Financial Analyst Career Guide and Counseling

Question: How does one get experience as a financial analyst? All financial analyst jobs seem to require 1 to 2 years experience as a financial analyst. So how does one ever get that experience if you can't get a job without it? I have a degree in Finance, but since college I've worked as a legislative aide and a legal assistant. I'd still like to be a financial analyst if I had the chance, to use my degree and because it pays well but I don't know how to break into that industry.

Answer: Companies tend to hire recent college graduates into entry-level financial analyst positions (0 yr experience). Those who do get hired directly out of school usually already have experience in the financial industry through internships, part-time jobs, etc. So I suggest you get an internship to start, either through monster.com or by attending your college's career fairs and submit your resume there. Another thing to note is that you should really tailor your resume and/or cover letter for the financial analyst position, emphasing your finance degree and any skills that may be applicable. For instance, you can highlight your communication skill as a strength, since being a financial analyst requires that you communicate effectively.

Question: How do I become a financial analyst for either big tabacco, or a company stationed in Dubia? either big tabacco b/c i would get free cig, or dubia b/c i love there city and I want to start a new life, in a new place. I currently have 3 years exp as a financial analyst, at a very respected company.

Answer: why not talk to one of there financial consultants and see what they say about it, heck it might even help get you n the door. http://www.jacksfinancialconsultantlist.com

Question: What are Philippines popular jobsites where we can post financial analyst or stock analyst? We are looking for a financial analyst or a stock analyst right now. We have been trying to post on job sites but still it was unsuccessful. What could be the best way to post these positions in the Philippines and generate favorable response?

Answer: Please try www.jobsdb.com www.sulit.com.ph

Question: What are Philippines popular job sites where we can post financial analyst or stock analyst? We are looking for a financial analyst or a stock analyst right now. We have been trying to post on job sites but still it was unsuccessful. What could be the best way to post these positions in the Philippines and generate favorable response?

Answer: Please try www.jobsdb.com www.sulit.com.ph www.recruit.net

Question: What is the going hourly rate for a divorce financial analyst? I need to make sure my husband is not hiding any financial stuff from me in lieu of our mediation. Does anyone know what the average hourly rate of a divorce financial analyst in New Jersey?

Answer: That will depend on where you live. Go to the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts to locate one in your area. Then call and ask their rates. https://www.institutedfa.com/ReferralSearchPage.aspx

Question: What do you need to do to become a financial analyst? I have a bachelor's degree in Finance and I'm working on getting my experience. Is there anything else I need to do to be qualified to become a financial analyst? Thank you!

Answer: Pick a company and go for it!! You'll most likely have to start out as entry level, but I don't see anything that would stand in your way. Good luck!

Question: What exactly does a financial analyst do? It would be nice if you are a financial analyst and could give me an idea of what you do day to day???? Currently im a bachelor double major finance and marketing and i might do a minor in accounting. im a sophomore so i still have time to decide!

Answer: I've been an analyst at a bank, reviewing high dollar loan portfolios and documenting risk exposure, industry analysis, cash flow analysis, etc Now I'm an analyst at a health insurance company and analyze our medical trends.

Question: How do I become a financial analyst if I have no experience? I just graduated with a finance degree 2 months ago, my big mistake was not doing an internship in my field. My career goal is to become a financial analyst. It seems like I am able to get some entry level interviews but other people that are interviewed have a better chance because they either did an internship or have some experinece. Seems like nobody is giving me the chance, so what do I do? Thanks

Answer: You need to keep trying. One thing perhaps you can do is find some financial analysts at local companies and see if they will do an informational interview with you. There you can ask questions about what the job entails, how they got there, and their opinion on what you can do and who you can talk to. See if there are any local groups in town that would have people that may know good contacts.

Question: What is the career path to being a financial analyst? What would the best career path be for someone who wants to be a financial analyst (currently has entry level, and some data specialist exp), then what roles are usually avail to advance to past that point from financial analyst

Answer: I dont know

Question: what kind of Certificate is better For corporate financial analyst? I'm interested in Investment companies, investment management and planning, so do you know Any professional Certificate? or any other certificate that is good for Corporate Financial analyst?

Answer: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is the most recognized certificate for corporate analysts. Many companies will require incoming management tracked analysts to achieve this designation upon working there if they have not already. It is a rather time consuming and expensive (some companies will sponsor you), but well worth it.

Question: What do you need in order to become an financial analyst? What are the requirements nowadays to work as a financial analyst or manager? I have a degree in Finance and I'm working on getting some experience. Thanks!

Answer: "It is often required for analysts to earn an MBA or a professional qualification such as Chartered Financial Analyst designation (CFA) in the United States of America, or Certified International Investment Analyst designation (CIIA) in Europe and Asia, to advance beyond a certain level within a firm. Alternatively, analysts may earn a Master of Science in Finance MSF."

Question: How much is the salary for Financial Analyst in southeast asia countries? I'm currently located in US. I'm Malaysian, but i will probably back to home country to find a job after i graduated. Does anyone here have any idea about the average salary for Financial Analyst in Malaysia or Singapore? Thanks. P:s: I know the average in US is 40K/year

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Question: What kind of experience do you need to become a financial analyst? Can you name a few jobs/positions that a person should/can have to become a financial analyst? *What kind of experience do you need to have to become a financial analyst?

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Question: What is the best place to immigrate if you're a financial analyst? Hi, I'm a financial analyst with lots of experience, I live in Latin America and want to leave to another country. Which is the best place to go according to my profession? Where will it be easiest to go? (i.e. where in the world is a most pressing need for financial people?). Thanks.

Answer: London I would say has the most important financial center, but Frankfurt may need you more

Question: What type of positions should you have before becoming a Financial Analyst? If you want to become a Financial Analyst what positions should you apply for or work before proceeding to this type of job?

Answer: One of the most important areas of expertise required to become a financial analyst is accounting, and the ability to understand and interpret financial statements.

Question: What do Financial Analyst do on a day-to-day basis? I'm interested in being a corporate Financial Analyst but I'm not quite sure what they do everyday. Please note that corporate FAs are different from investment banking FAs (which I have read their day-to-day activities before) and I'm looking specifically for corporate FA duties and activities.

Answer: I spent several years working for a couple of major corporations doing just this. The job of an analyst is to investigate what is going on within an organization and fix it -- from a financial perspective. There are typically a lot of special projects that come out of being an FA. There are typically standard duties that must be done, but it's typically done around month, quarter and year end activities. Other than those times an FA will do what is deemed necessary -- for example, reviewing the value of assets to determine financial write-offs. Some FAs work on the development of new financial systems (I did a lot of this). To summarize, the job of an FA is pretty flexible and is based on the particular skills of the individual as well as the needs of the corporation in question. I did this for 3 major corporations and none of these jobs were the same.