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Finance
listed below are 25 careers you might consider in the finance cluster. These are not all the career options in the cluster—they are just a sampling showing the variety of occupations available to you at different education levels.
Turn to the “online Info” on the inside back cover to research all career options in the cluster of your choice and decide on the ones that best fit your talents and ambitions. Here’s an explanation of the kind of information presented in each column.
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SoC: stands for standard GRoWtH: This is the oPENINGS: This is the projected WAGES: This is the amount
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occupational code, which projected annual growth number of job openings for the career the average person in the
organizations like the u.s. in Texas for the career in Texas each year. even though a career earns in Texas per
department of labor use to between 2002 and 2012. career may be fast growing, there year. naturally, entry-level
categorize career information. fast-growing occupations may not be a lot of positions available. wages are lower than the
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sometimes you can find data on may offer greater career careers with more openings will give average, and those for workers
a career faster by searching for opportunities for young an entry-level worker a better chance with years of experience are
its soc. adults. of getting a job and greater job security. generally higher.
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SoC occupation Growth openings Wages Education Education Levels Job Description
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19-3011 Economist 25.0% 45 $80,939 master’s degree
conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to aid in solutions to economic problems arising from production and distribution of goods and services.
may collect and process economic and statistical data using econometric and sampling techniques.
19-3021 market research Analyst 21.0% 570 $62,130 master’s degree
research market conditions in local, regional, or national areas to determine potential sales of a product or service. may gather information on competitors, prices,
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sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. may use survey results to create a marketing campaign based on regional preferences and buying habits.
19-3022 Survey researcher 37.5% 25 $29,160 master’s degree design or conduct surveys. may supervise interviewers who conduct the survey in person or over the telephone. may present survey results to client.

15-2011 Actuary 18.8% 50 $94,156 bachelor’s plus experience
analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates, and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for
payment of future benefits. may ascertain premium rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.
11-3031 Financial manager 19.4% 1,190 $89,572 bachelor’s plus experience
plan, direct, and coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an
establishment.
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13-2052 Personal Financial Advisor 28.7% 340 $81,619 bachelor’s degree
advise clients on financial plans utilizing knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. duties include
assessing clients’ assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives to establish investment strategies.
13-2051 Financial Analyst 19.7% 395 $74,578 bachelor’s degree conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.
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13-2011 Accountant and Auditor 19.1% 3,180 $54,869 bachelor’s degree
examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records for the purpose of giving advice or preparing statements. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or
other financial and budgetary data.
41-3031 Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agent 14.6% 445 $80,022 bachelor’s degree
buy and sell securities in investment and trading firms, or call upon businesses and individuals to sell financial services. provide financial services, such as loan,
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tax, and securities counseling. may advise securities customers about such things as stocks, bonds, and market conditions.
13-2061 Financial Examiner 11.1% 60 $66,367 bachelor’s degree
enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. may examine,
verify correctness of, or establish authenticity of records.
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13-2041 Credit Analyst 19.8% 145 $57,755 bachelor’s degree
analyze current credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. prepare
reports with this credit information for use in decision making.
13-2081 Tax Examiner, Collector, and revenue Agent 7.5% 120 $50,925 bachelor’s degree determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.
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13-2053 insurance Underwriter 12.9% 155 $50,340 bachelor’s degree review individual applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and determine acceptance of applications.
13-2071 Loan Counselor 21.1% 70 $34,186 bachelor’s degree
provide guidance to prospective loan applicants who have problems qualifying for traditional loans. guidance may include determining the best type of loan and
explaining loan requirements or restrictions.
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13-2072 Loan Officer 22.6% 565 $53,771 bachelor’s degree
evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. advise borrowers on financial status and methods of payment. Includes
mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and loan underwriters.
41-3021 insurance Sales Agent 7.9% 1,355 $59,640 bachelor’s degree
sell life, property, casualty, health, automotive, or other types of insurance. may refer clients to independent brokers, work as independent broker, or be
employed by an insurance company.
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43-4141 New Accounts Clerk 17.2% 330 $27,199 work experience in a related occupation Interview persons desiring to open bank accounts. explain banking services available to prospective customers and assist them in preparing application form.
13-1031 Claims Adjuster, Examiner, and investigator 17.4% 485 $50,513 long-term on-the-job training
review settled claims to determine that payments and settlements have been made in accordance with company practices and procedures, ensuring that proper
methods have been followed. report overpayments, underpayments, and other irregularities. confer with legal counsel on claims requiring litigation.
13-1032 insurance Appraiser, Auto Damage 18.2% 15 $43,916 long-term on-the-job training
appraise automobile or other vehicle damage to determine cost of repair for insurance claim settlements and seek agreement with automotive repair shop on
cost of repair. prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost or cost estimates and recommendations.
13-2082 Tax Preparer 20.2% 170 $27,956 moderate-term on-the-job training
prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses. Those in this position do not have the background or responsibilities of an accredited or certified public
accountant.
Source:
Texas Workforce
Commission (TWC)
43-9041 insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerk 7.1% 375 $30,410 moderate-term on-the-job training
process new insurance policies, modifications to existing policies, and claims forms. obtain information from policyholders to verify the accuracy and
completeness of information on claims forms, applications and related documents, and company records.
note: This chart is a sampling
of careers in the cluster,
43-3031 Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerk 6.2% 3,315 $28,502 moderate-term on-the-job training
compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to
not recommendations from
obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records.
Twc or any other agency
or organization. always do
thorough research and consult
43-3051 Payroll and Timekeeping Clerk 10.1% 580 $29,061 moderate-term on-the-job training
compile and post employee time and payroll data. may compute employees’ time worked, production, and commission. may compute and post wages and
deductions. may prepare paychecks.
with your parents/guardians
before making a career choice.
43-3011 Bill and Account Collector 27.4% 1,475 $29,285 short-term on-the-job training
locate and notify customers of delinquent accounts by mail, telephone, or personal visit to solicit payment. duties include receiving payment and posting amount
to customer’s account; preparing statements to credit department if customer fails to respond; and keeping records of collection and status of accounts.
43-3071 Teller 17.6% 2,390 $20,843 short-term on-the-job training receive and pay out money. keep records of money and negotiable instruments involved in a financial institution’s various transactions.
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