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Finance & Law
Financial Analyst
Turn numbers into decisions
€50k–€110k Demand: High
What the work is really like
Financial analysts value companies, model scenarios and guide where money should go. It rewards a sharp mind for numbers, real rigour, and the confidence to back a recommendation.
1Building a forecast model in a spreadsheet
2Digging through a company's financial statements
3Pressure-testing assumptions with the team
4Summarising a recommendation for decision-makers
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Skills to develop
Financial modelling
Excel
Accounting basics
Valuation
Data analysis
Clear reporting
Estimated to job-ready: ~6 months of focused effort.
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