Chris Maltezos
Tampa, FL 33647
Michelle Jenkins
Director of Advising
Muma College of Business- Undergraduate Advising
4202 East Fowler Ave, BSN 3403
Tampa, FL 33620
Feb 11, 2012
To Whom It May Concern:
I am applying for The College of Business academic advisor position at the University of South
Florida in Tampa. I feel this position will allow me to continue to provide excellence service to
our students at USF.
As an admissions advisor with sixteen years experience and extensive knowledge of university
policy and computer systems, I am eager to contribute my abilities and passion for student
success to the College of Business Advising office. In addition, I have taught a popular FKL
course for five years enlightening students on film, acting and cultural historical perspective.
Thus, I believe I can aid the Undergraduate Business Advising office in its goal of providing
students excellence and commitment.
Enclosed in my application is my resume and list of references. Feel free to call me at 813-4518329 or email: csm1072000@yahoo.com if you have questions. I look forward to hearing from
you.
Sincerely
Chris Maltezos
Employment Unit Research
Career Position: Auditor
Summary
What Auditor Do
Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records. They ensure that financial records
are accurate and that taxes are paid properly and on time. Accountants and auditors assess financial
operations and work to help ensure that organizations run efficiently.
Duties
Accountants and auditors typically do the following:
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Examine financial statements to ensure that they are accurate and comply with laws and
regulations
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Compute taxes owed, prepare tax returns, and ensure that taxes are paid properly and on time
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Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency and use of accepted accounting
procedures
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Organize and maintain financial records
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Assess financial operations and make best-practices recommendations to management
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Suggest ways to reduce costs, enhance revenues, and improve profits
In addition to examining and preparing financial documentation, accountants and auditors must
explain their findings. This includes preparing written reports and meeting face-to-face with
organization managers and individual clients.
Many accountants and auditors specialize, depending on the particular organization that they work
for. Some work for organizations that specialize in assurance services (improving the quality or
context of information for decisionmakers) or risk management (determining the probability of a
misstatement on financial documentation). Other organizations specialize in specific industries, such
as healthcare.
The following are examples of types of accountants and auditors:
Public accountants perform a broad range of accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting tasks. Their
clients include corporations, governments, and individuals.
Public accountants work with financial documents that clients are required by law to disclose. These
include tax forms and balance sheet statements that corporations must provide to potential investors.
For example, some public accountants concentrate on tax matters, advising corporations about the
tax advantages of certain business decisions or preparing individual income tax returns.
Public accountants, many of whom are Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), generally have their own
businesses or work for public accounting firms. Publicly traded companies are required to have CPAs
sign documents they submit to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including annual and
quarterly reports.
Some public accountants specialize in forensic accounting, investigating financial crimes such as
securities fraud and embezzlement, bankruptcies and contract disputes, and other complex and
potentially criminal financial transactions. Forensic accountants combine their knowledge of
accounting and finance with law and investigative techniques to determine if an activity is illegal.
Many forensic accountants work closely with law enforcement personnel and lawyers during
investigations and often appear as expert witnesses during trials.
Management accountants, also called cost, managerial, industrial, corporate, or private
accountants, record and analyze the financial information of the organizations for which they work.
The information that management accountants prepare is intended for internal use by business
managers, not by the general public.
Management accountants often work on budgeting and performance evaluation. They also may help
organizations plan the cost of doing business. Some may work with financial managers on asset
management, which involves planning and selecting financial investments such as stocks, bonds, and
real estate.
Government accountants maintain and examine the records of government agencies and audit
private businesses and individuals whose activities are subject to government regulations or taxation.
Accountants employed by federal, state, and local governments ensure that revenues are received
and spent in accordance with laws and regulations.
Internal auditors check for mismanagement of an organization’s funds. They identify ways to
improve the processes for finding and eliminating waste and fraud. The practice of internal auditing is
not regulated, but The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) provides generally accepted standards.
