Finance & Accounting Jobs

Are you a numbers person? Do you find satisfaction in making budgets and sticking to them? Are you detail-oriented, and do you appreciate knowing that books are balanced? If this sounds like you, then you’re a great fit for working in finance and accounting! Working in a finance job, you’ll be responsible for ensuring sound financial planning and management so that your company has a solid foundation for success.

Leveraging decades of expertise in these professional sectors, Spherion has a solid understanding of the finance and accounting industry and the type of accountant or business analyst positions that fit your skills. From entry-level to seasoned professionals, Spherion places hard-working people in a wide variety of finance and accounting jobs in flexible, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire positions. Click to see our available positions:

What finance & accounting jobs entail

The words “finance and accounting” probably make you think of banks and accounting firms, but there are finance jobs to be had in almost every sector! While financial institutions that handle, exchange, or manage money are the largest and best-known employers, most companies have a finance or accounting department in-house to handle the flow of money into and out of the company.

When you hold a finance job, your responsibilities vary depending on your job title, the company you work for, and the industry you work in. For instance, you may work as an underwriter for a large insurance company or you may work in accounting for a small office supply company. But while these roles will have different responsibilities, you can expect to rely on a love of numbers and crunching data to get through the day.

What you can expect working a finance & accounting job

Almost all finance and accounting jobs are full-time and follow the usual office job schedule of 9-5. You will most likely spend the bulk of the day at your desk at a computer, which you’ll use to perform your work and also check in with other departments via email, inter-office messenger, or video call. Because they’re easily done from a computer, it is also fairly common now to find a remote finance job or remote accounting job, if you’re someone who is looking for more flexibility throughout your day.

Your exact job responsibilities will vary based on your role, but some of the most common day-to-day tasks for finance jobs include performing accounting or bookkeeping work, analyzing company finances, managing or processing payroll and employee benefits, making budget recommendations, handling invoices, or preparing tax records and statements. Your role may also require you to reach out to vendors, suppliers, contractors, or other company employees to resolve issues or gain additional clarification. Those in a managerial position can expect to spend some of their day checking in with their direct reports, mentoring, and providing guidance.

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There is a wide range of available finance and accounting jobs, and each of these jobs requires different skills and certifications. As a result, salaries for finance and accounting jobs vary widely, from around $30,000 to well over $100,000. Entry-level positions in billing, payroll, and accounting typically see pay rates at the lower end of this range, while supervisors and managers will see salaries in the mid to high range. That said, the average salary for those working in finance and accounting was $76,570 in May 2021.

If you’re interested in seeing recent salary information for the kind of finance and accounting jobs you can find in your area, reach out to your local Spherion office. They can provide you with a salary guide that’s tailored to your city, town, or region, so you know exactly what kind of salary you can expect when you’re applying for a position.

What qualifications do finance & accounting jobs require?

For the most part, any job in the finance and accounting sector will require you to hold an undergraduate degree to be considered for employment. However, some employers may accept an associate’s degree, additional certifications, or significant related experience, though this depends on the position.

There is a wide array of certifications for those working in finance and accounting jobs. Accountants may want to pursue a certified public accountant (CPA) license, while those who work more broadly in the financial space may look into becoming a certified financial planner (CFP). From underwriting to risk management to investment and securities analysis, there is almost certainly a relevant certification out there that can make you a more desirable candidate.

Beyond these requirements, soft skills you should possess include being organized and detail-oriented. Just one missed comma, misplaced decimal point, or extra digit can change your data significantly! And if you’re looking to progress into more senior finance jobs, it can be helpful to have previous experience in—or be willing to learn about—sales, communications, and management.

Where your finance & accounting career can go

Overall, financial employment is projected to grow 7% from 2021 to 2031, resulting in about 715,100 new jobs over the decade. And as the baby boomer generation prepares to retire, we can expect to see senior positions opening up to younger generations—and entry-level and mid-career subsequently opening up as well.

As you enter into a financial job, you’ll grow and gain valuable experience that can make you a great choice for senior and managerial roles in the future. Roles you can grow into include: accounting supervisor, accounts payable manager, accounts receivable manager, payroll manager, tax manager, and controller, among others. In addition, roles in finance and accounting give you broad exposure to multiple parts of a business, which can help you to develop a deeper understanding of where your interests and future career aspirations may lie.

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