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objective

accounting professional team player eager to contribute expertise in finance, reporting, program tracking, fund reconciliation, project management and communications in a challenging financial control unit assignment.

 

career profile

ø  post-baccalaureate of accounting.

ø  honors graduate.

ø  upcoming cpa.

ø  over four years of successful control background.

ø  adept in all facets of the accounting and auditing functions and gaap.

ø  knowledgeable in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and monthly closing process.

ø  skilled in financial statement origination and federal/state tax function.

ø  selected for critical special projects.

ø  proven capacity in process improvement.

ø  highly effective financial manager with strong knowledge of financial performance issues and key operational metrics.

ø  deliver exceptional reporting and advisement to senior management.

ø  record of progression to assignments of increasing authority and responsibility.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with strong detail orientation.

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications.

ø  outstanding communications and presentation skill sets.

ø  self-motivated, self-directed individual who adapts to changing environments.

 

professional experience

the tax complex, llc                                                                                                                             2008

title

       retained to evaluate/analyze financial statements/legal documentation preparatory to filing federal/state tax returns.

       provide high quality service for businesses and high net worth individuals.

       contribute to public tax firm team during extremely busy tax season.

       successfully meet all tax filing deadlines.

 

dr. peter h. goldmann                                                                                                              2007 - present

accounting consultant

       recruited to develop small business solutions involving taxation and irs audits.

       facilitate monthly/year-end closings utilizing quickbooks.

       develop best practice guidelines through in-depth research of corporate tax issues.

 

smith & eggleston, pc                                                                                                                  2006 - 2007

tax accountant

       conducted reviews/audits of small businesses/non-profit organizations.

       developed tax returns for above and for high net worth individuals.

       contributed to business development and market share increase.

       developed outstanding proficiency in prosystem fx tax software and cch/bna tax research.

 

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clifton gunderson, llp                                                                                                                 2005 - 2006

associate auditor

       tasked to utilize automated accounting system to generate journal entries, general ledger and financial statements.

       supported healthcare facilities in achieving medicaid requirements for reimbursement.

       facilitated field auditing in virginia, maryland and west virginia, as requested by department of medical assistant services.

       conducted insightful assessment of gla account vouchers and trial balance accounts.

 

 

education

virginia commonwealth university

post-baccalaureate of accounting

 

university of richmond

bachelor of arts, studio art & art history

 

participating in becker cpa review - regulation section, may 28, 2008

 

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(xxx-xxx-xxxx

                                                                                                                                               abc@xyz.com

 

 

cover letter text

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

company name

address

city, state   zip code

 

dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging financial control unit assignment with the virginia department of social services and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a post-baccalaureate of accounting, an upcoming cpa and over four years of successful financial control experience.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, program tracking, fund reconciliation, auditing and taxation, as well as strong problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

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