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References are a great tool to validate your accomplishments and are necessary to get a job in today’s
market. ALL companies are requiring references. You must be prepared to provide them even for a
temporary assignment. Below is our reference form, please print a copy, fill it out and submit it to your
recruiter with your resume prior to coming for an appointment.
The easier you make it for a company and/or a recruiter to check your references the better your chances
are to getting the job you want. Having well organized references shows your organization skills, your
ability to think ahead, your initiative and your attention to detail; all the hot buttons companies are looking
for in a new hire. Here are some tips to consider:
Background Checks
More and more companies are requiring background checks done on their employees. You should always
be prepared for a background check. Some of the background checks that you will see are
degree/certifications verification, DMV, criminal, credit, personality and/or drug. With any background
checks it is always the best practice to be up front and honest about anything that might come up
regarding background.
Degree verifications can sometimes be difficult if there has been a name change or if the degree is out of
the US. The best solution to this is to always have a copy of your degree(s) as well as any certifications
or training certificates.
Accounting Resources
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Professional Reference and Background Check Form
We ask that you review the following statement and sign below to confirm your understanding of our
procedures at Accounting Resources.
In order to provide Accounting Resources and our clients with information and opinions that may be
useful in evaluating qualifications, we may obtain background information on you that includes
investigative consumer reports for employment purposes. This may include references, employment and
education verifications, personal credit histories and reports, criminal and civil records, and any other
information bearing on your character and trustworthiness. I acknowledge that the information may be
negative or positive. Nevertheless, pursuant to this authorization, I unconditionally release such person or
entity from any and all legal liability for furnishing such information. The reporting or disclosure of
negative or adverse information will not necessarily disqualify you from employment, assignment or
advancement.
Name Company Phone Number Email Address
Managers you directly reported to
1)
2)
3)
Peers
1)
2)
3)
Reports
1)
2)
3)
Have you ever been convicted or pled no contest to a felony? Yes / No
(A conviction or plea record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.)
If so, state the nature of the offense(s), dates(s), city and state and disposition. ______________________
Do you have a 4 year degree from an accredited University? Yes/ No Graduate Degree? Yes/No
If not, explain any education completed_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
If you hold a CPA license, please provide your license number and state you are certified. _____________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
I certify that the information provided on my resume and in the course of interviews is correct to the best
of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission of information may result in my
failure to receive a job offer, or discharge from employment.
__________________________________ __________________________________________
Print Name Signature and Date
References are a great tool to validate your accomplishments and are necessary to get a job in today’s
market. ALL companies are requiring references. You must be prepared to provide them even for a
temporary assignment. Below is our reference form, please print a copy, fill it out and submit it to your
recruiter with your resume prior to coming for an appointment.
The easier you make it for a company and/or a recruiter to check your references the better your chances
are to getting the job you want. Having well organized references shows your organization skills, your
ability to think ahead, your initiative and your attention to detail; all the hot buttons companies are looking
for in a new hire. Here are some tips to consider:
- Talk and keep in touch with all your past managers and make sure they are aware that you
are using them as a reference. Know what to expect from a reference. Your managers will change
jobs just like you so it is important to stay in touch so you know where they are when you need
them. - Some companies have a policy to not give out references. First of all you should know this
before you give out this information to a potential employer. It is also your responsibility to find
ways to over come this potential problem. Here are some examples; keep copies of your last
review(s) with your manager’s signature, at the time of a promotion or award ask for a written
copy of the promotion or award and a short letter or note regarding the promotion or award, use
an auditor who knows your work or get names of people who worked with you at the company
but are no longer there. - Your reference list should have your last three managers you reported to, at least one pier you
worked with and at least one person who reported to you if applicable. You should have their
name, phone number(s) and if possible an email address. Remember, you want to make it as easy
as possible to contact your references.
Background Checks
More and more companies are requiring background checks done on their employees. You should always
be prepared for a background check. Some of the background checks that you will see are
degree/certifications verification, DMV, criminal, credit, personality and/or drug. With any background
checks it is always the best practice to be up front and honest about anything that might come up
regarding background.
Degree verifications can sometimes be difficult if there has been a name change or if the degree is out of
the US. The best solution to this is to always have a copy of your degree(s) as well as any certifications
or training certificates.
Accounting Resources
The right resources…..right now!
Professional Reference and Background Check Form
We ask that you review the following statement and sign below to confirm your understanding of our
procedures at Accounting Resources.
In order to provide Accounting Resources and our clients with information and opinions that may be
useful in evaluating qualifications, we may obtain background information on you that includes
investigative consumer reports for employment purposes. This may include references, employment and
education verifications, personal credit histories and reports, criminal and civil records, and any other
information bearing on your character and trustworthiness. I acknowledge that the information may be
negative or positive. Nevertheless, pursuant to this authorization, I unconditionally release such person or
entity from any and all legal liability for furnishing such information. The reporting or disclosure of
negative or adverse information will not necessarily disqualify you from employment, assignment or
advancement.
Name Company Phone Number Email Address
Managers you directly reported to
1)
2)
3)
Peers
1)
2)
3)
Reports
1)
2)
3)
Have you ever been convicted or pled no contest to a felony? Yes / No
(A conviction or plea record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.)
If so, state the nature of the offense(s), dates(s), city and state and disposition. ______________________
Do you have a 4 year degree from an accredited University? Yes/ No Graduate Degree? Yes/No
If not, explain any education completed_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
If you hold a CPA license, please provide your license number and state you are certified. _____________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
I certify that the information provided on my resume and in the course of interviews is correct to the best
of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission of information may result in my
failure to receive a job offer, or discharge from employment.
__________________________________ __________________________________________
Print Name Signature and Date
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