Should use a generalised sample cover letter for all accountant jobs or should you tailor it fit the job description/ title at hand? Melody Mwendwa, a career adviser at Corporate Staffing Services, shares a wise nugget on the need for job seekers to design a cover letter specifically for the purpose one is applying for.
Have a look at this sample
Mercy the Job Seeker,
P. O. Box 678 – 00100, Nairobi.
23rd February 2015
The Human Resource Manager,
ABC Company,
P. O. Box 586- 00100, Nairobi.
Dear Sir/ Madam,
RE: APPLICATION FOR PROJECT ACCOUNTANT VACANCY
Having achieved a solid foundation in my accounting career, I am interested in furthering my understanding by seeking new challenges in the accounting field. I would like to express my interest in consideration for the newly advertised project accounting positions.
For the last two years, I have been working with a local NGO as an accountant tasked with providing basic financial management and analysis for program and general operations and working closely with country management to ensure that project work plans and financial planning are in sync.
At this stage in my career, I am interested in expanding my professional horizons by seeking new challenges in the project accounting industry. My background has presented me with a diverse range of skills which have enhanced my problem solving expertise while effectively working with a variety of different people.
I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications, and learn more about this opportunity. Please find the accompanying CV for your review.
Sincerely Mercy
The Job Seeker
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