When preparing an accounting cover letter it is imperative that several critical areas are covered.
First, it is important to let the employer know how you learned about the position.
In some cases, the employer may not actually have a position open and you will simply be sending a resume and cover letter to the employer to keep on file, just in case.|
Geoffrey Wendell 3467 E. 67th Street Jacksonville, FL 55555 555-555-1212 March 6, 2007 Mr. Harrington Harrington & Harrington 2801 Sunshine Avenue Jacksonville, Florida 55555 Dear Mr. Harrington: Perhaps you are seeking an addition to your accounting team. A new person can provide innovative approaches to your accounting needs. You will discover from the enclosed resume that I have experience in many areas of accounting. My background, skills and talents are focused in one direction - keeping immaculate care of my company's books. Throughout the last several years, I have assisted in bringing companies into the 21st century, changing from the "ledger book" mentality to the more efficient computer "spreadsheet" mentality. With my strict attention to detail, this process is helping my current company through its hostile takeover by a competitor. Combining my two major interests, accounting and the tourist industry would be a dream come true. I have an extensive collection of Florida tourist memorabilia, and I am one of Jacksonville’s biggest supporters of Operation Beach Saver. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to speaking with you further and will contact you during the week of March 11th tofurther discuss how my experience and abilities could benefit your organization. Respectfully, Geoffrey Wendell |
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Always remember to close your cover letter with a strong conclusion.
In the sample accounting cover letter provided, the candidate takes initiative and states that he will be in contact with the employer; further underlining his interest.

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