Accounting and Finance Blog

Creativity is generally a good attribute for a job candidate to possess. That being said, don’t get creative with your job title when writing your resume or cover letter.

So you’re ready to move your accounting and finance career to the senior level — toward vice president, controller, chief financial officer or another top executive position. You’ll need a revamped resume to get you started.

All honors are not equal. For example, being named your company’s “Employee of the Year” will likely impress prospective employers; winning a neighborhood poker tournament probably won’t hold as much weight. Many applicants make the mistake of including so-called honors and accomplishments in their resumes that are dated or irrelevant to the job they’re seeking.

When you make a career out of project-based employment, constant networking becomes one of the most effective ways to boost long-term prospects. In fact, your relationships with industry professionals can open doors to opportunities where you least expect them.

Honesty is indeed the best policy when it comes to your resume and cover letter. That being said, there is such a thing as being too honest.