Finance is the oxygen that organizations breathe on. If it is not handled properly, there is hundred percent chance of the businesses getting closed. To take care of this important business aspect, companies hire finance controllers. If you have the knowledge of finance, accounting, legal experience and knowledge to work on special software, you are suited for this job. However, a job cover letter is the first thing you will need.
Since controlling finance of a company requires extensive planning, analysis, organization, and management skills, your cover letter must display these skills clearly and precisely. The employers must know that you can prepare final statements, profit and loss statements, budget reports, forecast, SEC reports, and cost analysis reports.
As you are trying for a job where numbers and figures are important in analyzing the growth of a business, mentioning about your mathematical skills is compulsory. If you mention the figures of the projects that you have controlled, the readers' curiosity to meet you would definitely get charged. You can also describe about your experience of working in any multi-national projects, if any.
Peter L. Christensen
2135 Riverwood Drive
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: 530-325-8814
Email: plchristensen@bsr.com
October 01, 2013
Bryan P. Dollinger
Human Resources Manager
Max Electrical Corporation
2634 Devils Hill Road
Sacramento, CA 95820
Subject: Application for the position of finance controller
Dear Dollinger,
Managing finance of an organization is not a child's play. It is a skill that can be gained only with preservation, dedication, hard work, concentration, and utmost care. A controller can help the company in streamlining the accounting process, develop and implement effective channels that can put a restriction on expenses and stimulate income. These are the principles that I follow while serving as a controller for Genuine Automotive Parts, CA, a franchisee that sells car accessories of the leading manufacturers around the world.
Last week, I met an ex-alumni who informed me that Max Electrical Corporation is looking to fill in a finance controller position. Being an experienced financial professional with in-depth knowledge of GAAP and accounting management, I believe, I can help you in filling up the vacancy. I very much want to explore this opportunity, and put my skills and talents for your organization.
It is my policy to find loopholes in the accounting systems wherever I work and fix them to the best of my knowledge. I am sure there won't be any in your organization, but still I can bring several new things that would further enhance the financial operation. I am familiar in introducing effective reporting system related to financing and accounting. I have brought several positive changes that include cost cutting, proper documentation, payment collection procedures, etc.
My supervision skills, with excellent knowledge of preparing financial statements, profit and loss statements, budget reports, and forecasts make me the key player of the accounting team. I have provided input and suggestion to the top management of my company when investing during acquisitions. Last year, I played a major role in acquiring a retail chain outlet that was worth 75 million dollars.
I enjoy working in challenging atmosphere and achieve the impossible. My passion and dedication supported by organizational, communication, interpersonal, numerical and analysis skills made me reach this far. Meeting and exceeding expectations is second nature to me. If you believe effective plans, proper administration and discipline are necessary for the success of any projects, please call me, and I will prove it to you. You can reach me through the phone or email at any given day. Thank you for reading my application.
Sincerely,
Peter L. Christensen
Enclosure: Resume
There are some common skills pertaining to the controller position. If you see it in this letter, use it. You may as well have additional skills that are not mentioned here. If so, do include it in the cover letter to impress the would-be employer.