Financial Controls Cover Letter

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

Previously, I was responsible for sAP application knowledge in relevant areas on best practices and troubleshooting techniques to help drive improvements in the solution and business processes, e.g.

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

• Knowledge of IT/computer science and/or IT audit
• Proven relevant experience gained within a financial services oriented environment - specifically covering internal controls - would be advantageous
• Strong proficiency in applying audit standards, procedures, techniques, risk assessment practices, and frameworks such as COSO and/or CobIT to ensure the proper planning, execution and documentation of audit work and related findings
• In depth knowledge of audit standards to facilitate the development of overall audit strategies which address global business risks
• Understanding of management principles to recognize and evaluate the significance of deviations from good business practices
• Excellent grasp of accounting principles and IT applications and an adequate grasp or appreciation of economics, commercial law, taxation and finance to be able to recognize problems or potential problems
• Proficiency with SAP, related AIS sub tools, and the Microsoft Office suite of products
• Experience identifying internal control gaps and inefficiencies and evaluating and documenting internal control design

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

Previously, I was responsible for support as needed in the following areas: customer audits, internal audits, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance reviews.

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

• Demonstrated experience with project management practices and methodologies
• Solid knowledge and understanding of GAAP or Statutory accounting principles
• Solid knowledge and understanding of Model Audit Rule (MAR) guidance
• Solid knowledge and understanding of system design and data processing auditing techniques and concepts
• Solid knowledge and understanding of audit standards and practices
• Keeps current on professional designations through efforts in continuing education
• Manages changes and updates to departmental workflow systems and databases
• Trains new staff and interns on departmental objectives and testing standards

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership to business process owners and to others on ICE team regarding implementation/monitoring an effective internal control system as it relates to Sarbanes-Oxley type controls.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Solid understanding of complex technical accounting areas
• Strong proficiency and solid hands-on project management experience
• Experience in technical U.S. GAAP analysis
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Experience with coordination or management of policy and procedure development and communication for large corporations
• Experience designing and/or documenting controls for business or accounting systems
• An accounting designation CPA or CFA is preferred
• Very strong numeric skills with attention to detail and accuracy

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for strong financial control across the Finance function supporting management of the balance sheet and income statement via general ledger control processes (INFORM) and the monthly Finance Governance Meetings which supports Sarbanes Oxley Sec 302 and Sec404 sign-offs.

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:

• Strong analysis skill
• Previous Banking or Financial Service industries experience is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting processes
• Demonstrated experience with process documentation including flowcharting and narratives, walkthroughs, and control testing is preferred
• An established track record of effective leadership of controls teams
• Solid auditing skills
• Appetite for challenge in a fast paced environment
• CIA / CPA / public accounting or internal audit experience preferred

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for internal controls direction, guidance, and support to field locations related to best practices for effective resolution of control gaps.

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

• Demonstrated success with developing and/or managing transactional and business processes that result in GAAP compliance process efficiency and effectiveness
• Lead and develop the FRC team to understand the business and drive process improvements and efficiency
• Coach and motivate staff on professional and career development opportunities
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, COSO internal control framework and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
• Knowledge and understanding of current accounting and auditing practices
• Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of accounting for financial products with strong MS Office skills
• Actively participate in defining and monitoring metrics regarding service level performance results with outsourced provider