Financial Assistant

A Financial Assistant provides administrative assistance to financial planners, advisors or other professionals providing financial services. You might update financial records for customers or maintain their financial files. A Financial Assistant, or Financial Planning Assistant, may collect financial data using spreadsheets or other financial software. You might also assist with the preparation of financial reports or statements.

Financial Assistants should be highly organised and have strong time management skills. You’ll need to be able to liaise with a range of clients and communicate well with colleagues. It’s important that you have good attention to detail and are familiar with financial systems and procedures. Financial Assistants should be good with numbers and have strong accounting or bookkeeping skills.

 

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $71,760
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a financial assistant?

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FNS30122

Certificate III in Financial Services

Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 months
$0 - $9,130
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business (Finance)

On Campus, Online
12 - 18 months
$1,295 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business (Financial Administration)

Blended, Online
15 - 24 months
$0 - $3,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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