The building and construction industry is worth billions of dollars and as such proper accounting is needed. From the purchase of building materials to the paying of construction workers and the necessary government fees the process calls for professionals in the accounting field. Accountant jobs are on the rise as the government requires better accountability from companies and individuals alike. To land a job as a construction accountant take your time to write a comprehensive resume. This is what will help your potential employer make the decision whether to hire you or not. Given under is a sample resume for a construction accountant.
Construction Accountant CV Example, Format
Robert Danes
Sundance 367 Street
Caxton, VA 31741
+123 456 7590
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Over 13 years of accounting experience in Construction Companies
Background in financial services
Strong track record with experience in Year End Audits, Internal Audits, Financial Statements and other accounting activities
EXPERIENCE
1999 – 2008: New Sundance Construction Ltd, Town, Sundance
Accounting Projects Manager
Responsibilities
Prepared reports and made recommendations to modernize business practices. Conducted special assignments assigned by the Company Director such as internal audits, policies and procedures, payroll, patient records, classified property, inventory and more.
Role as the link between accounting office and Construction sites
Performed all end-of-year accounting for all construction projects
Designed policies and procedures to ensure consistency and internal audit of accounts
Issued directives to all resident accountants at Construction sites
1996 – 1999: Coronation Consultants, Deville
Chief Auditor Assistant
Responsibilities
Reported to the Chief Auditor who was Acting Finance Director
Preparing journal entries, carried out budget analysis
Prepared bank accounts and general ledger accounts reconciliations for the company
Submitted Capital Funds for approval, which I was made in charge of
Submitted employee expenses for reimbursement, prepared daily cash vouchers and deposits
Followed up on different department heads to ensure action plans were done in due course and claims were done
EDUCATION
University Of Arizona, Phoenix
B. S. in Accounting, 1997
Diploma in Accounting, 1987
ACCA certification
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Computer Proficiency in Windows, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus 123
Sage Pastel, Accountix, Tally, Epos accounting Software, SAP ERP software system
Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese
REFEREES
Available on request
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