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Job Profile – Finance Officers

By Karen Schweitzer, About.com

Job Description:


Finance officers, also known as financial managers, supervise the operations of banks, credit unions, and finance companies. Exact duties vary depending on the finance officer’s title, place of employment, level of education, and experience.

Common Finance Officer Titles:


  • President
  • Vice-President
  • Controller
  • Loan Officer
  • Trust Officer
  • Reserve Officer
  • Securities Trader

Salary Range for Finance Officers:


$37,000 - $135,000+

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 Finance Officers:


  • Business
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Mathematics
  • Risk Analysis
  • Statistics

Job Outlook for Finance Officers:


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

Resources for Finance Officers:


For more information on finance certification, industry news, career information, and more, contact:

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

Jobs for Finance Officers :

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

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