Resume about my self and Introduce to Accounting

1. RESUME

Depok, October 2^nd  2019

Attention To:

Mrs. Anggi Dwihapsari

Resources Manager of PT. SUMBER JAYA

Jl. Chrysant no. 64

Jakarta 12530, Indonesia

Dear Mrs. Anggi Dwihapsari, SE. My name is Shania Fortuna, I am 20^th years old.  I have read from your advertisement at on website (www.lokerbumn.info), September 28^th , 2019 that your company is looking for employees to hold some position. Based on the advertisement, I am writing to express my interest in applying a job in your company as Accounting staff.

I am a fresh graduate from Gunadarma University, Faculty of Economy and Business, majoring in Accounting. I see myself as a disciplined  person, a hard worker, energetic, highly ambitious, good leadership and I have a good time management. I believe I can do my best and give  positive contribution to your company. I interact productively with people from diverse  backgrounds and I can work well, both individually and within a team. I also have an ability to communicate and work well with people on all levels.

I would appreciate the opportunity to meet you, to discuss my qualification and the possibility of  joining your company. I am looking forward for a possible interview with you, to discuss more about my capabilities

Thank you very much for your attention.

Sincerely yours,

Shania Fortuna

2. Introduce to Accounting

Accounting is the art of recording, classifying, summarinig and communicating financial information to user for correct decision taking. There is another definition of accounting:

1.       According to Weygant (in Yadiati & Wahyudi, 2007) accounting is an information system that identifies, records, and communicates the economic events of an organization to an interested party.

2.      According to Meigs (in wikipedia.com, 2008) accounting is a measurement, translation, or assurance of information that will help managers, investors, tax authorities and other decision makers to make resource allocation decisions within companies, organizations, and government agencies. Accounting is the art of measuring, communicating and interpreting financial activities. Broadly speaking, accounting is also known as "business language".

What Are the Basic Phases of Accounting?

1.       Recording

In this phase, all financial transactions are recorded in a systematical and chronological manner in the appropriate books or databases. Accounting recorders are the documents and books involved in preparing financial statements. Accounting recorders include records of assets, liabilities, ledgers, journals and other supporting documents such as invoices and checks.

2.       Classifying

This phase uses systematic analysis of recorded data in which all transactions are grouped in one place. For example, "travel expenses" might be a category that accountants use to classify expenses relating to company travel. The term “ledger” refers to the book in which classifications are recorded.

3.       Summarizing

This phase of accounting involves summarizing the data after each accounting period, such as a month, quarter or year. The data must be presented in a manner which is easy to understand and use by both external and internal users of the accounting statements.

4.       Interpreting

And the last is interpreting, phase of the accounting process in concerned with analyzing financial data, and is a critical tool for decision-making. This final function interprets the recorded data in a manner which allows end-users to make meaningful judgments regarding the financial conditions of a business or personal account, as well as the profitability of business operations.

Basic financial statement

1.       Income statement

Presents the revenues, expenses, and profits/losses generated during the reporting period.

2.       Balance sheet

Presents the assets, liabilities, and equity of the entity as of the reporting date.

3.       Statement of cash flow

 Presents the cash inflows and outflows that occurred during the reporting period.

4.       Statement of retained earnings

 Presents changes in equity during the reporting period. The report format varies, but can include the sale or repurchase of shares, dividend payments, and changes caused by reported profits or losses.