People who want to work in finance have many different jobs to choose from. The career you choose must suit you well, so think carefully about your future. To make it easier, below is an overview of various jobs in the financial industry.
Jobs
There are many different jobs in the financial sector. Many require a lot of discipline and work ethic, they are often jobs that take a lot of time and are not versatile. This is often offset by a high salary. Below is an overview of a number of jobs in the financial sector.
Actuary
As an actuary you usually work for an insurance company, pension funds, banks and the government. The job involves statistically calculating the probability or risks of certain things such as accidents, death, illnesses and losing things. As an actuary, it is your job to ensure that an employee’s costs are as small as possible in the event of these events. Being strong in mathematics and economics is a requirement for this job. A diploma in Actuarial Sciences gives you the opportunity to work as an Actuary. The salary is above average.
Financial planner
A financial planner or advisor gives his client a clear overview of his or her financial situation of the present and the future. He also provides advice on how this financial situation can be improved. Advice can be requested on various matters such as buying a house, loans, pensions, inheritances and so on. A bachelor’s degree is required. As a financial planner or advisor you have an above-average income and there is also a lot of choice on the labor market.
Tax inspector
As a tax inspector, you determine tax obligations and ensure that people and companies pay their taxes. A tax inspector works for the government and tax agencies. It is a job with a lot of responsibility and mathematical and economic insight is required. The salary of a tax inspector is usually average.
Notary
A notary draws up deeds in which the law grants him that authority and a party requires it from him. The study required for this is the Notarial Law study, which lasts four years. For example, when drawing up a deed after the death of a specific person, a notary is called upon. A completely different example is drawing up a deed for a public limited company (VN), but here too a notarial deed is drawn up. The salary of a notary is above average.
Accountant
As an account, you check annual accounts, prepare annual accounts and do other financial administration. An account must not make mistakes and work accurately. You can work for private individuals, but also for large companies. The salary of an accountant is above average.