts, sent customers aging reports and collected payments for overdue accounts
2006 - 2009 Accountant
XXX inc., Minsk, Belarus
The company offers services for professional industry of beauty
• Prepared and analyzed monthly income and general accounts, Trial Balances, Balance Sheets and Income Statements
• Ensured timely processing of Accounts Payables and Receivables
• Assisted with Payroll calculations and prepared Payrolls
• Prepared cheques for government remittances, payables and other payments while insuring ledgers were reconciled daily
• Managed accurate and up-to-date records of all transactions based on standard accounting practices and within the company’s policies and procedures
• Dealt with mail and telephone inquiries regarding accounts payable and receivables
EDUCATION
2006 Post Graduate Program in Business Management
University of Economics, Minsk, Belarus
COURSES
Currently taking Accounting and Payroll (part-time program)
Seneca College, Toronto, ON
2009 Financial Accounting and Computerized Accounting
Yorkdale Learning Centre, Toronto, ON
REFERENCES
Available upon request