Peopleflex
Careers
Resume Tips:
- Center your name and contact information at the top.
- Keep the length to two pages or less.
- Be detailed and specific about software and accounting terminology.
- Bullet style vs. paragraph style is more effective. The time to expand upon your experience is in the interview.
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Format the employment history section similar to the following layout:
ABC Company City, State June 2002 to present
(Brief description of company)
Assistant Controller Dec. 2003 to present
- Bullet responsibilities
- Bullet accomplishments
- Bullet management responsibilities
Senior Accountant June 2002 to Nov. 2003
Bullet responsibilities in this position before promotion
- Degrees and education listed last, not first, unless you are entry level.
- Certifications such as CPA, CMA, CPP, etc. (You should also include these after your name at the top - designate if inactive)
- List computer skills and additional educational courses.
- List awards and organizations ONLY if they are related to business responsibilities.
- Contact your Peopleflex recruiter should you have any specific questions on resume format and content.
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