Financial Specialist Jobs in Connecticut

A Financial Specialist is an important figure in the finance industry who manages monetary transactions, financial planning, and analysis for organizations, businesses, or individuals. They are responsible for budgeting, forecasting, analyzing financial statements, advising on investment opportunities, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Their role includes having in-depth knowledge of financial markets, keeping up-to-date with economic trends, performing risk assessments, and making strategic financial decisions that will strengthen financial performance and ensure financial sustainability.

Important skills for a Financial Specialist include strong analytical skills, attention to detail, good communication skills, and aptitude in mathematics. It is beneficial for a Financial Specialist to hold certifications such as the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). In addition to qualifications, hands-on experience is critical for this role. Prior to becoming a Financial Specialist, a person may have roles such as a Financial Analyst, Financial Advisor, or Accountant. These roles provide a solid foundation and understanding of financial principles and practices.

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Senior Credit Analyst, Private Placements

  • Stamford, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 6 days ago

At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet...

IT Senior Analyst, Business Solutions (Hybrid, CT)

  • Berlin, CT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Berlin, CT
  • 3 hours ago

OUR TEAM As a Senior Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in the Work Order Life Cycle Improvement program, focusing on analyzing, designing, and optimizing systems and workflows related...

Financial Services Sales Representative - Life Insurance

  • Hartford, CT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 5 hours ago

Alternate Locations: Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut) Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Common Days+ : Work 2-3 days a week in a Lincoln office with a designated workspace....

Registered Client Service Associate

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 6 hours ago

funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts Detail orientated with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint...

Financial Analyst

  • West Hartford, CT
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Hartford, CT
  • 6 hours ago

Position Description At a Glance Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Financial Anaylst to join the Starline Holdings, LLC Team. Provide financial analysis, perform forecasting and budgeting...

Data Quantitative Analyst Lead (Hybrid)

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 7 hours ago

OVERVIEW: Manages and participates in the manipulation of data to conduct complex statistical analysis to understand and quantify business problems. Develops materials to refine and explain...

Fleet Vehicle and Finance Analyst

  • East Granby, CT
  • 22 hours ago
  • East Granby, CT
  • 22 hours ago

Job Purpose The Finance Coordinator will support the finance team by overseeing Company fleet vehicles, credit cards, support Treasury and Planful initiatives. This role includes responsibilities...

Financial Analyst I / Finance RCA

  • Newington, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Newington, CT
  • 1 day ago

Description Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 40 Job Shift: Shift 1 Shift Details: Work where every moment matters. Every day, approximately 38,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to...

Asset Management Specialist

  • Middletown, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 2 days ago

Asset Management Job Location: Middletown, CT - Hybrid - AWW Job Overview: The Asset Management Associate is responsible for managing, organizing and tracking the company's assets to ensure they...

Senior Pharmacy Financial Analyst

  • CT
  • 2 days ago
  • CT
  • 2 days ago

Healthfirst Senior Pharmacy Financial Analyst in Remote , Connecticut Duties & Responsibilities: Pharmacy and Dental costs and trend surveillance for all lines of business. Leads the analysis of...

Senior Business Analyst/Product Owner (Hybrid or Remote)

  • Farmington, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Farmington, CT
  • 2 days ago

Our employees are at the heart of what we do: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you are bringing this purpose to...

Remote Work

Personal Financial Representative-CT

  • Oakville, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakville, CT
  • 3 days ago

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from lifes uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step...

Remote Work

Municipal Bond Credit Analyst

  • Stamford, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 4 days ago

Clinton Investment Management is seeking a Municipal Credit Analyst to support the firm's rapid growth of assets under management. Primary job responsibilities include performing detailed credit...

Business Analyst

  • Hartford, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 4 days ago

Lincoln Financial Group Business Analyst in Radnor , Pennsylvania Alternate Locations: Work from Home; Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Dover, NH (New Hampshire); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana);...

Remote Work

Financial Data Analyst

  • Stamford, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 4 days ago

Why Open: Additional Support Needed to get through Q2 Location: Stamford, CT Length: 3 Month Contract, possible extension Pay Rate: 32-35/hr Interview Process: 2 rounds (1st virtual, 2nd onsite)...

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Salary for Financial Specialist Jobs in Connecticut

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Highest Education Level

Financial Specialists in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.3%
Master's Degree
36.5%
High School or GED
4.1%
Associate's Degree
3.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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