External auditors perform similar duties to internal auditors, but are employed by an outside
organization, rather than the one they are auditing. They review clients’ financial statements and
inform investors and authorities that the statements have been correctly prepared and reported.
Information technology auditors are internal auditors who review controls for their organization’s
computer systems to ensure that the financial data comes from a reliable source.
Work Environment
Most accountants and auditors work full time. Some work more than 40 hours per week. Overtime
hours are typical at certain times of the year, such as at the end of the budget year or during tax
season.
How to Become an Accountant or Auditor
Most employers require a candidate to have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
Certification within a specific field of accounting improves job prospects. For example, many
accountants become Certified Public Accountants (CPAs).
Pay
The median annual wage for accountants and auditors was $70,500 in May 2018.
Job Outlook
Employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2018 to 2028, about as
fast as the average for all occupations. In general, employment growth of accountants and auditors is
expected to be closely tied to the health of the overall economy. As the economy grows, more
workers should be needed to prepare and examine financial records.
State & Area Data
Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for accountants and auditors.
Similar Occupations
Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of accountants and auditors with similar
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source on key characteristics of workers and occupations.
Work Environment
Most accountants and auditors work full time.
Accountants and auditors held about 1.4 million jobs in 2018. The largest employers of accountants
and auditors were as follows:
Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services 24%
Finance and insurance
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Government
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Management of companies and enterprises
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Self-employed workers
7
Most accountants and auditors work in offices, but some work from home. Although they complete
much of their work alone, they sometimes work in teams with other accountants and auditors.
Accountants and auditors may travel to their clients’ places of business.
Work Schedules
Most accountants and auditors work full time. Some work more than 40 hours per week. Longer
periods of work are typical at certain times of the year, such as at the end of the budget year or
during tax season.
How to Become an Accountant or Auditor
Most accountants and auditors need at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
Most accountants and auditors need at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
Certification, including the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential, can improve job prospects.
Education
Most accountant and auditor positions require at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related
field. Some employers prefer to hire applicants who have a master’s degree, either in accounting or in
business administration with a concentration in accounting.
A few universities and colleges offer specialized programs, such as a bachelor’s degree in internal
auditing. In some cases, those with associate degrees, as well as bookkeepers and accounting clerks
who meet the education and experience requirements set by their employers, get junior accounting
positions and advance to accountant positions by showing their accounting skills on the job.
Many colleges help students gain practical experience through summer or part-time internships with
public accounting or business firms.
Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations
Every accountant filing a report with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is required by
law to be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Many other accountants choose to become a CPA to
enhance their job prospects or to gain clients. Many employers will pay the costs associated with the
CPA exam.
CPAs are licensed by their state’s Board of Accountancy. Becoming a CPA requires passing a national
exam and meeting other state requirements. Almost all states require CPA candidates to complete
150 semester hours of college coursework to be licensed, which is 30 hours more than the usual 4year bachelor’s degree. Many schools offer a 5-year combined bachelor’s and master’s degree to
meet the 150-hour requirement, but a master’s degree is not required.
A few states allow a number of years of public accounting experience to substitute for a college
degree.
All states use the four-part Uniform CPA Examination from the American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants (AICPA). Candidates do not have to pass all four parts at once, but most states require
that candidates pass all four parts within 18 months of passing their first part.
Almost all states require CPAs to take continuing education to keep their license.
Certification provides an advantage in the job market because it shows professional competence in a
specialized field of accounting and auditing. Accountants and auditors seek certifications from a
variety of professional societies. Some of the most common certifications are listed below:
The Institute of Management Accountants offers the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) to
applicants who complete a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must have worked at least 2 years in
management accounting, pass a two-part exam, agree to meet continuing education requirements,
and comply with standards of professional conduct. The exam covers areas such as financial
statement analysis, working-capital policy, capital structure, valuation issues, and risk management.
The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) offers the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) to graduates from
accredited colleges and universities who have worked for 2 years as internal auditors and have
passed a four-part exam. The IIA also offers the Certified in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA),
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA), and
Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) to those who pass the exams and meet
educational and experience requirements.
ISACA offers the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) to candidates who pass an exam and
have 5 years of experience auditing information systems. Information systems experience, financial or
operational auditing experience, or related college credit hours can be substituted for up to 3 years of
experience in information systems auditing, control, or security.
For accountants with a CPA, the AICPA offers the option to receive any or all of the Accredited in
Business Valuation (ABV), Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP), or Personal Financial
Specialist (PFS) certifications. The ABV requires passing a written exam, completion of at least six
business valuation projects, and 75 hours of continuing education. The CITP requires 1,000 hours of
business technology experience and 75 hours of continuing education. Candidates for the PFS also
must complete a certain amount of work experience and continuing education, and pass a written
exam.
Advancement
Some top executives and financial managers have a background in accounting, internal auditing, or
finance.
Entry-level public accountants can advance to senior positions with more responsibility. Those who
excel may become supervisors, managers, or partners; open their own public accounting firm; or
transfer to executive positions in management accounting or internal auditing in private firms.
Management accountants often start as cost accountants, junior internal auditors, or trainees for
other accounting positions. As they rise through the organization, they may advance to accounting
manager, chief cost accountant, budget director, or manager of internal auditing. Some become
controllers, treasurers, financial vice presidents, chief financial officers, or corporation presidents.
Public accountants, management accountants, and internal auditors can move from one aspect of
accounting and auditing to another. Public accountants often move into management accounting or
internal auditing. Management accountants may become internal auditors, and internal auditors may
become management accountants. However, it is less common for management accountants or
internal auditors to move into public accounting.
Important Qualities
Analytical skills. Accountants and auditors must be able to identify issues in documentation and
suggest solutions. For example, public accountants use analytical skills in their work to minimize tax
liability, and internal auditors use these skills to detect fraudulent use of funds.
Communication skills. Accountants and auditors must be able to listen carefully to facts and
concerns from clients, managers, and others. They must also be able to discuss the results of their
work in both meetings and written reports.
Detail oriented. Accountants and auditors must pay attention to detail when compiling and
examining documentation.
Math skills. Accountants and auditors must be able to analyze, compare, and interpret facts and
figures, although complex math skills are not necessary.
Organizational skills. Strong organizational skills are important for accountants and auditors, who
often work with a range of financial documents for a variety of clients.
Pay
Accountants and Auditors
Median annual wages, May 2018
Financial specialists
$70,770
Accountants and auditors
$70,500
Total, all occupations
$38,640
Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics
The median annual wage for accountants and auditors was $70,500 in May 2018. The median wage
is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half
earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $43,650, and the highest 10 percent earned
more than $122,840.
In May 2018, the median annual wages for accountants and auditors in the top industries in which
they worked were as follows:
Finance and insurance
$74,690
Management of companies and enterprises
73,180
Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services
70,640
Government
68,420
Most accountants and auditors work full time. Some work more than 40 hours per week. Longer
hours are typical at certain times of the year, such as at the end of the budget year or during tax
season.
Job Outlook
Accountants and Auditors
Percent change in employment, projected 2018-28
Accountants and auditors
6%
Financial specialists
6%
Total, all occupations
5%
Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program
Employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2018 to 2028, about as
fast as the average for all occupations. Globalization, a growing economy, and a complex tax and
regulatory environment are expected to continue to lead to strong demand for accountants and
auditors.
In general, employment growth of accountants and auditors is expected to be closely tied to the
health of the overall economy. As the economy grows, these workers will continue to be needed to
prepare and examine financial records. In addition, as more companies go public, there will be
greater need for public accountants to handle the legally required financial documentation.
The continued globalization of business may lead to increased demand for accounting expertise and
services related to international trade and international mergers and acquisitions.
Technological change is expected to affect the role of accountants over the next 10 years. As
platforms such as cloud computing become more widespread, some routine accounting tasks may
become automated. Although this will allow accountants to become more efficient, this change is not
expected to reduce the overall demand for accountants. Instead, with the automation of routine
tasks, such as data entry, the advisory and analytical duties of accountants will become more
prominent.
