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Start with your accounting specialtyList accounting systemsUse measurable achievementsAdapt the CV to the target country
Apply this advice now
- Review your job title and contact details.
- Summarize experience in clear bullet points.
- Use keywords related to the job you target.
Start with your accounting specialty
Clarify whether your experience is general ledger, AP, AR, tax, costing, audit, or reporting.
List accounting systems
Mention Excel, ERP, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks or other financial systems you used.
Use measurable achievements
Examples include monthly closing, reconciliations, supplier invoices, collections, or reporting accuracy.
Adapt the CV to the target country
Mention the target city and international contact details clearly.
FAQ
Are certificates important?
Certificates such as CMA, IFRS or finance courses help, but practical experience still matters.
What should fresh accountants focus on?
Excel, journal entries, reconciliations and organized financial files.