Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing in connection with the job advertisement in yesterday’s newspaper. I would like to apply for the position of accountant.
My experience and education give me excellent qualifications for the position. First of all I graduated from the University of Harward in 1992 with a degree economy and finance. Secondly I attended a cource for accountant. Moreover I know three foreign languages. As for my experience I have been working as an accountant since 1993 for Microsoft. Elier I worked for Sony while university vacations. I am friendly, responsible and skilled.
I would be happy to attend an interview at your earliest convenience. I enclose my CV and reference from my previous employers.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully,
XYZ