accounting assistant resume cover letter

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

Rajan Sharma
956/6, Ghandi  Nagar,
Delhi – 110011
(+91-11) 456 789

OBJECTIVE

A career in the financial field where budgeting experience will be advanced.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

·         More than sixteen years of progressive experience in budget control, public relations, and sales.

·         Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills; adept at defusing potential problems.

·         Proven oral and written communication abilities.

·         Adaptable to new concepts and responsibilities.

·         Proficient in handling diverse tasks simultaneously.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1985-Present

state treasury, Chicago, IL

Accounting Assistant
Administer budget, payroll, and personnel for a 322-person staff and $7 million budget. Attend state house meetings. Act as liaison with Budget Bureau. Pay Treasury bills; ensure payroll coverage. Determine emergency allotment needs. Utilize IBM and Hewlett Packard Computer Systems. Assist with public relations, opening/closing monthly and yearly budgets, and payroll. Negotiate contract work. Interface with clients from presentations and determining needs through completion of services. Act as liaison with accountants.

1980-1985

CRAVEN TRANSPORT, Midway Airport, Chicago, IL

Budget Director
Set up/implemented $7 million budget and payroll for main branch and subsidiaries. Negotiated contracts with air freight agencies working directly with owner.

1974-1980

NANETTE CONSTRUCTION, Elsah, IL

Budget Director
Actuated original budget for new company; ensured appropriation of moneys for payroll. Administered all office functions utilizing IBM Computer System.

EDUCATION

Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL Major: Business Management

REFERENCES

Furnished upon request.