Accounting Resume for Recent Graduates

Creating a resume when you have little or no experience can be a challenge.  Most sample resumes are for experienced workers.  Fortunately, students and recent graduates with limited experience can still use their resumes to demonstrate valuable skills and knowledge.

Relevant Coursework
Depending on the position you're applying to, you may want to include courses in finance, information systems, management, marketing and economics, in addition to your accounting courses.

Projects and Papers
Work on projects and papers will demonstrate your ability to work both in teams and independently. 

Computer Skills
Employers will expect you to be familiar with Excel and Word, but it doesn't hurt to put down your computer proficiencies even if they are assumed.

Internships and Part-Time Jobs

Even if the jobs you've held haven't been accounting related, you probably learned a lot of useful skills that you can bring to any job.



Awards and Honors
List all academic awards and honors you've received while in college. 


Volunteer Work
Volunteer work, especially if it demonstrates leadership or business skills, should be on your resume.


Work experience and education aren't the only items you can include on your resume.  There are several activities and experiences that allow students to acquire important work-related skills.