Accounting Project Manager Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the accounting project manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for proactive, expert consultation and technical support on events and transactions by identifying and addressing accounting policy and reporting issues and opportunities (e.g., mortgage banking, loan accounting, consolidation/variable interest entities, derivatives and hedging, general accounting matters).

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Good understanding of Financial Services processes (business model, contract lifecycles) and system landscape
• Good understanding of end-to-end Accounting and IFRS Reporting processes in DFS AAP
• Able to handle difficult situations and make decisions
• Able to think strategically but also to implement on an operative level
• Knowledge of compliance with the requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley, including identifying and documenting key controls and processes and supporting related internal controls testing
• Certification Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License in active and good standing status
• Knowledge of revenue recognition standards
• Proven track record of setting up and driving programs across an organization

I am excited to be applying for the position of accounting project manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for technical accounting analysis on a variety of topics including consolidations, revenue recognition, business combinations, stock-based compensation, etc.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Create visually compelling PowerPoint presentations
• Have strong excel analysis skills
• Have worked with an Accounting team
• Experience in lease and loan accounting systems
• Is familiar with SAP Business Intelligence
• Problem solving skills with a natural curiosity about complex matters
• Manage risks/issues with enterprise related projects
• Deliver large cross-functional projects on reporting, data warehouse and/or accounting/finance

I would like to submit my application for the accounting project manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for expertise to the business in all technical accounting areas with particular focus on revenue recognition, business combinations, lease accounting, inventory and long-lived assets.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Working knowledge of the financial close process
• Experience with project management best practices and agile methodologies
• Experience with Salesforce, NetSuite, Zuora, Coupa, and/or Confluence
• BS/BA or equivalent in accounting, finance or related discipline
• Experience in managing project teams performing multiple projects in parallel
• Proven experience with Technical Project delivery either with a Business Analysis or development background
• Knowledge on any RDBMS (e.g., SQL, Sybase, Oracle), Unix Scripting, Perl, Jenkins
• Experience with Investment Banking – Managing projects across Front to back flows

Please consider me for the accounting project manager opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for accounting support and guidance for complex business transactions such as revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, consolidation accounting (VIE), debt, foreign currency, stock-based compensation, hedge accounting, factoring, software development and other matters to business partners in domestic and international regions.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience within Process improvement & problem solving
• Master Business Administration (MBA) or MS in Accounting, preferred
• Experience in hiring and supervising professionals preferred
• Joint Venture Accounting experience preferred
• Expertise in data retrieval, organization, and analysis
• Previous experience with a survey firm preferred
• Be PMP certified
• Be familiar with Lean and Agile methodologies

I am excited to be applying for the position of accounting project manager. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical guidance in functional accounting areas such as earnings per share, foreign currency, segment reporting, derivatives, stock-based compensation, goodwill and intangibles.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Work closely with internal departments and outside vendors to ensure project completion
• Work in a fast-paced environment anticipating, creating and managing change
• Extensive knowledge of project management, typically for a specific department, including methodology, processes, tools, scope management, financial tracking, scheduling and resource management
• Strong risk enterprise management experience
• Experience in working in enterprise projects that includes data conversion
• Experience doing very large enterprise projects on reporting, data warehouse and/or accounting/finance
• Collaborative team player, and willingness to go above and beyond
• Experience in lease and loan accounting preferred