To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing in response to the Accounting position with Ophion Technology.
I am very excited about this opportunity to utilize my education and
internship experience in public accounting to contribute to the continued
success of Ophion Technology.
I graduated from Francis Marion University in December 2011 with a
Bachelors of Business Administration with a major in Accounting. I am
currently enrolled in Walden University's Masters of Accountancy program. I
have successfully completed internships at the Center of Entrepreneurship
and the Francis Marion University Alumni association. Through my internship
experiences I have gained experience in budgeting, forecasting,
reconciliations, and auditing.
I am proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and QuickBooks. I work
efficiently and effectively under pressure. I have excellent communication
skills and I am a team player who is willing to do whatever is necessary to
complete the task. I am a life long learner who learns quickly and complete
the task right the first time.
Feel free to contact me via e-mail at *****.******@*****.*** or via phone
at 843-***-****. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to speaking
with you.
Sincerely,
Leigh Savage
Leigh Savage
2607 Fantasy Lane, Darlington, SC 29532. 843-***-**** .
*****.******@*****.***
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OBJECTIVE:
CPA candidate looking to obtain an Accounting position.
EDUCATION:
Masters of Accountancy, Walden University, March 2013-current, CPA
candidate
Bachelor of Business Administration- Accounting, Francis Marion University,
an AACSB accredited institution, August 2006-December 2011
EMPLOYEE HISTORY:
Freelance Financial Consultant, Darlington, SC January 2013- Current
> Prepare financial statements for local small business and start up
companies
> Review projected revenues and expenses to determine feasibility
> Prepare strategic analysis and forecasting
Hazard Insurance Processor II, Assurant, Florence, SC May 2011- Current
> Process and track insurance claims
> Maintain deposits and withdrawals for escrow accounts
> Issues insurance payments
Cash Office Associate, K-mart, Florence, SC August 2008- May 2011
> Prepare Bank Reconciliation, Accounts Receivables and Accounts
Payables
> Inventory monitoring and analysis
> Audit invoices against purchase orders, research discrepancies, match
invoices and inputs data
Intern, FMU Alumni Foundation, Florence, SC Summer 2010-Summer 2011
> Record alumni donations and transactions in an automated computer
system
> Implore ways to generate and channel support from future graduates
> Reconciled bank statements, receivables, and payables in 30 day
increments
Intern, Center for Entrepreneurship, Florence, SC Fall 2006-2008
> Prepare strategic plans for local small businesses and start up
businesses
> Conduct market research and SWOT analysis
> Forecast and track quarterly sale projections
> Perform extensive data entry
> Maintain general ledger for local small businesses
Activities
> VITA Certified, 2011
> Member of National Association of Black Accountants, 2009
References:
Anne Kelly
Administrative Assistant
Francis Marion University Alumni Foundation
3 years of acquaintance
Brenda Bristow
Local Business Owner
Better Solution
Business relationship 2 years
Brianna Zhang
Office Supervisor
843-661-112
Francis Marion University Center for Entrepreneurship
7 years of acquaintance
Cheryl Floyd
Accountant
K-mart
5 years of acquaintance