Finance associate job description
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Example finance associate requirements on a job description
Finance associate requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in finance associate job postings.
Sample finance associate requirements
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of financial analysis and reporting.
- Ability to use financial software.
Sample required finance associate soft skills
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize.
- Aptitude for problem solving.
Finance associate job description example 1
Bloomberg finance associate job description
You have the drive to learn and succeed as a finance professional at a technology and information services company. During the 18-month rotational program, you will explore different aspects of finance including financial planning and analysis, business operations, process optimization, and risk management. Through on-the-job training, mentorship, and networking, you will quickly develop analytical and organizational skills. After completing the 18-month program, associates will graduate and have the opportunity to move into a permanent role within the finance organization.
What you will do:
Learn about the various financial cycles and gain a financial and operational understanding of the business and products. Develop accurate reporting and analyses that drive improved insights and decision-making. Assist with tasks such as revenue and operating expense analysis, financial reporting, forecasting (Budget/Quarterly) to facilitate decision making. Draft and approve contracts and proposals for new customers, process and analyze incoming orders, and calculate sales credits awards. Accurately and appropriately price sales of subscription products to ensure customer and business needs are met. Provide sourcing solutions, execute vendor payments, and ensure license compliance and internal control effectiveness. Assist with the annual compliance review by researching and providing proof of compliance to controls, policies, and procedures. Negotiate contracts to drive cost savings and favorable business terms and conditions.
You need to have:
A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or other related majors by May 2023 Strong skills with Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel Strong quantitative, analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills
Bloomberg Industry Group IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Bloomberg Industry Group has adopted an Affirmative Action Program to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical issues, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran, a veteran of the Vietnam Era, or any other classification protected by law.
INDG requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment.
Prospective and/or new employees will be required to adhere with INDG's vaccination policy. All INDG employees must be fully vaccinated and they must submit proof of vaccination on their first day of employment. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement but must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment.
What you will do:
Learn about the various financial cycles and gain a financial and operational understanding of the business and products. Develop accurate reporting and analyses that drive improved insights and decision-making. Assist with tasks such as revenue and operating expense analysis, financial reporting, forecasting (Budget/Quarterly) to facilitate decision making. Draft and approve contracts and proposals for new customers, process and analyze incoming orders, and calculate sales credits awards. Accurately and appropriately price sales of subscription products to ensure customer and business needs are met. Provide sourcing solutions, execute vendor payments, and ensure license compliance and internal control effectiveness. Assist with the annual compliance review by researching and providing proof of compliance to controls, policies, and procedures. Negotiate contracts to drive cost savings and favorable business terms and conditions.
You need to have:
A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or other related majors by May 2023 Strong skills with Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel Strong quantitative, analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills
Bloomberg Industry Group IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Bloomberg Industry Group has adopted an Affirmative Action Program to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical issues, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran, a veteran of the Vietnam Era, or any other classification protected by law.
INDG requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment.
Prospective and/or new employees will be required to adhere with INDG's vaccination policy. All INDG employees must be fully vaccinated and they must submit proof of vaccination on their first day of employment. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement but must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment.
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Finance associate job description example 2
DXC Technology finance associate job description
At DXC we use the power of technology to deliver mission critical IT services that our customers need to modernize operations and drive innovation across their entire IT estate. We provide services across the Enterprise Technology Stack for business process outsourcing, analytics and engineering, applications, security, cloud, IT outsourcing and modern workplace.
People in Corporate Functions make DXC a well-run and high-functioning organization. Each team contributes to DXC's success and each individual delivers world class service and has opportunities to grow and learn.
About this role - responsibilities
In this position you will be responding tickets and chats from DXC employees about payroll related issues or doubts from Canada, USA and LATAM.
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree Customer Support experience
Knowledge and Skills:
Good oral and written communication skills (English) Strong analytical skills.Great management of computer skills
Work environment
This position would be remote.Mon - Fri 9:00am - 6:00pm
Joining DXC connects you to brilliant people who embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers and amplify customer success. At DXC we support each other and work as a team - globally and locally. Our achievements demonstrate how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues. You will be joining a team that works to create a culture of learning, diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to strong ethics and corporate citizenship.
At DXC we put our people first. In managing COVID-19, our actions are focused on the health, safety and well-being of our colleagues and their families and our approach is to encourage and support masking, testing and vaccination. With our Virtual First strategy the majority of our workforce now works remotely and will continue to do so. We recognize that requirements and availability around masking, testing and vaccination vary by location and we continue to monitor and conform with government regulations and customer requirements specific to each location.
People in Corporate Functions make DXC a well-run and high-functioning organization. Each team contributes to DXC's success and each individual delivers world class service and has opportunities to grow and learn.
About this role - responsibilities
In this position you will be responding tickets and chats from DXC employees about payroll related issues or doubts from Canada, USA and LATAM.
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree Customer Support experience
Knowledge and Skills:
Good oral and written communication skills (English) Strong analytical skills.Great management of computer skills
Work environment
This position would be remote.Mon - Fri 9:00am - 6:00pm
Joining DXC connects you to brilliant people who embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers and amplify customer success. At DXC we support each other and work as a team - globally and locally. Our achievements demonstrate how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues. You will be joining a team that works to create a culture of learning, diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to strong ethics and corporate citizenship.
At DXC we put our people first. In managing COVID-19, our actions are focused on the health, safety and well-being of our colleagues and their families and our approach is to encourage and support masking, testing and vaccination. With our Virtual First strategy the majority of our workforce now works remotely and will continue to do so. We recognize that requirements and availability around masking, testing and vaccination vary by location and we continue to monitor and conform with government regulations and customer requirements specific to each location.
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Finance associate job description example 3
RRD finance associate job description
If you are interested in launching a career in an exciting industry, the Finance Associate Development Program is an outstanding opportunity! For over 150 years, RR Donnelley (RRD) has helped businesses connect with audiences through the power of words and images. With our numerous complementary capabilities in creative and design services, content management, digital and print production, data analytics, supply chain management, business process outsourcing and logistics, RR Donnelley can power its more than 60,000 customers to create connected experiences with their customers.
The Finance Associate Development Program is a great way to accelerate your career while helping organizations worldwide communicate more effectively with their customers. During our two-year program, associates will gain an understanding of RRD and the role that finance and accounting play through hands-on experience and mentorship. The program will consist of four or five rotations which will prepare the participant for a successful and rewarding career in Finance.
Possible rotations include Corporate Controllers Group, Internal Audit, Business Unit Finance, Tax & Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis and Shared Services. Finance track Associates graduate the program in two years and ideally move into a Finance or Accounting related role.
If you are a hard-working, motivated team player, this is the entry-level opportunity for you! We are looking for enthusiastic candidates with excellent problem-solving and communication skills who are ready to roll up their sleeves and get hands-on experience in every facet of our company.
Required Skills
+ Good problem-solving skills
+ Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
+ General technical knowledge of accounting and finance
+ Able to apply general functional computer knowledge in utilizing Microsoft Windows Office or other Finance systems to complete work assignments.
+ Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities and deadlines, with attention to detail and an ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Required Experience
+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred) or Finance
+ 3.0 GPA or higher preferred
RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer
The Finance Associate Development Program is a great way to accelerate your career while helping organizations worldwide communicate more effectively with their customers. During our two-year program, associates will gain an understanding of RRD and the role that finance and accounting play through hands-on experience and mentorship. The program will consist of four or five rotations which will prepare the participant for a successful and rewarding career in Finance.
Possible rotations include Corporate Controllers Group, Internal Audit, Business Unit Finance, Tax & Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis and Shared Services. Finance track Associates graduate the program in two years and ideally move into a Finance or Accounting related role.
If you are a hard-working, motivated team player, this is the entry-level opportunity for you! We are looking for enthusiastic candidates with excellent problem-solving and communication skills who are ready to roll up their sleeves and get hands-on experience in every facet of our company.
Required Skills
+ Good problem-solving skills
+ Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
+ General technical knowledge of accounting and finance
+ Able to apply general functional computer knowledge in utilizing Microsoft Windows Office or other Finance systems to complete work assignments.
+ Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities and deadlines, with attention to detail and an ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Required Experience
+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred) or Finance
+ 3.0 GPA or higher preferred
RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer
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Updated March 14, 2024