Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

xxx-xxx-xxxx / abc@xyz.com

               Accounting Specialist

DATE

NAME HERE OF RECIPIENT

NAME HERE OF COMPANY

Dear RECIPEINT NAME:

Recent research into COMPANY NAME prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   Based on my knowledge of this company, I am very interested in interviewing for STATE POSITION YOU ARE SEEKING. I offer years of progressive advancement in key roles as an accounting and financial planning specialist.  I have worked as a technical expert in various forms within this field so I am accustomed to integrating into numerous cultures and environments in this capacity. I am experienced at managing others as well as developing and implementing best practices models to increase efficiency and accuracy.  I offer years of formal training and education as well as progressive advancement within my career due to excelling at responsibilities and making significant contributions to company growth. 

Perhaps most relevant among my skill set is the ability to analyze large volumes of raw financial data and develop logical systems to make sense of this information.  I have been known on many occasions to have taken antiquated and obscure systems and update them to ensure complete reconciliation of all expenses.  I am particularly skilled at developing and managing General Ledgers to ensure accuracy of data and deficiency free audits.

My peers consider me an exceptionally hard worker and strong team player.  My enthusiasm comes from working directly with data and resources and streamlining and improving processes as evidenced by my accomplishments and contributions to my past employers.  I am also capable of assimilating into a new environment easily and feel that I could quickly become part of your team.  I enjoy the chance to work directly with various departmental resources in both learning and mentoring fashions. I am selectively seeking a company who is progressive thinking and in need of a professional who can make an immediate and positive impact on productivity and processes.

            After your review of my resume, I hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  I plan to call you early next week. At that time, I can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  Please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy