Finance & Accounting Resume Templates

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Staff Accountant

For accountants handling general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Chicago, IL
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

GAAP
General Ledger
Month-End Close
Journal Entries
Bank Reconciliation
QuickBooks
NetSuite
Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable

About Me

Detail-oriented Staff Accountant with 3+ years of experience in general ledger accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting. Proficient in ERP systems and Excel. Strong analytical skills with commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Experience

Staff Accountant
Mid-Size Company
Chicago, IL
Jan 2022 - Present
  • Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable processing for $50M revenue company
  • Prepare and post 200+ journal entries monthly, maintaining 99.9% accuracy rate
  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations for 15 accounts totaling $10M+ in balances
  • Assist with annual audit preparation, reducing audit adjustments by 40% year-over-year
Junior Accountant
Accounting Firm
Chicago, IL
June 2020 - Dec 2021
  • Prepared financial statements and tax returns for 30+ small business clients
  • Reconciled accounts and identified discrepancies for client month-end close
  • Assisted senior accountants with audit fieldwork and documentation
  • Maintained organized workpapers and documentation for regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accounting
University Name
2016 - 2020
Magna Cum Laude

Financial Analyst

For analysts focused on financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic analysis.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 New York, NY
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Financial Modeling
Excel (Advanced)
Variance Analysis
Budgeting & Forecasting
SQL
Tableau
Power BI
DCF Valuation
SAP
Strategic Analysis

About Me

Financial Analyst with 4+ years building financial models and providing strategic insights to drive business decisions. Expert in Excel modeling, variance analysis, and data visualization. Track record of identifying cost savings and revenue opportunities.

Experience

Senior Financial Analyst
Fortune 500 Company
New York, NY
March 2022 - Present
  • Build and maintain financial models for $500M business unit supporting strategic planning
  • Lead annual budgeting process, coordinating with 10+ department heads across organization
  • Develop executive dashboards in Tableau, improving visibility into KPIs for leadership team
  • Identified $2M in cost savings through variance analysis and operational efficiency reviews
Financial Analyst
Investment Bank
New York, NY
June 2020 - Feb 2022
  • Created DCF and LBO models for M&A transactions valued at $100M+
  • Prepared pitch materials and financial analysis for client presentations
  • Conducted industry research and competitive analysis for deal sourcing
  • Supported due diligence processes analyzing target company financials

Education

Bachelor of Science in Finance
University Name
2016 - 2020
Minor in Economics

Controller

For senior accounting professionals overseeing financial operations and reporting.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Boston, MA
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

CPA
Team Leadership
Financial Reporting
Internal Controls
SOX Compliance
ERP Implementation
NetSuite
SAP
Cost Accounting
Audit Management

About Me

Controller with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience including 5 years in leadership roles. CPA with expertise in financial reporting, internal controls, and team development. Track record of improving financial processes and leading successful audits.

Experience

Controller
Growth Company
Boston, MA
Jan 2021 - Present
  • Lead accounting team of 8 professionals managing all financial operations for $200M company
  • Reduced month-end close from 15 days to 5 days through process automation and optimization
  • Implemented new ERP system (NetSuite), improving reporting accuracy and efficiency by 40%
  • Manage relationship with external auditors, achieving clean audit opinions for 3 consecutive years
Assistant Controller
Manufacturing Company
Boston, MA
June 2017 - Dec 2020
  • Oversaw monthly close, financial reporting, and compliance for multi-entity organization
  • Developed and implemented internal controls improving SOX compliance by 30%
  • Managed cost accounting function, providing variance analysis for manufacturing operations
  • Led annual budget process and quarterly forecast updates for executive team

Education

Master of Business Administration in Finance
University Name
2015 - 2017
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
University Name
2008 - 2012

CPA/Public Accounting

For CPAs in public accounting firms handling audit, tax, or advisory services.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Atlanta, GA
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

CPA Licensed
GAAP
Financial Statement Audit
Internal Controls
SOX Testing
SEC Reporting
Risk Assessment
Engagement Management
Client Relations
PCAOB Standards

About Me

CPA with 4 years of public accounting experience in audit and assurance services. Expertise in financial statement audits, internal controls testing, and GAAP compliance. Strong client relationship skills with experience across multiple industries.

