Functional Resume Sample

A sample functional (skill-based) resume

The following is an example of a functional resume. It is intended to give the reader an idea of the format that might be used for such a resume. In most cases you should use the chronological resume format. However; there are some situations where a functional resume may work better for you. For example, if you have a very limited employment history, you got additional education and are changing career paths, most of your skills come from doing things outside a work setting, and other situations where your work history doesn't adequately represent the value you would bring to an organization or the career path you are pursuing. Try to keep your resume to two pages.

Feel free to copy and paste this resume into your favorite word processor as a starting point. You may need to adjust the page break, spacing or font to make it fit properly. Also, don't be afraid to add additional information not found here or change some of the headings to make your resume more relevant to the job you are applying for.

GOAL AND SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Seeking an entry-level position as a business analyst in a project management office (PMO). I was just awarded a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in project management and business analytics. I have a minor in statistical analysis and took extra credit courses in IT and computer programming. Having worked three years as an accounting clerk, I have a unique background on how businesses operate and how to prepare detailed analytic reports. I believe I am well-positioned to quickly contribute to organizational success.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS, SKILLS AND TRAINING

• Extensive training in the use of business analytic tools designed to interpret data and present alternative paths to solve business problems.
• Took courses on how to design computer programs by analyzing requirements, constructing workflow charts and diagrams, studying system capabilities, and writing specifications.
• Participated in case studies that defined project requirements by identifying project milestones, phases, tasks and outcomes.
• Formed and contributed to a mock project team and helped establishing required project needs, staffing, milestones, budget, and measures of success.
• Learned to write and maintain user documentation, including help desk support materials and training manuals.
• Developed user acceptance testing (UAT) processes and criteria for sample projects, and led mock UAT sessions with business partners.
• Maintained professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, continuing education programs and reviewing professional publications.
• Took coursework in software design, documentation, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), requirements gathering and software maintenance.
• Learned MS Project to monitor project progress by tracking tasks, resolving problems, publishing progress reports and recommending remedial action.
• Took additional courses in written and verbal communication, systems engineering, cost/benefit analysis, modeling techniques and methods, and leadership.
• Studying for the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) certification.

Accounting Clerk

While pursuing my degree in business, I worked for a large systems design firm. I started as an accounts payable clerk, and was promoted to accounting clerk within 18 months. This job gave me a broad understanding of business systems, financial management techniques, and the interrelationship of various business units. This knowledge and experience will be invaluable to me as I begin my new career as a business analyst.

• Tracked and paid incoming invoices according to company policy with a goal of accuracy and optimum cash flow management.
• Reconciled bank statements by comparing statements with general ledger accounts to assure accuracy and balancing of monthly statements.
• Maintained accounting department databases by entering data into the computer and creating/processing backups.
• Determined the value of depreciable assets by running records through a depreciation software program.
• Reconciled and evaluated accounts to identify process improvements and quality controls.
• Updated and maintained accounting journals, ledgers and other records detailing financial business transactions (e.g., disbursements, expense vouchers, receipts, and accounts payable).
• Compiled data and prepared a wide variety of financial analysis reports.
• Investigated questionable data and recommended actions to resolve discrepancies.

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ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Participated in a business analyst career day event that led to a three-month internship in the business college at Able University. This grant-funded experience provided me with a great opportunity to experience firsthand, how the business analyst role fits within an organization and how it interfaces with project managers and many other positions, including business stakeholders.

EDUCATION

B.S. Business Administration, Able University, Des Moines, IA - Coursework focused on project management and business analytics. I minored in statistical analysis and took additional credit courses in IT and computer programming (C#, HTML5, CSS3, business analytics, and IIS).

ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK, CERTIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSIPS

Studying for the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) certification and will take the exam as soon as I am qualified to do so.

Multiple seminars and conferences covering the business analysis discipline.

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND BACKGROUND

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Project, proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, knowledge of data warehousing design and configuration, and business intelligence software. Familiar with software development lifecycle (SDLC), agile and similar concepts. Good skills in building webpages using HTML and CSS.

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