It’s just about guaranteed that, at some point, you’ll have to produce a CV to support a job application. In many cases, your CV is the first thing a potential employer will see of you, so ensuring it’s put together in a way that makes a strong first impression is crucial.
We've put together a short guide on building a CV for the Sydney Accounting sector. Click below for more.
It’s just about guaranteed that, at some point, you’ll have to produce a CV to support a job application. In many cases, your CV is the first thing a potential employer will see of you, so ensuring it’s put together in a way that makes a strong first impression is crucial.
YOUR CV SHOULD:
- List your personal details first (i.e. name, where you live, contact details and residency status)
- List your qualifications along with year of completion
- Clearly outline your professional work experience
- Use bullet points to succinctly demonstrate both responsibilities and achievements for each position you’ve been in. These should include facts and figures.
- If you’ve had multiple jobs with one employer, start with your most recent role first, outlining your responsibilities and the dates during which you held each role.
- Outline your systems experience, including Excel capability and the functions you’re familiar with.
TIPS WHEN WRITING YOUR CV:
- Length should be around 2-4 pages (dependent upon how much experience you have)
- If you’ve had numerous roles throughout your career, go into most detail about those you’ve held over the past 5 to 10 years, so as to not cause information overload
- Ensure your CV is constructed in a way that is clear and professional. You can’t go wrong with Arial size 10 font!
- List your qualifications and work experience in reverse chronological order
- Ensure that you explain any gaps in your work history adequately, to ensure they are not misinterpreted
- Don’t assume the reader knows your current or ex employer – provide a clear description including industry, revenue, number of employees etc..
- Don’t use company specific jargon, terms or acronyms
- Be clear on what YOU did and what you were part of a team for.
- Make sure you proof read your CV thoroughly, correcting any spelling or grammar mistakes
For more information on how to build a first class CV, watch the video below or download our CV template here.
SUMMARY
After your new, perfectly tailored CV has been seen by an employer, there's a strong likelihood you'll be asked to come in for an interview. Interviews are a whole different story from applying for a role.
For other useful job search hints and tips please click here, or take a look at the following resources for more advice:
- Top Interview Tips
- Understanding 3 Types of Interview Questions
- How to Prepare for Your Dream Job Interview
- Answering the Strengths and Weaknesses Questions
- Answering "Why Should I Hire You?"
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