Can someone check my cover letter and give me some pointers? ?
Asked by K K
I am writing to you regarding the full time Bookkeeper' placement that was recently advertised in the paper, and would be most grateful if you would consider my application for this position" I am working part-time in XYZ & Co (Accountants). I worked as an accountant in AA, BB and CC companies. My duties included Accounts Payable, Purchase, Sale Ledger Clerk, Credit Control and Payroll. In addition, I was responsible for client records and handling the office accounts. Fully conversant in the use of SAGE accounting, SAGE Payroll, CARL and Microsoft including Word, Excel packages. I shall be pleased to attend an interview at any time to suit you. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.

Best Answer:
You've given a very good idea of what you do, but this will be in your resume or CV. may I suggest - Mrs R Hawkins Personnel Manager Dear Madam In reply to your advertisement in the Washington Bugle of 10 October, please consider my application for the vacancy of Bookkeeper - Fulltime. With broad experience in Accounts Payable...(etc)... and current part time employment at XYZ, I am applying for your position as it would suit my need for local full-time employment. I would bring to this position strong skills in Excel, MYOB, Quicken, and salary and conditions administration. Please find attached my brief resume, which I look forward to expanding at interview - for which I am available any day, but would prefer Tuesdays as I am not at XYZ that day. My current employer is aware that I am writing to you, and is happy to give me a firm reference. I look forward to meeting you to discuss my application Yours faithfully George S Paterson 134 Willow Drive Beverley Hills CA 90210 phone 212 568 896 email gsptsn@yahoo.com October 11 2008
used to read hundreds of applications. The ones that gave a good reason to be considered, in the cover letter, usually got an interview!
Answered by livelyblueswimmer

that is excellent
Answered by rennickelizabe

You don't need the ' at the end of Bookkeeper or you need to change it to Bookkeeper's placement. Also the " after position needs to go... Sale Ledger Clerk should be Sales Ledger. Other than that it looks good!! Best of luck with the job - I'm currently studying an accounts qualification and work in Finance and Payroll - it takes a special breed doesn't it??!! xx
Answered by melly

It's OK, but could be improved. You have some incomplete sentences. Also, the purpose of a cover letter to highlight points in your resume. It should be a sales letter for your resume and you. And it should address specific point in the ad you're responding to. See my quick rewrite below. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ In response to your advertisement for a full-time bookkeeper that you recently place in the [newspaper name], I am enclosing my resume. I believe that my skills and abilities fully meet your requirements. Specifically, you asked for someone with [list at least one job requirement specified in the ad--maybe "x years of experience.] I have [now specifically address that requirement--such as "I have x years of experience as a..."] In brief, I am working part-time in XYZ & Co (Accountants). Previously, I worked as an accountant in AA, BB and CC companies. My duties included Accounts Payable, Purchase, Sale Ledger Clerk, Credit Control and Payroll. In addition, I was responsible for client records and handling the office accounts. I am fully conversant in the use of SAGE accounting, SAGE Payroll, CARL and Microsoft Office including Word, and Excel. I would be pleased to meet with you at your convenience. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future. You can reach me at [phone number and e-mail]. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The main thing to try to do is to show them that you're a perfect match for what they're looking for. So, to the extent you can, cite requirements from their ad and show how you meet them. Include your contact information in the letter because sometimes letters and resumes get separated. Hope that helps.
Answered by I Buy And Sell Houses