SAMPLE COVER LETTER

August 2, 2002

Ms. Caren Thomas

Director, Human Resources  

ABC Company

444 Front Street

Philadelphia, PA 22222

Dear Ms. Thomas:             

 I read about your position for Manager of Accounting on your company’s web site. My work experience and education seem perfectly suited for this opportunity:

• Thirteen years as accountant manager of ABC Company, a major  $4 billion corporation;

• Liaison to computer department during computerization of accounting system that saved company $2 million, and increased department’s efficiency by 100%;

• Proficient in cost management, asset management and financial report preparation;

• Awarded “Accountant Manager of the Year” five times.

I am very enthusiastic about your position. It seems like a challenging one. I look forward to hearing from you.

                                                                                                                                                                              Sincerely,

      June Raintree