COVER LETTER

Dear Sir/Madam

Re: Graduate Accountant/Assistant Accountant position

I am writing to apply for the advertised Accountant position. I am a recent Bachelor of Professional

Accountancy graduate with a major in Accounting, seeking the opportunity to implement my

knowledge and skills and make a contribution to your organization.

I have experience in all of the areas encompassed by this role through both work and study,

including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank account reconciliations, statutory account

preparation and tax compliance, including BAS, GST, payroll tax and budgets.

In addition, I bring a wealth of other essential skills and qualities that I have developed through

study and various work experience, teamwork and communication, time management, attention to

detail, presentation skills, customer service and the ability to meet deadlines.

During my university studies I demonstrated my ability and energy in maintaining accounting-

related employment while studying full time. I believe that with my positive attitude and strong

work ethic, I would be a great fit for the advertised position.

You will find me to be a positive, motivated and hard-working person who is keen to learn the

depth of accounting in all areas and contribute to the fullest. Given the opportunity, I would apply

myself with enthusiasm to all tasks, ensuring that I get the job done accurately and efficiently.

My resume is attached, and I look forward to being able to discuss the position with you further.

Kind regards,

SUDHA CHENNA (Sue)

SUDHA CHENNA (SUE)

UNIT-7/1-3 PARK AVE

WESTMEAD, NSW-2145

Phone: 042*******

EMAIL: acoxu2@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVES:

Seeking a position as an Assistant Accountant, in a public practice or a financial department

where my technical skills gained through university degree and internship will be further

developed and my eagerness to learn various aspects of accounting functions fully utilized.

SUMMARY PROFILE:

Young, energetic, qualified Accounting graduate with excellent understanding of accounting

principles, cycle, functions and terminology, is committed to contribute in every possible manner

and continuously learn from experience for the growth of self and organization.

SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Gained excellent understanding of accounting and administrative functions in a commercial

business

Gained part-time employment while studying and learnt to become effective at multi-tasking

Team-player with good coordinating skills

Detail-oriented, efficient and organized professional

Posses strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to make well thought out

decisions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Highly trustworthy, discreet and ethical

Advanced user of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MYOB

EDUCATION:

Bachelors of Mathematics, Madras University, India

Bachelors of Professional Accountancy, Holmes Institute, Sydney

I achieved average of grade 4 out of 5. The major courses included were:

Accounting I Accounting II Business Law

Commercial Law Cost Accounting Company Accounting

Taxation Law Auditing Financial Accounting

Management Accounting Corporate Finance Information systems

development

Through my experience in the university, I have developed the following workplace competencies:

Critical Thinking Skills: Presented to my classmates on several projects which include analysis

of financial statements and owners equity including ratio analysis of the financials

Team work: Worked in groups in solving typical accounting procedures such as: profitability,

reconciliation and internal controls

Time Management Skills: Successfully met deadlines for accounting assignments and reports

throughout the course

Computer Skills: Utilized various software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

and MYOB in completing the Accounting projects

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE (PART TIME):

Worked as an Accounts Administrator at Skin Cancer Clinic North Sydney for 4.5 yrs

Duties & Responsibilities:

Performed Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable duties

Assisted Senior Accountant in Payroll Preparation

Performed Bank Reconciliations and Petty Cash Reconciliation

Performed General office duties and administrative Tasks

Performed excellent customer service

Assisted the Manager in management of daily operations of the clinic

Achieved proper Management and Training of staff

Performed stock management and procurement duties

HOBBIES:

Solving Crosswords

Reading Financial Review and BRW

Referees:

References available upon request

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