Financial Analyst Jobs & Career Guide 2024
What’s in this guide?
- What Is a Financial Analyst?
- What Does a Financial Analyst Do?
- What Makes a Good Financial Analyst?
- How to Become a Financial Analyst
- Common Questions About Becoming a Financial Analyst
- “I’m worried the work might be too technical or overwhelming for someone with no prior finance experience. Is it all just number crunching?”
- “What are some of the day-to-day tasks a junior financial analyst might encounter?”
- “Is a financial analyst role a good fit for someone who is social and enjoys collaboration?”
- How Much Does a Financial Analyst Earn?
- What’s The Next Level After a Financial Analyst?
Jumping into a financial analyst role can be like drinking from a fire hose at first. There’s a lot of new information to absorb, from financial modeling techniques to industry jargon. The learning curve can be steep, but it’s exciting! You’ll be working alongside experienced analysts who can mentor you and guide you through the process. Be prepared to ask questions, be detail-oriented, and constantly seek opportunities to learn. The early days are about building a strong foundation, and the skills you gain will be invaluable as you progress in your corporate finance career.
How Much Does a Financial Analyst Earn?
Starting salaries for a recent graduate joining a company as a financial analyst are currently $50,000-$70,000 per year. In some hyper competitive industries or cities this does increase. We recommend you evaluate job opportunities in this early stage of your career on the potential for personal growth rather than salary alone as roles vary considerably in terms of how impactful they can be on your future career.
Get more insights with our guide to financial analyst salaries.
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Associate Director, N.A. Distribution Strategy, Cystic Fibrosis | Vertex Pharmaceuticals | Boston, Massachusetts US | 07/27/2024 |
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Payroll Accounting Analyst | Pfizer | Dalian, CN | 07/27/2024 |
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Accounting Associate (Financial Administration Coord) | Indiana University | Bloomington, Indiana US | 07/27/2024 |
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Grigg Endowed Professor in Education Policy and Director of the Education Policy Program | Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, Maryland US | 07/27/2024 |
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Assistant Director Federal Work Study | East Carolina University | Greenville, North Carolina US | 07/27/2024 |
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Business Officer III | East Carolina University | Greenville, North Carolina US | 07/27/2024 |
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Associate Internal Auditor | The Salvation Army USA Western Territory | California US | 07/26/2024 |
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Veterinary Criticalist DACVECC at our new hospital in Tacoma/Seattle, WA | Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency | Tacoma, Washington US | 07/26/2024 |
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals
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Boston, Massachusetts US
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07/27/2024
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Pfizer
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Dalian, CN
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07/27/2024
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Indiana University
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Bloomington, Indiana US
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07/27/2024
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Johns Hopkins University
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Baltimore, Maryland US
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07/27/2024
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East Carolina University
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Greenville, North Carolina US
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07/27/2024
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East Carolina University
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Greenville, North Carolina US
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07/27/2024
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The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
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California US
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07/26/2024
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Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency
Location
Tacoma, Washington US
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07/26/2024
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