Assistant Controller

February 15, 2010, Dear Recruiter: I am writing in response to the position advertised as being open at this time with your company. I am a vastly experienced Accountant, who is skilled in the areas of General Accounting/Finance. I would like to bring my expertise and knowledge to your company in a position where I can continue adding value to your organization in the same manner as I have done for previous employers. My demonstrated work ethic, commitment to organizational success, proven relationship management skills in addition to my ability to meet deadlines and go the extra mile have contributed to my successes in accounting and financial operations. I have a recognized ability to analyze financial data and prepare comprehensive reports for management review. Over the course of my career, I have performed a wide variety of accounting activities, including accounts payable and receivable, cost analysis, billing, invoicing, and credit analysis. I am familiar with developing and implementing process improvements, and am adept at analyzing financial data, identifying potential issues, and formulating efficient solutions. In addition, I also have vast experience in preparing comprehensive budgets, grants and reports. I am an effective organizer and planner and my outgoing and friendly nature allows me to interact well with external business partners, serving as a key liaison to management. My personnel management skills are noteworthy and I have a demonstrated ability to develop strong, focused teams who work collaboratively to achieve goals and objectives. I have an exemplary work ethic and I pride myself on bringing the right measure of enthusiasm into the equation. I am tireless in my efforts to build strong professional relationships and provide exemplary service and support. The accompanying résumé can give you an idea of my potential for making a worthwhile contribution to your company. I look forward to speaking with you further regarding this opportunity. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely yours, Julio C. Cortez

Accountant

Woodhaven, NY