Typical Tasks
Apply mathematical or statistical techniques to address practical issues in finance, such as derivative valuation, securities trading, risk management, or financial market regulation.
Define or recommend model specifications or data collection methods.
Devise or apply independent models or tools to help verify results of analytical systems.
Interpret results of financial analysis procedures.
Maintain or modify all financial analytic models in use.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Analytical Thinking
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Persistence
Initiative
Achievement/Effort
What key skills are needed for this job?
Mathematics
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Speaking
Expected Knowledge
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Common Activities
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
