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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.

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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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$70K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to lead financial operations and grant management for a prominent institute, ensuring compliance and supporting research initiatives while collaborating with diverse stakeholders...

3 days ago

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

$105K - $130K *

Drive financial planning and analysis for a nationwide service organization, providing insights that enhance profitability and operational decision-making. Collaborate with leadership to develop budge...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $130K *

Analyze financial performance and drive insights to enhance profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and reports, ensuring consistent financial processes a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $128K *

Innovate financial planning and controllership processes to drive efficiency, enhance cost reduction strategies, and deliver actionable insights for senior leadership, while fostering collaboration ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $95K *

Lead the accounting team to enhance financial practices, oversee AP processes, and ensure compliance with GAAP. Collaborate on financial reporting and audits while fostering a culture of inclusiveness...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $117K *

Drive financial planning cycles and enhance cost efficiency through data analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and process improvement. Lead initiatives to reduce defect costs and deliver actionable in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$60K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading financial planning cycles, driving cost reduction, and enhancing business processes through data analysis and strategic insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$62K - $103K *

Unlock potential by leveraging financial insights to drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate with teams to enhance budgeting, reporting, and analysis in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $120K *

Lead the preparation and analysis of SEC filings, ensuring compliance and accuracy while managing financial reporting processes and collaborating with internal teams and auditors to enhance efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$71K - $106K *

Manage corporate accounting and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with finance teams on month-end and year-end processes, contributing to audits and continuous improve...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $150K *

Champion innovative finance solutions by owning core accounting operations, driving automation, and enhancing financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to build a scalable finance function that su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$71K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client relationships and executing impactful initiatives. This role involves managing project trackers, invoicing, and reporting while ensuring adherence to b...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $114K *

Elevate client relationships by executing bank initiatives, managing invoices, and ensuring timely reporting. Collaborate with internal teams to meet client expectations while maintaining project trac...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $92K *

Manage complex accounting and financial operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while supporting budget development and fiscal controls. Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial processes...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Transform accounting operations by bridging customer workflows and AI-driven solutions. Engage in pre-sale discovery, design automated solutions, and ensure accurate implementation while collaborating...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to execute month-end close activities, prepare financial statements, and oversee fixed asset accounting. Collaborate on budgeting and forecasting while ensuring compliance with GAA...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading audit engagements, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance across audit, tax, and accounting functions. Collaborate cross-functionally while managing workflows and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Optimize financial reporting and internal controls in a federal contracting environment. Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accurate accounting, manage month-end close, and support ERP transitio...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $168K *

Unlock your potential by leading tax strategies for AEC clients, ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional service. Drive team growth and foster client relationships while navigating complex tax...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $168K *

Transform client tax strategies in the AEC industry by leading engagements, ensuring compliance, and mentoring a team. Drive process improvements and foster long-term relationships while advising on i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$103K - $154K *

Drive strategic tax solutions for AEC clients, leading engagements and fostering relationships. Oversee compliance, audits, and team development while implementing advanced strategies to minimize liab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $161K *

Unlock potential by leading tax strategies for AEC clients, ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional service. Drive team growth, manage complex engagements, and foster long-term client relations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on driving financial accuracy while managing month-end closes, reconciliations, and cost accounting. Contribute to board-level reporting in a dynamic PE-backed SaaS environm...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $105K *

Optimize cash management and treasury operations across multiple entities, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance while collaborating with finance teams to enhance liquidity and financial controls...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Drive expansion into the Public Equity vertical by selling AI-powered intelligence to investment funds. Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while shaping the sales process and compe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.