How to Start a Career in Finance: A Step-by-Step Guide
Posted: 9 June 2025 at 3:12 pm | Author: CAW Business School
Are you thinking about a future in finance? Whether you’re just leaving school, considering a career change, or simply exploring your options, a career in finance offers stability, variety, and significant room for growth. From accounting to investment banking, the finance sector is full of dynamic roles that suit a wide range of skills and interests.
To help you take your first step with confidence, we’ve created a free guide to starting a career in finance. It’s packed with expert insights, practical advice, and everything you need to begin your journey in the industry.
Why choose a career in finance?
- Diverse career paths: Work in accounting, bookkeeping, banking, investment, insurance, financial planning and beyond.
- Job stability and growth: Finance professionals are needed across many industries.
- Good earning potential: Many roles offer attractive starting salaries and opportunities for progression.
If you’re analytical, detail-oriented, and driven by results, finance could be a perfect match.
What our finance career guide covers
Our Finance Career Guide is designed to give you a clear roadmap. Inside, you’ll discover:
- Key roles and career paths – Including accounting, corporate finance, financial analysis, and more.
- Essential skills and qualifications – Understand what employers look for, from technical know-how to soft skills.
- Practical steps to enter the industry – Get tips on work experience, entry-level roles, networking, and qualifications.
- Real-world advice from finance professionals – Hear directly from people who’ve built successful careers in finance.
- CV-building and interview strategies – Discover how to stand out to employers.
- How AAT qualifications can help – Find out how accountancy training can support your career journey.