Developing a Professional Profile An increasing number of job applicants are developing an electronic portfolio that is posted to the applicant's personal website. Austin McClain is a recent graduate with an M.P.A. degree in accounting. He needs to

Question

write a professional profile for his electronic portfolio that highlights his accomplishments that include the following: Austin wants a job working with a large international accounting firm as part of a first-year audit staff. He actually has auditing experience resulting from a summer internship with a Dallas accounting firm. He knows how to work with ERP systems, ACL, database, and spreadsheet software. Austin has developed a fluency in Spanish which will be advantageous for working with international clients. As a student, he has been active in Beta Alpha Psy, the honorary accounting society, and several other organizations, where he held leadership positions. He has developed strong skills in writing and speaking. Required: Write a professional profile for Austin McClain suitable for posting to his electronic portfolio.

Answer 1

Solution might reflect the following:

Professional Profile

• First-year audit staff with an international accounting firm.
• Technical proficiency in ERP systems, ACL, database, and spreadsheet software.
• Audit experience through an internship with a regional accounting firm.
• Excellent leadership abilities as demonstrated in student organizations; team experience developed through coursework and student activities.
• Superior skills in written and oral communication.
• Fluent in Spanish.