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Job Profile – Financial Analysts

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Job Description:


Financial analysts evaluate and analyze a company’s financial situation. They also prepare recommendations to help a company invest, manage and spend company funds.

Financial Analyst Specializations:


  • Budget Analysts
  • Credit Analysts
  • Investment Analysts
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Analysts
  • Money Market Analysts
  • Ratings Analysts
  • Risk Analysts
  • Security Analysts
  • Tax Analysts
  • Wall Street Analysts

Salary Range for Financial Analysts:


$30,000 - $110,000+

Annual earnings are determined by a variety of factors including field, title, place of employment, level of education, and experience.

For more specific information, visit Salary Wizard to get a free personalized salary report.

Minimum Education:


Bachelor’s Degree

Essential Classes for Financial Analysts:


  • Business
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Computer Science
  • Statistics

Job Outlook for Financial Analysts:


The job outlook for financial analysts is good. The field is expected to grow as fast as the average field or occupation.

Financial Analysts Resources:


To learn more about the finance industry, contact:

Association for Financial Professionals
Telephone: 301-907-2862
Website: http://www.afponline.org

Jobs for Financial Analysts :


To find a job in the finance field, visit http://about.indeed.com

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