A financial analyst's job is to provide financial advice to companies and teams. They analyze financial data, assess investment opportunities, and help businesses make financial decisions.
Responsibilities
Investment analysis
Assess the potential returns and risks of investments like stocks, bonds, real estate, and commodities
Financial modeling
Use financial models to visualize an organization's financial health and predict future performance
Data analysis
Use data analytics to combine and analyze datasets to gain insights into an organization's financial performance
Financial reporting
Document and communicate financial activities and performance over specific time periods
Plan of action
Prepare a plan of action based on financial analysis
Skills
Accounting
Mathematical knowledge
Data analysis
Communication and collaboration
Research
Writing
Excel and spreadsheet software
Analytical skills
Education
A degree in finance, economics, business management, or statistics
An internship during college years
Further education, such as an MBA or CFA qualification
Work environment corporations, investment firms, banks, insurance companies, and pension funds.