If you are seeking an Accounting career then you will have either begun some accounting qualifications or be an expert with figures and looking to begin some accounting qualifications and looking for a Trainee position.
Whatever path you are looking to go down means that you will need to be from the same background – someone who is good with mathematics enjoys working with figures and detailed information and someone who can concentrate with numbers for long periods of time. You will also need to have excellent communication skills and be able to explain the numbers and what they mean to clients with less knowledge than yourself.
If you are ready to begin applying for roles then you need to assess your skills and experience to date and outline what the relevant skills are that an employer would be interested in that is appropriate to the role they are recruiting for.
If you are ready to apply for roles then you need to work on your personal statement
to sell your skills and experience to an employer. Please see the below example that could act as a guide:
Accounting Personal Statement Example
A methodical and intelligent worker who has always had a passion for accounting from a young age and works well with numbers for long periods of time. I have excellent concentration skills and pay great attention to detail.
Having done (what accounting qualifications and what experience) I am now keen to expand my skills and looking to complete (what further qualifications) in order to be a successful accountant.
I am a self motivated individual who is dedicated to my chosen career profession of Accounting and have got good experience of working on my own initiative as well as part of a bigger team environment. I am looking to learn as much as I can now to further my career for myself and my future employer.
