Accountant:
Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
Actuary:
Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.
Auditor:
Examine and analyze accounting records to determine financial status of establishment and prepare financial reports concerning operating procedures.
Benefits Manager:
Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization
Budget Analyst:
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports
Controller:
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization
Credit Counselor:
Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explaining loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans, advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, and bankruptcy counseling
Credit Analyst:
Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making
Financial Analyst:
Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions
Financial Examiner:
Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify, or authenticate records
Insurance Underwriter:
Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and determine acceptance of applications
Loan Officer:
Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and loan underwriters
Risk Management Specialist:
Analyze and manage risk management issues by identifying, measuring, and making decisions on operational or enterprise risks for an organization
Securities and Commodities Trader:
Buy and sell securities and commodities to transfer debt, capital, or risk. Establish and negotiate unit prices and terms of sale
Many professionals seek out and earn professional licenses and certifications after graduating from college. Licensure and certification credentials support the qualifications of professionals in their field and may be required by your employer. Certification recognizes professionals who have achieved a specific level of training or experience and is generally voluntarily. Licensure is typically mandated by an accrediting agency that gives individuals the permission to practice within their profession.
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