Lead Finance Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for lead finance, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for the oversight for ERP Finance program spend of ~$30M, and directly control budget of ~ $2M-$3M.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Analytical, motivated, and independent with strong attention to detail
• Petroleum economics and understanding of fiscal systems
• Project management skills involving planning, resource allocation, people management
• Awareness of key trends in the energy industry (Oil & Gas, Renewables)
• Good Knowledge of MS Office (mainly Word, Excel and PPT)
• Proven experience on full life cycle implementations of SAP ECC
• Professional Accounting Designation (CA, CMA, CGA) or equivalent (International MBA)
• Significant business experience with emphasis on complex international contracting

I would like to submit my application for the lead finance opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for single point of contact for CFO’s across all finance system areas; ERP, Reporting and closing.

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

• High level and knowledge of financial reporting and controls in an IT and / or project environment
• High level knowledge of project reporting and financial controls across local and global programs
• Lead and dive practices within a shared services function/ IT finance support role
• Experience in managing Accounting processes in a global organization and driving recharge management
• Expert knowledge of Oracle/other financial ledger tools is of high advantage
• High level experience of partnering with cost centre owners to drive financial controls around spend
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of specific global process stream internal accounting procedures
• Understanding of Finance, Barclays and/or Financial Services sector

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the lead finance position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for finance leadership to the Human Resources Leadership Team and leverages specialized knowledge within Finance to identify areas of opportunity and risk, leading to financial recommendations to executive management.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Financial Services or a Financial Data Provider industry
• Excellent time management, decision-making and organization skills very good written and verbal communication and presentation skills are critical
• The role requires individuals of relevant local university requirement or recognized general management qualification in Finance or Accounting
• Experience in Insurance or a Financial Services environment
• Manage upward and outward, not just within team
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Able to think strategically, lead a diverse team, and grasp a firm understanding of the business goals and priorities and what it takes to execute
• Experience working with Intel customers

I would like to submit my application for the lead finance opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical accounting advice and support as required to all SET areas, embedded finance partners and the deal finance team.

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

• Approaches work with high level of curiosity and a honed aptitude to identify and solve problems, taking initiative and working independently
• Change agent who can assist data users through training and change
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated in guiding evaluation and discussion on issues
• Has the authority to decide how the resources will be allotted in order to meet the goals
• Be in charge of finance and accounting process at local level and keep track of large number of legislation
• Be in charge of payroll operations decision working totally align with the Sr Finance Director
• Negotiation skills with Senior Finance Partners
• Able to have influence in complex situations and to solve issues

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the lead finance position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for overall oversight and guidance on all areas involving project accounting functions to include: monthly close, reconciliation, accounting process, operational process improvements and management reporting.

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:

• I&E / Balance Sheet Management　
• Demonstrating an active role in moving the APD IFA business, or similar practice, forward
• Has significant experience across several core sectors and services in Infrastructure Finance Advisory
• Has organised presentations and conferences/industry forums/external events, and our own forums, seminars, and other similar events, with successful outcomes
• Proficiency and deep expertise in all aspects of Finance
• Experience on transformation and process improvement projects
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with strong customer focus
• Result oriented person, with strong prioritization skills, handling multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure