English CV example for finance roles

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Start from a realistic finance CV written for applications in the Netherlands. The example shows close work, reporting, reconciliations, ERP systems, audit support, and measurable process improvements.

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Sofia de Jong

Finance and Accounting Specialist

Finance and accounting specialist with 6 years of experience in month-end close, accounts payable and receivable, VAT preparation, management reporting, audit support, and process improvement. Strong in Exact Online, SAP, Excel, Power BI, reconciliations, and clear communication with operations and external accountants.

Experience

Finance and Accounting Specialist - Delta Retail Group

  • - Supported month-end close for 5 Dutch entities, including accruals, balance-sheet reconciliations, revenue checks, and variance analysis.
  • - Reduced overdue supplier invoices by 28% by improving AP follow-up, payment run preparation, and approval reminders in SAP.
  • - Prepared VAT files and audit schedules for external accountants, improving documentation quality and reducing follow-up questions.

What finance hiring teams scan first

A strong finance CV should make your part of the finance cycle clear: close, AP, AR, reporting, audit, controls, systems, and business partnering.

Finance scope: month-end close, AP, AR, VAT, payroll checks, reporting, audit, or controlling.
Systems used: SAP, Exact, AFAS, Twinfield, Oracle, Excel, Power BI, or banking platforms.
Accuracy proof: reconciliations, clean audit schedules, reduced overdue invoices, or fewer reporting errors.
Business context: retail, SaaS, logistics, healthcare, services, manufacturing, or international entities.
Qualification clarity: finance degree, certificates, accounting title, or controller path.

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Example profile summary

Target: finance and accounting, Netherlands

Finance and accounting specialist with 6 years of experience in month-end close, accounts payable and receivable, VAT preparation, management reporting, audit support, and process improvement. Strong in Exact Online, SAP, Excel, Power BI, reconciliations, and clear communication with operations and external accountants.

Experience bullets that show finance ownership

Finance and Accounting Specialist

Delta Retail Group, Amsterdam

Feb 2021 - Present

  • Supported month-end close for 5 Dutch entities, including accruals, balance-sheet reconciliations, revenue checks, and variance analysis.
  • Reduced overdue supplier invoices by 28% by improving AP follow-up, payment run preparation, and approval reminders in SAP.
  • Prepared VAT files and audit schedules for external accountants, improving documentation quality and reducing follow-up questions.
  • Built Excel and Power BI reports for store managers covering margin, stock corrections, payment differences, and cost centre trends.

Skills example

Month-end closeAccounts payableAccounts receivableVAT preparationSAPExact OnlineExcelPower BI

Language and local fit

Use English when the vacancy or employer works internationally, but keep Dutch-market details clear: location, language level, certificates, systems, and work-route details where relevant.

Mistakes that weaken a finance CV

Using a generic finance title without showing the exact responsibilities owned.
Listing systems but not explaining how they were used.
Forgetting month-end close, reconciliations, VAT, audit, or reporting scope.
Claiming accuracy without examples such as cleaner schedules or fewer follow-up questions.
Using a protected or senior title that does not match your actual qualification or role.

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FAQ

What should a finance or accounting CV show first?

Show your finance scope, systems, reporting tasks, reconciliations, close responsibilities, and accuracy. Employers need to know which part of the finance cycle you can own.

Should I call myself accountant on an English CV?

Use the title that matches your actual role and qualifications. If you are not applying as a registered accountant, finance specialist, accounting specialist, assistant accountant, or controller may be clearer.

Should I include ERP and Excel skills?

Yes. Finance employers scan for systems such as SAP, Exact, AFAS, Twinfield, Oracle, Excel, and Power BI because they show how quickly you can work in their reporting environment.

Sources checked

Last reviewed on June 23, 2026. These sources support the page guidance; the CV itself is fictional and should be adapted before use.

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