Entry-Level Finance Jobs 2026
Entry-level finance jobs offer starting salaries of $50,000–$80,000, with investment banking analysts at bulge bracket firms earning $100,000+ in base salary plus bonuses. Roles span financial analysis, credit analysis, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), commercial banking, and insurance underwriting. A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics is the standard entry requirement.
$50,000–$80,000/yrAverage starting salary
What You Need
- ✓Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business
- ✓Strong Excel skills including financial modeling
- ✓Understanding of financial statements and valuation methods
- ✓Analytical and quantitative reasoning abilities
- ✓CFA Level I candidacy demonstrates serious commitment (optional but valued)
Growth Outlook
Financial analyst roles are projected to grow 9% through 2033, faster than average. Fintech disruption is creating new role categories while traditional finance positions remain in steady demand.
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