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Accountant CV example

An accountant CV built around qualifications, systems and the month-end work you own.

Relevant for: Nigeria, UAE, UK, Canada. Shown in the ATS Lean template. The person in this example is fictional.

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Writing tips for a accountant CV

1. 1Show your qualification track (ICAN, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) and exam status clearly.
2. 2Name the systems you use — Sage, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, Excel — in your skills.
3. 3Describe what you own: month-end close, reconciliations, VAT/tax filings, audit prep.
4. 4Keep numbers accurate and verifiable; only quote figures you can explain in interview.

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