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Find Finance Associate opportunities that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Browse vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including positions focused on financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business decision support. Finance Associates help organizations understand performance, manage resources, and plan for growth.

What Does a Finance Associate Do?

Finance Associate responsibilities vary by employer and team. Common work includes analyzing financial results, preparing reports and presentations, supporting budgets and forecasts, reviewing expenses, and helping maintain financial models. Associates may collaborate with accounting, operations, strategy, and leadership teams to provide accurate insights and support informed decisions.

Common Finance Associate Skills

Employers often seek strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment. Experience with spreadsheets, financial modeling, accounting principles, and reporting tools can be valuable. Depending on the role, employers may also look for familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, valuation, or enterprise finance systems.

Finance Associate Career Paths

A Finance Associate role can build experience for advancement into positions such as Senior Finance Associate, Financial Analyst, Finance Manager, or Corporate Finance Manager. Career paths depend on an individual’s strengths, industry, and responsibilities, with opportunities to specialize in areas such as FP&A, corporate finance, investment analysis, or financial operations.

Find Finance Associate Jobs on Ladders

Search Finance Associate jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and location, then find roles aligned with your background and next career move.

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$116K - $155K *

Shape the future of HR technology by leading strategy, governance, and optimization of HRIS. Drive operational excellence, enhance user experience, and ensure compliance while managing a high-performi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a global accounting team, driving process improvements, and integrating AI solutions to enhance financial operations and reporting accuracy in a dynamic SaaS environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead M&A tax initiatives by overseeing domestic and international deals, providing expert tax advice, and mentoring junior staff while driving business growth and client satisfaction in a dynamic envi...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Accelerate financial management for high-impact health research programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop budgets, analyze expenditures, and ensure compliance with federal regulations, drivi...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at a leading investment accounting team, overseeing GAAP and statutory reporting for invested assets. Collaborate on process improvements, mentor staff, and ensure data integrity w...

Carmel, INRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Support and enhance accounting functions by managing close processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and overseeing financial reporting. Collaborate with finance teams to drive improvements and integr...

Illinois, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $113K *

Lead strategic initiatives to enhance advocacy for California's children and youth. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage programs, and drive fundraising efforts to ensure impactful policy changes and...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $135K *

Empower communities by leading strategic initiatives in homelessness services. Utilize your expertise to enhance organizational capacity, improve service coordination, and drive sustainable solutions...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $118K *

Elevate global learning initiatives by managing logistics, communications, and stakeholder support for diverse Talent Development programs. Collaborate across teams to enhance employee experiences thr...

Washington, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$287K - $359K *

Drive growth as you cultivate federal accounts, enhance sales strategies, and facilitate large, strategic deals. Leverage your expertise to position mission-critical solutions in a competitive landsca...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive accounting functions for self-insurance groups, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and effective budget management while coll...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $104K *

Drive the full lifecycle of contractual agreements, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating across teams to enhance processes and support organizational goals in a dynamic, remote-frien...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and driving process improvements in a dynamic e-commerce environment. Collaborate across teams to e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional indirect tax solutions. You'll manage compliance, conduct research, and collaborate with clients across multiple jurisdictions, enhancing their t...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $200K *

Engage in structured renewable energy finance by supporting transaction screening, underwriting, and execution. Collaborate with senior team members to drive projects from intake to closing, leveragin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in tax management by preparing and reviewing complex returns, guiding a skilled team, and delivering exceptional client service while assuming responsibility for a diverse range of tax...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $156K *

Drive client success by managing complex treasury relationships, ensuring compliance, and resolving issues. Leverage advanced product knowledge to support high-visibility clients while mentoring team...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance progress at construction firms by leading assurance engagements, overseeing teams, and ensuring compliance. Leverage 8+ years of public accounting expertise to deliver high-quality financial r...

Hunt Valley, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Explore advanced revenue analysis and month-end controls to ensure accurate invoicing and financial reporting. Collaborate across functions to resolve discrepancies, mentor junior analysts, and drive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in global financial consolidation, ensuring compliance with US GAAP while collaborating with diverse finance teams. Drive process improvements and present insights to executive managem...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative finance systems to enhance automation and reporting. Lead the integration of AI and controls in a fast-growing mental health company, collaborating across teams to ensure scalable f...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Drive the administration of OneStream, supporting FP&A and Accounts Payable teams. Enhance reporting, manage data integrations, and collaborate with Finance and IT to optimize processes and improve ef...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $125K *

Transform financial strategy and operations as a key leader, driving growth and excellence. Oversee accounting, banking, and financial planning while influencing company direction and supporting strat...

Orwigsburg, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K *

Help us enhance our Workday Finance System by providing expert administration, support, and process improvement across multiple functional areas, ensuring data integrity and operational efficiency in...

Chapel Hill, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic accounting team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Drive process improvements and oversee lease accounting operations while collaborating w...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Finance Associate do?question toggle

    A Finance Associate supports financial planning and analysis through tasks such as reviewing financial data, preparing reports, assisting with budgets and forecasts, and building or updating financial models. Specific duties vary by employer and team.

  • What qualifications are common for Finance Associate jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value a degree or relevant experience in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. Analytical ability, spreadsheet skills, attention to detail, and clear communication are also frequently important.

  • What skills are useful for a Finance Associate?question toggle

    Useful skills can include financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, accounting knowledge, spreadsheet proficiency, and presenting findings to stakeholders. The exact mix depends on the position.

  • What career paths can follow a Finance Associate role?question toggle

    With experience, Finance Associates may pursue roles such as Senior Finance Associate, Financial Analyst, Finance Manager, or Corporate Finance Manager, or specialize in areas such as FP&A, investment analysis, or financial operations.

  • Where can I find Finance Associate jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search its Finance Associate listings and review each posting for salary information, responsibilities, qualifications, and location.