Job Prospects
Demand for accountants may lead to good prospects for entry-level positions. However, competition
will be stronger for jobs with the most prestigious accounting and business firms.
Accountants and auditors who have earned professional recognition, especially as Certified Public
Accountants (CPAs), should have the best prospects. Job applicants who have a master’s degree in
accounting or a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) with a concentration in accounting
also may have an advantage.
Employment projections data for accountants and auditors, 2018-28
Projected
Occupational
SOC
Employment,
Employment,
Title
Code
2018
2028
Change, 2018-28
Employment by
Percent Numeric
Industry
SOURCE: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program
Accountants and
auditors
13-2011
1,424,000
1,514,700
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90,700
Get data
State & Area Data
Occupational Employment Statistics (OES)
The Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) program produces employment and wage estimates
annually for over 800 occupations. These estimates are available for the nation as a whole, for
individual states, and for metropolitan and nonmetropolitan areas. The link(s) below go to OES data
maps for employment and wages by state and area.
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Projections Central
Occupational employment projections are developed for all states by Labor Market Information (LMI)
or individual state Employment Projections offices. All state projections data are available
at www.projectionscentral.com. Information on this site allows projected employment growth for an
occupation to be compared among states or to be compared within one state. In addition, states may
produce projections for areas; there are links to each state’s websites where these data may be
retrieved.
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auditors.
OCCUPATION
Bookkeeping, Accounting,
and Auditing Clerks
JOB DUTIES
Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks produce financial records
for organizations and check financial records for accuracy.
Budget analysts help public and private institutions organize their
Budget Analysts
finances.
Cost estimators collect and analyze data in order to estimate the time,
Cost Estimators
money, materials, and labor required to make a product or provide a
service.
Financial analysts provide guidance to businesses and individuals making
Financial Analysts
investment decisions.
Financial managers produce financial reports, direct investment activities,
Financial Managers
and develop strategies and plans for the long-term financial goals of their
organization.
Management analysts propose ways to improve an organization’s
Management Analysts
efficiency.
OCCUPATION
JOB DUTIES
Personal financial advisors provide advice to help individuals manage their
Personal Financial Advisors
finances and plan for their financial future.
Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a wide variety of academic
Postsecondary Teachers
Tax Examiners and
Collectors, and Revenue
Agents
and technical subjects beyond the high school level.
Tax examiners and collectors, and revenue agents determine how much
is owed in taxes and collect tax from individuals and businesses on behalf
of the government.
Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an
Top Executives
organization meets its goals.
Contacts for More Information
For more information about accredited accounting programs, visit
AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
For more information about the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation, visit
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
For more information about management accounting and the Certified Management Accountant
(CMA) designation, visit
Institute of Management Accountants
For more information about internal auditing and the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation, visit
The Institute of Internal Auditors
For more information about information systems auditing and the Certified Information Systems
Auditor (CISA) designation, visit
ISACA
For more information about certifications in accounting, visit
Global Academy of Finance and Management
Cover Letter Do's & Don'ts
Many recruiters take about 30 seconds to determine if your
résumé has the right credentials and skills. Assuming you do, the
cover letter is a way of introducing yourself to them, especially
when you cannot be there in person. It also serves the important
function of demonstrating your written communication ability. Here
are a few things to keep in mind.
The Opening Paragraph
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States the reason for the letter.
Include the specific referral source - where did you find the
job?
Sound excited!
The Body
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Use info you have learned about the company, its products or
services explain how you can help achieve its objectives.
Why are one to two key qualification you need to help the
employer focus in on?
How does your academic background qualify you?
Point out your specific/unique achievements but don't duplicate
your résumé info.
The Closing Paragraph
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State your interest in an interview and indicate your
flexibility in time and place.
Repeat your contact info.
Indicate your plan for following up on the receipt of your
application materials.
Remember your signature and typed name.
