Financial Manager and Director

Financial managers and directors look after the money side of organisations. They plan budgets, manage cash, prepare reports, and advise leaders on what the company can afford to do.

Financial Manager and Director

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Finance & Accounting

AI IMPACT
AI USED FOR30%moving to75%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£35,000 - £45,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
AI can do very little of this work today
Hands-on work, caring for people and dealing with the real world are among the hardest things to automate, and this job leans on them. We have not yet formally classified its moat, so we make no claim either way, but the exposure score speaks for itself.

Career progression path

1FIRST STEPJunior Financial AnalystIn this entry-level role, you will assist in financial reporting and analysis, gaining valuable experience in budgeting and forecasting.£35,000 - £45,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEFinancial ManagerAs a Financial Manager, you will oversee financial operations, manage budgets, and provide strategic insights to senior management.£50,000 - £65,000
3PEAK CAREERFinance DirectorIn this senior role, you will lead the finance department, develop long-term financial strategies, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.£80,000+
There is more than one way in

You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.