I am trying to get a job at an accountants office, what can I do to help my chances?

Question

I have very little office exp. just what I have picked up over the years from school and on-line. My last job was working in a package store for 2yrs. and for the last couple months(9) Ive just been going to college studing the basics. Also what can I put on my resume that they look for. -besides the basic works well with others?

Answer 1

Receptionist is the easiest to get. If you want to do accounting or bookkeeping you will need education and experience. If you can get in even as a receptionist you can learn on the job to do things like reconciling bank accounts or doing payroll taxes.
I worked in several firms before I was a CPA. A receptionist who will do little things for people, accept correction and not be grumpy will be taught all they want to learn.
It will really help if you say you are going to community college nights to get a degree in accounting.

Answer 2

Apply, apply , apply, someone will bite.