Do:
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Address the letter correctly!
Double check names, addresses and job titles, position numbers.
Make it easy to read, this is a critical element! Looks aren't
everything but they do make a statement. Block format works
well.
Customize each cover letter to relate to the position - meet
each employer's need, explain and expand your experiences and
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career direction, show who you are, use clear concise
statements.
Vary the sentence structure.
Sound excited about the opportunity.
Keep it to ONE page, 3 – 4 paragraphs MAX.
Use the same paper and font style as your résumé - continuity
is important.
Check and recheck spelling and grammar.
Maintain punctuation and capitalization standards.
Remember to sign it.
Follow-up.
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Abbreviations
Restating your résumé
Being arrogant or presumptuous
Babble
Sounding bored or like everyone else
Résumé Do's & Don'ts
The Basics
What is a résumé?
A carefully written concise summary of relevant information about
your education, experience, skills, qualifications and knowledge as
it relates to the position for which you are applying.
What is the reason for having a résumé?
It's a marketing tool whose primary purpose is to get you an
interview! It summarizes your related background and helps to
structure the interview. In addition, it provides a sample of your
organizational and communication skills.
What components are essential?
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Objective
Education
Experience
Are there optional elements?
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Certifications
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How is the identifying information written?
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Name in 14-16 point font
Address, phone, email address in 10 point font
Avoid funky outgoing voice messages and email addresses - this is business!
How is the objective statement written?
Ideally, it has 3 parts:
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Field/Environment
Skills or Characteristics
Example: To obtain a position as a Case Manager working with a
minority population requiring experience in counseling,
assessment, detailed documentation and outstanding interpersonal
skills
How is the education section written?
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Put degrees in reverse chronological order
Type the degree with the major, i.e. Master of Public Health with a concentration
in ...
Type the full name of the university, i.e., University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
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May 2009
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Each bullet should begin with an action word that summarizes the
accomplishment/result/benefit from your experience
Quantify when possible
Use present tense verbs for current positions, use past tense for previous positions
List your bullets from the most to least significant accomplishment/result/benefit to
show the range of skills
Use the strongest verbs possible and aim for 3 – 5 phrases
Keep to one liners if possible so language must be concise but not so short that you
fail to convey to the reader what you did
No end punctuation is necessary
Formatting Tips
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Be sure your name and page number is on the second page if there is a second
page
Remember ease of reading and logical flow is important
Use white space to make text stand out, one inch margins are preferable when
space allows
Use ONE font throughout that is easy to read and professional such as Times New
Roman or Ariel
Consider putting headings in 12 point font, all CAPS, perhaps BOLD as well
Keep information in chronological order within each heading
Use keywords relevant to the position/field
Quantify accomplishments/results if possible
Use underlining with discretion
Be consistent in formatting i.e. the abbreviation for Florida as FL not Fl, fla
Tailor the objective statement for each position and modify info to better fit the
objective if necessary
Use integers for dates (mm/yy) w/o leading zeros
Check and recheck spelling and grammar
Maintain punctuation and capitalization standards
Use good quality, neutral color paper and matching envelopes
Use a laser printer
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Crowding the page
Italics unless it is customary i.e. scientific flora & fauna
Abbreviations
Parenthesis
Colors and different style fonts unless this is a marketing position
Excessive use of horizontal lines
"I" statements when writing phrases
Information that is not necessary or in some way applicable to the position being
applied for
Characters that are busy
Exaggerating job titles, accomplishments or anything else - everything should be
verifiable or you lose credibility!
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Listing affiliations/memberships that identify religious, ethnic or political groups
Justifying text may or may not be helpful
Deciding to list your GPA
References:
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Put in descending order of strength
Resumes for Federal Government Positions:
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Special considerations abound
We suggest the book The Student's Federal Career Guide: 10 Steps to Find and Win
Top Government Jobs and Internships by Kathryn Troutman & Emily K Troutman,
which includes a CD
You may also want to refer to the Go Government website
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