Sample Accounting Analyst Resume
As Accounting Analyst, it isn’t enough to have the experience and skills for the position, but you must also know how to present it. Here’s a sample of what your Accounting Analyst resume should look like.
5821 S Mayfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(123)-123-1234
p.hendey@emailaddress.com
Job Objective: An Accounting Analyst position in an established company.
Employment History:
Accounting Analyst
Accenture, Chicago, IL
August 2005 - Present
Duties
Recommend collection route reconfiguration and scheduling changes based on revenue analysis to Manager.
Calculated potential lost revenue.
Retained all financial transaction data for auditing purposes.
Prepared annual operating budget and interim forecasting.
Tracked actual costs against budget documenting all variances identified.
Accounting Analyst
Forrester Research, Chicago, IL
August 2000 – July 2005
Duties
Received, analyzed, reconciled, and deposited revenue generated through sales.
Performed functional audits and random sampling to test compliance with established policies and procedures.
Assisted the Controller and Sr. Accountant in directing accounting functions, maintaining and applying accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Ensured proper transition of sales contracts and financial pro-rations for all acquisitions and divestitures.
Verified and reviewed calculation of revenue share. Ensure proper coding of all inventories in the billing system.
Skills:
Excellent understanding of accounting techniques
Strong written and oral communications skills
Attention to detail
Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to implement and analyze policies, procedures, and compliance related to GAAP
Education:
Masters Degree in Accounting
University of California, Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA