The candidate is applying for an advertised position and believes her experience matches the requirements. She has over 20 years of experience in financial operations and analysis, with expertise in monitoring and analyzing performance against budgets and forecasts. She has strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is able to work independently, and is a fast learner willing to learn new systems. Her resume provides details of her qualifications and skills, and she requests a meeting to discuss the job prospects further.

1. I am writing to apply for the position advertised. My persona matches your organization’s
requirement for an assertive, self-directed candidate driven by details and deadlines.
I am an enthusiastic finance professional with over 20 years and a wide range of experiences in
financial operations and analysis. I have demonstrated expertise in monitoring and analyzing
performance compared to the budgeted forecast and preceding year’s performance ensuring
management and customer satisfaction. My advanced knowledge of financial software and advanced
Excel skills have made it easier and simpler for me to process financial reports and accounting journals.
Besides team work, I am able to work independently using my strong analytical, problem solving and
mathematical skills. Moreover, I am a fast learner and welcome any opportunity to learn new business
or financial systems.
My resume is enclosed herewith which will provide you with details of my skills and qualifications. I
will be grateful to have the opportunity to meet with you in near future so that we can discuss prospects
of the job. If you require any further information, feel free to contact me at 513-748-1024 or via email at
jennlyorl@yahoo.com. Thank you for time and considering my application.
Sincerely,
Jennifer York