Asset analyst vs asset manager

The differences between asset analysts and asset managers can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. While it typically takes 2-4 years to become an asset analyst, becoming an asset manager takes usually requires 6-8 years. Additionally, an asset manager has an average salary of $85,814, which is higher than the $72,242 average annual salary of an asset analyst.

The top three skills for an asset analyst include asset management, fixed assets and real estate. The most important skills for an asset manager are asset management, financial statements, and property management.

Asset analyst vs asset manager overview

	Asset Analyst	Asset Manager
Yearly salary	$72,242	$85,814
Hourly rate	$34.73	$41.26
Growth rate	9%	17%
Number of jobs	67,864	64,732
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 74%	Bachelor's Degree, 68%
Average age	40	46
Years of experience	4	8

What does an asset analyst do?

Asset analysts are accounting professionals who specialize in the management of the company's assets. They maintain the company's record of assets. They ensure that their database is updated. They also ensure that all physical assets are properly maintained. Asset analysts prepare reports related to these assets and draft recommendations as needed. They also keep themselves updated on the current trends in both the industry and in the economic market. They should always be on the lookout for possible asset acquisitions to improve the company's economic standing.

What does an asset manager do?

An asset manager is responsible for advising clients with their investment preferences and financial goals based on their assets' quantity and value. Asset managers regularly meet with their clients regarding their asset management's progress, recommending more investment options and considering the clients' needs. They manage financial portfolios and prepare stock market reports and forecasts as needed. An asset manager must have a broad knowledge of the financial industry and investment processes, identifying profit opportunities for long-term investment objectives.

Asset analyst vs asset manager salary

Asset analysts and asset managers have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Asset Analyst	Asset Manager
Average salary	$72,242	$85,814
Salary range	Between $47,000 And $109,000	Between $59,000 And $123,000
Highest paying City	San Francisco, CA	New York, NY
Highest paying state	Massachusetts	New York
Best paying company	Pacific Investment Management Company LLC	Deutsche Bank
Best paying industry	Finance	Finance

Differences between asset analyst and asset manager education

There are a few differences between an asset analyst and an asset manager in terms of educational background:

	Asset Analyst	Asset Manager
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 74%	Bachelor's Degree, 68%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	University of Pennsylvania	Stanford University

Asset analyst vs asset manager demographics

Here are the differences between asset analysts' and asset managers' demographics:

	Asset Analyst	Asset Manager
Average age	40	46
Gender ratio	Male, 53.2% Female, 46.8%	Male, 64.3% Female, 35.7%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 5.6% Unknown, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 7.7% Asian, 14.1% White, 68.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%	Black or African American, 7.8% Unknown, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino, 15.0% Asian, 8.9% White, 63.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
LGBT Percentage	7%	11%

Differences between asset analyst and asset manager duties and responsibilities

Asset analyst example responsibilities.

Develop, maintain financial models/applications (VBA Excel/Access) to automate and streamline business processes and perform financial analysis.
Compare large data sets using SQL queries.
Streamline procedure of data scrubbing restrict securities and accounts, decreasing processing time.
Supervise payroll and benefits calculation, taxes submission, equipment inventory and other relate activities.
Resolve technical coding issue in GSEC entity where securities are being inaccurately release, decreasing deficit numbers and analysis time.
Perform in a multifacete role providing full-scale accounting and financial services, payroll management, database administration, and recording/reporting.

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Asset manager example responsibilities.

Manage and improve the processes require to support server end of life and normal windows patching processes.
Manage a pipeline of assets/projects through the project life cycle of short sale/deed in lieu of foreclosure through closing.
Manage and facilitate IRB investigations of report non-compliance and/or scientific misconduct.
Recognize for financial acumen, successfully managing invoicing, vendor accounts, reconciliations, and target reports.
Manage commercial and multifamily REO portfolio preparing property operating plans to enhance value and marketability of REO asset
Trade structured product securities for accounts manage by other portfolio managers base on economic conditions and the needs of specific portfolios.

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Asset analyst vs asset manager skills

Common asset analyst skills

Asset Management, 18%
Fixed Assets, 5%
Real Estate, 5%
Financial Statements, 4%
Securities, 4%
Process Improvement, 4%

Common asset manager skills

Asset Management, 20%
Financial Statements, 7%
Property Management, 7%
Customer Service, 6%
Oversight, 5%
Loan Portfolio, 5%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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