Resume Evaluation Part 2: Objective / Profile Statement

Yesterday I posted information on what to look for when creating a resume heading. Today, I'll cover the introduction of your resume - commonly known as an Objective or Profile Statement.

Your profile statement should provide a summary of the skills, knowledge, and abilities you feel are most important to the position you are seeking. This means that if you have more than one career interest, you will need to adapt your profile for each interest.

Here’s a sample of an effective profile statement.

Strong, diverse background in accounting, bookkeeping, and auditing within various environments, leveraging analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve positive results. Excel in managing multiple financial/accounting/HR activities concurrently. Uphold highest level of professional and personal ethics; well-versed in regulatory requirements. Proficient in use of technology, including Excel, QuickBooks, and Intuit’s Enterprise Solutions software, to support top-priority business goals.

Critique: Does your resume profile go beyond the usual seeking-an-opportunity-to-grow type of statements? Have you taken the time to delve into what you can offer an organization? ___ Yes ___ No