Entry-Level Finance Jobs

An entry-level finance officer directs and performs financial analysis and reporting activities to support short-term and long-range strategic plans and operating budgets. An entry-level finance officer manages a company’s financial planning process and procedures. An entry-level finance officer evaluates data, prepares forecasts, and analyzes trends in sales, operations, general business conditions, and other related areas. An entry-level finance officer identifies performance issues and makes recommendations to management for remedial actions. An entry-level finance officer prepares and distributes periodic financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders. An entry-level finance officer takes assigned project from original concept through final implementation. An entry-level finance officer develops and modifies financial systems and corporate models related to budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditures.


A BS or BA in finance or economics is required for an entry-level finance officer job; an advanced degree or additional experience is preferred. Accounting, financial, and program management skill is highly desired for entry-level finance officer. An entry-level finance officer should have good analytical and administrative skills, with ability to provide motivational leadership and superior interpersonal skills.