Free CV Template: Copy And Use

This free CV Template shows you the best way to lay out your CV. Use this example as a template; just copy it from the page for your own personal use only, but be sure to insert your own details.

Although this is a free template you can copy, I think it works better by having some 'real' information in it so that it looks like a proper CV, rather than just lines that say 'Your Name' or 'Your Experience' and so on. In fact some of the words might actually help you...

Spacing out the page like I have done with this free CV template which includes the full text of a typical CV, makes it nice and easy on the eye, so it's more likely to be read by the prospective employer.

And that means more chance of getting an interview and winning the job. A CV layout that follows this template is all that most people will need unless they have a very complex background.

CV Template Example To Download

Click the free CV template image to download and print.

The CV template shown in the image lists 3 'Achievements' against each job; naturally you can use more if they are relevant, but don't exceed 5 or 6 points at the most. If you do use more, you should reduce the number of CV achievements as you go further back in your career history.

Note that in this CV layout, I use bullet points with short, sharp statements to demonstrate the activities and they tend to start with an active verb at the beginning of the sentence.

Note also that in this free CV template, those active verbs that start off the bullet points are also written in the past tense to emphasize that something happened. It makes it sound more complete when written this way.

I also prefer to place the dates on the right, it keeps them clear without interfering with the flow of information. Take a look at this CV Template which is suitable for most types of CV.Then either try the simple CV layout (on this page) or I would recommend you use a professional CV Writing Services instead of trying to make do with a free CV Template like this one, so if you have any doubts about being able to produce a first class CV which will win more interviews for you, call me Peter Fisher on +44 (0) 1270 881811 and I will help you.

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Mary Bishop

11 Mansfield Drive
Staveley,
Sandwich
Dorset
CD5 7NW
Tel: 01275 620040
07771 0090876

Experienced accounts assistant capable of handling both the Purchase ledger and the Sales ledger duties in an international trading company. Regular liaison with customers and suppliers; hard working, adaptable and enjoys a challenge.

CAREER HISTORY

Perfect Administration Services                                    Jan 2004 – Present

Purchase Ledger Clerk - Responsible for all aspects of the purchase ledger including daily record of invoices received; the processing of invoice batches and computerized payment runs by BACS every month.

Charlton Combi                                                              Oct 2003 – Jan 2004

Accounts Assistant – (Temporary Position)Coding of invoices and passing through the payments; checking all purchase statements, handling petty cash for the dealership.

Wish-Telmo UK Ltd                                                     Sept 1998 – Sept 2003

Accounts Assistant – Reporting to Company Accountant and responsible for Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger, invoicing, monthly credit control, daily banking and posting money. Work with 3 systems for British, Dutch and German locations; constantly working with foreign currencies.

Employed initially as a purchase ledger clerk taking responsibility for all aspects of the purchase ledger, daily record of invoices received, the processing of invoice batches etc, computerized payment runs by BACS every month.

• Finalised bank reconciliation at month end in GB£, € Euro and US$ accounts.

• Entered all foreign currency exchange rates after amending calculations from a spreadsheet, every month.

• Answered telephone queries from customers and suppliers and responsible for all outgoing mail.

• Assisted with the successful implementation of a new computer system on two occasions.

• Amended and updated standard costs for parts department.

Berridales Ltd                                                                   Apr 1998 – Aug 1998

Sales Ledger Clerk – Appointed to take responsibility for all aspects of the sales ledger, invoicing, chasing for payments and to become trained in purchase ledger and costing.

Foreland Stockport – Peugeot Main Dealer           Jun 1995 – Mar 1998

Accounts Assistant – Assistant to the Accountant and Accounts Supervisor. Responsible for maintenance of manual payment records, posting cash payments to computerised sales ledger, reconciling the bank, daily banking of money, monthly credit control.

• Processed all batched purchase ledger invoices onto the computer through an invoice register.

• Deputised for accounts supervisor and Administration in their absence.

• Coding of invoices and passing through the payments. Checking all purchase statements, handling petty cash for the dealership.

• Following restructure took on additional duties in reception area, ran a busy switchboard, handled correspondence and quotes, maintain vehicle stock records on computer and provide front line customer service.

• Assisted with the successful implementation and accreditation of the dealership to ISO 9002. Responsible for the ongoing administration.

Barr & Griffin – Toyota Main Dealer                          Apr 1993 - May 1995

Clerical/Accounts Assistant – Invoicing of vehicles, daily banking of payments to sales ledger, checking statements, month end payments. Recording all purchase invoices, ready to be processed to computer, chasing payments of outstanding sales invoices.

Bringing vehicles into stock via computer and maintaining manual stock record book. Checking monthly vehicle returns and the input of warranties are correct.

Ground Building Company                                            Aug 1992 - Nov 1992

Typist/Receptionist – All clerical and office duties. Typing letters, invoices, quotations, job sheets and telephone message forms; processing of paid/unpaid items on manual sales and purchase ledgers. Making up of weekly cash wage packets for all staff.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Sandwich High School for Girls 1985-1992

10 GCSE Passes including Maths and English at grade C

RSA NVQ – Business Admin - Level I Pass / Level II – Pass

RSA Word-processing (Stage I) Distinction

RSA CLAIT Distinction

Pitman Word processing First Class Pass

City & Guilds CPVE Pass

Stoke-on-Tean College – Bursland 2000-2001City & Guilds Basic Photography Level I Distinction

Level II Distinction

TRAINING

Trained in use of Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook e-mail system

Internal Auditor for: ISO 9002 Quality System.

Currently undertaking a home study course in Essential Bookkeeping

PERSONAL DETAILS

Date of Birth: 24th July 1975
Nationality: British
Status: Single

Excellent health; Non-smoker; Full driving licence; Car owner.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

I enjoy Photography, Badminton, Reading, Walking, Swimming, Cycling, Ice-Skating, Cinema , Biking and Foreign Travel.

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Ways to Write Your CV or Resume

There are lots of clever ways to write your CV or resume.

You can use my CV writing expertise or use this free CV template as a starting point; I am not going to push you into letting me write your CV or resume for you.

What I will do is make sure you have all the BEST information so you can make the right choice.

• You can do it yourself - after all you've probably done it before and had some success with it. But do take advantage of our Free CV Review to be sure everything is as it should be.

• You can use an on-line free CV template or Resume template or one of the software programmes such as the Amazing Resume Creator and other resume templates, so all you have to do is just fill in the boxes;

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