Finance Analyst Roles in Financial Services

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Finance analysis roles are a versatile entry point for ACA-qualified professionals looking for a job in Financial Services. These roles combine data analysis with financial reporting. Financial Analyst roles drive business decisions and are increasingly involved in strategic planning, cost control, and performance tracking.

Key Insights

Finance Analysts play a key role in modern finance teams with roles available in banking, insurance, fintech, and private equity

£50k–£70k

Typical salary for newly qualified finance analysts in Financial Services.

Strong Excel and data skills

Are among the most in-demand requirements.

Over 40% of finance analysts

Move into broader strategic or commercial roles within 3 years.

Role & Responsibilities

Finance Analysts interpret data, build financial models, monitor KPIs, and produce insightful dashboards and reports.

They support various teams from product to operations and often work with senior leadership to inform business decisions.

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Qualifications & Skills

Along with an ACA qualification, employers will also be looking for the following skills from Finance Analyst roles:
  • A strong analytical mindset

  • Excel, Power BI or Tableau knowledge

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • An ability to present data clearly

  • Business awareness and curiosity

Where This Role Can Take You

From a finance analyst role, many professionals move into senior analysis, finance business partnering, or corporate strategy. It’s a flexible platform for those who enjoy working with data and seeing the bigger picture.

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Finance Analyst Roles in Industry and Commerce

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Finance Analyst roles provide ACA-qualified professionals with a data-driven entry point into commercial finance teams across Industry & Commerce. These positions blend analytical expertise with business insight, supporting growth and operational decision-making in diverse sectors including tech, retail, and manufacturing.

Key Insights

Finance Analysts are increasingly valued for their ability to translate complex data into commercial insights. Tech companies, FMCG brands, and growth-stage businesses are actively recruiting analytical talent.

£50k–£75k

Typical starting salary for newly qualified finance analysts in commercial sectors.

Data visualisation skills


Are becoming essential in consumer-facing industries.

Growing demand


For analysts who can support digital transformation and process improvement.

Role Responsibilities
Finance Analysts in Industry & Commerce develop pricing models, support product profitability analysis, build forecasting tools, and create management reporting dashboards.

They often collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations teams to optimise business performance and identify growth opportunities.

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Qualifications & Skills
Beyond your ACA qualification, commercial employers will be looking for the following skills:
  • Strong commercial awareness

  • Advanced Excel and data visualisation skills

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving ability

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

  • Experience with ERP systems and business intelligence tools

Where This Role Can Take You
A Finance Analyst role in Industry & Commerce can lead to positions in commercial finance leadership, transformation project management, or operational strategy.

Many analysts progress to Finance Business Partner roles or specialise in areas such as pricing strategy or investment appraisal.

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Financial Accountant Roles
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Financial accounting roles, including Group Accountants and Financial Reporting Accountants, are a key entry point for ACA-qualified professionals moving into Financial Services.

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