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Financial Analyst ATS Keywords

Include these keywords in your CV to pass Applicant Tracking Systems and increase your chances of getting seen by recruiters.

Finance
5Essential
2Recommended
1Nice to Have

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Essential Keywords

Must have

These keywords are critical for Financial Analyst roles. Missing these may result in automatic rejection.

Financial ModellingExcelForecastingBudgetingVariance Analysis

Recommended Keywords

Should have

Including these keywords will strengthen your application and improve your ranking.

SAPPower BI

Nice to Have

Bonus

These keywords can differentiate you from other candidates if you have the experience.

ACCA

Keywords by Category

Technical Skills

Financial ModellingForecastingBudgetingVariance Analysis

Tools & Software

ExcelSAPPower BI

Certifications

ACCA
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How to Use These Keywords

1

Integrate Naturally

Weave keywords into your achievement statements rather than listing them separately.

2

Match the Job Description

Use the exact phrasing from the job posting when it matches your experience.

3

Include Variations

Use both acronyms and full terms: "Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)"

4

Prioritise Relevance

Only include keywords that genuinely reflect your skills and experience.

Financial Analyst CV FAQs

Include "financial modelling", "DCF", "three-statement model", "LBO", "valuation", and "scenario analysis". Also mention "Excel" with specific skills like "VLOOKUP", "INDEX MATCH", and "pivot tables".
Yes, if you have experience. SAP, Oracle, and NetSuite are commonly sought. Also include "financial reporting", "management accounts", "variance analysis", and "budgeting".
Include "IFRS", "UK GAAP", or "US GAAP" depending on your experience. Also mention "audit", "compliance", and "internal controls" if relevant to your background.
Important for senior roles. Include "stakeholder management", "presentation skills", "commercial awareness", and "attention to detail". These complement technical skills for well-rounded applications.

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