Senior Accounting Cover Letter

Senior Accounting Cover Letter

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What to include in a Cover Letter
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Company Address
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Salutation
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Compelling Details
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Respectful Closing

How to Write the Senior Accounting Cover Letter

647 Swaniawski Meadow
Kimhaven, AL 34241
Dear Briar Kris,

Please consider me for the senior accounting opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for general oversight, leadership, and direction for new US GAAP accounting throughout KFH/HP and subsidiaries, working with staff in various departments and the regional Health Plans.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Proficient in MS Office applications including excel, power point, & Word
  • Good interpersonal skill and confident
  • Able speak and written English
  • Perform mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy
  • Maintain and update a variety of accurate financial records, logs, charts and other documents
  • Technical skills and data entry
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office applications and common finance software (ORACLE & Hyperion) is highly desirable
  • Analytical mind, and profit- and result- oriented

Thank you for considering me to become a member of your team.

Sincerely,

Zion Hintz

Responsibilities for Senior Accounting Cover Letter

Senior accounting responsible for guidance to direct reports as needed to ensure accounting records comply with GAAP and Pew policies.

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC Reporting preferred
Works with staff accountants to clear old outstanding checks from outstanding check report
Responds to vendor inquiries and calls as needed
Independently resolves department inquiries for both internal and external clients without supervision or manager’s assistance
Tests system upgrades and enhancements and document as needed
Reviews voided checks monthly to ensure appropriate actions were taken
Assists with month-end journal entries
Handles special projects as needed by supervisor and/or manager

Senior Accounting Examples

Example #1

Example of Senior Accounting Cover Letter

25182 Nicolas Camp
Bartellmouth, WY 40969-7727
Dear Justice Rodriguez,

In response to your job posting for senior accounting, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for institutional oversight to ensure that all expenses posted to a sponsored project are allowable, and the accurate recording of these expenses in the general ledger in a manner that is consistent with generally acceptable accounting principles (GAAP) and the sponsor’s terms and conditions.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Experience in accounting for share based compensation is preferred
  • Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, interpersonal and management skills
  • Previous experience calculating inventory, labor and overhead costs
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office—Excel, Word and Outlook
  • Demonstrated skills in process improvement
  • Create and document accounting procedures
  • CPA with active CPA license highly preferred
  • Organization, planning and time management skills with strong attention to detail

I really appreciate you taking the time to review my application for the position of senior accounting.

Sincerely,

Casey Corkery

Example #2

Example of Senior Accounting Cover Letter

709 Josef Manors
North Celestefurt, HI 43685
Dear Stevie Cremin,

Please consider me for the senior accounting opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for accounting guidance to ensure revenue transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

  • Experience with server-based, desktop computer applications
  • Experience with accounting information systems including SAP
  • Knowledge of general ledger reporting functions
  • Understands accounts receivables, payables and credit functions
  • Complete balance sheets and adjust entries
  • Perform monthly reviews
  • BA in Accounting, finance or related topic
  • Willingness to take on additional tasks and functions as needed

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Sincerely,

Skyler Robel

Example #3

Example of Senior Accounting Cover Letter

5738 Fisher Greens
Port Carloside, MO 22817
Dear Story Ferry,

I am excited to be applying for the position of senior accounting. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for technical GAAP accounting guidance and support to APAC entities working with the Corporate Technical team.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Support accounting projects, business process initiatives and company initiatives
  • Indirect tax compliance experience, preferably in house with a large multi-national corporation or with a professional services firm that serves multinational corporations
  • Experience using financial reporting systems (e.g.JDE, Hyperion, etc) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel to extract, analyze and reconcile data
  • Able to travel across Phoenix metro area to perform site fixed asset inventory audits
  • Knowledge of Accounts Payable and Cash Reconciliation
  • Functional experience with Oracle E-Business Suite (R12) preferred, with in depth knowledge of core general ledger functions including financial report building and mass allocations
  • Proficient user of Quickbook
  • Experience with general ledger report writers

Thank you for considering me to become a member of your team.

Sincerely,

Morgan Kessler

Example #4

Example of Senior Accounting Cover Letter

46071 Christal Island
Lake Javier, MO 04585-7706
Dear Frankie Conn,

I am excited to be applying for the position of senior accounting. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for expert technical advice (GAAP and Regulatory Accounting) to others in an accurate, timely and understandable manner.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

  • General to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel
  • Fluent English, and able to speak, read & write Chinese (simplified & traditional Chinese)
  • Knowledge of Payables module (preferably Oracle) preferably from SSC will be an added advantage
  • Providing necessary support to the audit team during close periods
  • Analyzing strategic decision making and predicting the potential industry impact
  • Special projects as directed by the controller
  • Familiarity with other Microsoft suite applications
  • Willingness to work in a vibrant and friendly team environment

Thank you for taking your time to review my application.

Sincerely,

Morgan Hermann

Example #5

Example of Senior Accounting Cover Letter

61353 Francesco Roads
New Cleo, HI 40244
Dear Max Brekke,

Please consider me for the senior accounting opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for analysis of GAAP and FAR and FTR regulations and other statutory standards to determine impact on financial reporting and provide recommendations to apply those principles to new and unusual transactions.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Perform on-site balance sheet reviews and prepare presentation of results for management
  • Public audit experience, Big 4 preferred
  • Knowledge of SAP reporting system (Hyperion or similar), preferred
  • Prepare billing invoices and supporting documentation for assigned accounts based on the requirements and billing cycles
  • Resolve billing and collection questions and disputes by analyzing financial information, working with internal departments to resolve premium booking discrepancies
  • CPA designation is desirable
  • Proficient using Excel, and familiarity with Oracle general ledger platforms preferred
  • Experience in cross-functional projects

I really appreciate you taking the time to review my application for the position of senior accounting.

Sincerely,

Justice Shanahan

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