Financial Compliance Analyst Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for advice on ways to improve the design and effectiveness of SOX, internal controls, tax regulations or accounting pronouncements.

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

• Sarbanes Oxley legislation
• SEC & PCAOB guidance related to US-GAAP, auditing and Sarbanes Oxley legislation
• Internal control/business risk frameworks
• Project management/project office methodologies
• Knowledge of audit techniques and test approaches
• Project management skills – can undertake the management of discrete tasks/activities, recognizing and planning for areas of particular difficulty and uncertainty
• Knowledge of SOX/GRC-type applications, particularly IBM OpenPages, which is used by the FCC department would be highly advantageous
• Qualified accountant who has worked in public practice (audit and financial reporting)

I would like to submit my application for the financial compliance analyst opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for iT support to financial control management, QC and auditing both for internal financial processes, but also external vendor and customer rebate processes.

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

• SQL or Crystal reporting experience preferred
• Experience leading and/or supporting compliance and controls programs
• Solid knowledge of financial processes and internal controls, accounting principles including US GAAP
• Internship experience in accounting/financial and audit work beneficial
• Working knowledge SOX, MAR and COSO (or similar) internal controls framework, relevant Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (i.e., Audit Standard 5) guidance
• Strong working knowledge of business processes and controls, including IT, End User Computing, and Entity Level Controls, particularly related to the financial close process and investments
• Experience in auditing/reviewing the work of external service providers including working knowledge of SSAE18/SOC reports and Complimentary End User Controls
• Highly developed judgment and problem solving/critical thinking skills to analyze risk issues and assist with formulating solutions

In response to your job posting for financial compliance analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for input for the monthly accounting close and maintain a solid internal control environment and financial reporting integrity.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience in/managing financial reporting under US GAAP
• Internal control/business risk framework implementation experience
• Experience of dealing with senior management in organizations particularly Finance and HR
• IT audit experience (application controls, general IT processes rather than being a technical specialist) would be very advantageous
• Strong working knowledge of accounting, finance, and internal controls, with an understanding of GAAP, COSO, SOX, and risk assessment practices 
• Effective Communications Skills – written and verbal/phone – able to communicate with multiple levels of management
• Experience working in a Bank, on-boarding high risk commercial clients, reviewing various business types and documentation highly preferred
• Experience with Third Party Payment Processors, high risk transaction activity and analyzing complex patterns of money movement preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the financial compliance analyst position.

Previously, I was responsible for process recommendations for multifaceted issues that must consider: cost accounting, system design, financial policies, internal controls and legal requirements.

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 Actimize or LexisNexis is strongly preferred
• Detail oriented, organized and able to work well under pressure
• Creative and innovative approach to problem resolution
• Facilitation, negotiation, and conflict management skills (influencer)
• Confident in working with business team leaders
• Comfortable asking questions to dig into critical issues, quickly gather and synthesize information, devise a plan, get buy-in and move towards resolution
• Knowledge of ACH regulations and/or Accredited ACH Professional Designation
• Banking or payment related experience including knowledge of AML/KYC/OFAC is preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the financial compliance analyst position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for information on membership, reimbursement and disbursement financial transactions to internal cross-functional areas to support monthly accounting and financial reconciliation for national business.

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

• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office programs, Outlook and Visio
• Previous Control Account Manager and/or Program Manager experience is preferred
• Hands-on experience with EVM software
• CRCM, ACAMS, CAFP or equivalent certifications preferred
• Background and experience in dealing with at least two, and preferably more, of the above listed regulatory regimes
• Finance background preferred but not essential
• Project office support/project management experience (highly advantageous)
• Working in a multi-cultural/international business environment