Experience

Senior Audit Associate
Big 4 Accounting Firm
Atlanta, GA
Jan 2022 - Present
  • Lead audit engagements for 8+ clients across technology, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors
  • Manage engagement teams of 3-5 associates, providing coaching and review of workpapers
  • Execute risk assessment procedures and design audit programs for complex accounts
  • Achieved 95% realization rate on engagements through effective project management
Audit Associate
Big 4 Accounting Firm
Atlanta, GA
Sept 2020 - Dec 2021
  • Performed audit procedures including testing internal controls and substantive testing
  • Documented audit findings and prepared workpapers meeting firm quality standards
  • Assisted with SEC filings and quarterly reviews for public company clients
  • Participated in 40+ hours of professional development training annually

Education

Master of Accountancy in Accounting
University Name
2019 - 2020
Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
University Name
2016 - 2020
Summa Cum Laude

FP&A Manager

For financial planning and analysis professionals driving strategic decision-making.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 San Francisco, CA
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Financial Modeling
Budgeting & Forecasting
Variance Analysis
Strategic Planning
SaaS Metrics
Excel (Advanced)
Python
Tableau
Adaptive Planning
Executive Presentations

About Me

FP&A Manager with 7+ years driving financial planning and strategic analysis for high-growth companies. Expert in building scalable financial models, leading budgeting processes, and providing actionable insights to executive leadership. Track record of improving forecast accuracy.

Experience

FP&A Manager
Tech Company
San Francisco, CA
Feb 2021 - Present
  • Lead FP&A function for $300M revenue company, managing team of 3 analysts
  • Improved forecast accuracy from 85% to 95% through enhanced modeling and process rigor
  • Partner with C-suite on strategic initiatives, providing financial analysis for board presentations
  • Automated reporting processes using Python and Tableau, saving 20 hours per month
Senior Financial Analyst
SaaS Startup
San Francisco, CA
June 2018 - Jan 2021
  • Built financial models supporting Series B and C fundraising ($100M+ raised)
  • Developed SaaS metrics dashboards tracking ARR, churn, CAC, and LTV
  • Led monthly business reviews presenting financial performance to department heads
  • Created scenario analysis models supporting strategic decision-making

Education

Master of Business Administration in Finance
University Name
2016 - 2018
Bachelor of Science in Economics
University Name
2010 - 2014

Entry-Level Finance

Perfect for recent graduates starting their finance or accounting career.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Dallas, TX
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Financial Modeling
Excel
PowerPoint
Financial Analysis
Valuation
Data Analysis
Bloomberg Terminal
SQL (Basic)
Communication
Problem Solving

About Me

Recent finance graduate with strong analytical skills and internship experience in financial analysis. Proficient in Excel and financial modeling. Eager to apply quantitative skills and business acumen to drive data-driven decision making.

Experience

Finance Intern
Fortune 500 Company
Dallas, TX
June 2024 - Aug 2024
  • Assisted FP&A team with monthly variance analysis and management reporting
  • Built Excel models to analyze product profitability across 50+ SKUs
  • Created PowerPoint presentations summarizing financial performance for senior leadership
  • Supported quarterly budget review process, gathering data from 10+ cost centers
Equity Research Analyst
University Investment Fund
University Campus
Sept 2023 - May 2024
  • Managed $50K portfolio allocation in student-run investment fund
  • Conducted fundamental analysis and built DCF models for equity research reports
  • Presented stock recommendations to investment committee of faculty and students
  • Achieved 15% portfolio return, outperforming benchmark by 5%

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance
University Name
2020 - 2024
GPA: 3.7/4.0
Minor in Economics, Dean's List

Why Use Our Finance Templates?

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Certification Focused

Templates highlight CPA, CFA, and other certifications that finance hiring managers prioritize.

Numbers-Driven

Pre-filled with quantifiable achievements showing budget sizes, cost savings, and accuracy rates.

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Formatted with the right keywords for GAAP, ERP systems, and financial software.