📈 FP&A & Corporate Finance · Mid level

Financial Modeler: CV guide, skills and keywords

Role snapshot

A Financial Modeler focuses on three-statement models, valuation and scenario modelling. This page shows what to put on a Financial Modeler CV, which skills and keywords to include, how to write achievement bullets and which qualifications strengthen your application.

Professional summary starter

Financial Modeler with [X] years of experience in three-statement models, valuation and scenario modelling. Strong in three-statement modelling, dcf and valuation and scenario analysis, using Microsoft Excel (advanced) and Power BI / Tableau. Known for [one measurable result] and for working closely with colleagues across finance and the business. Seeking a Financial Modeler role where I can add measurable value.

Replace each [bracket] with your own facts. Edit the wording until it sounds like you.

Core skills to show

Three-statement modellingDCF and valuationScenario analysisModel review and auditing

Related keywords recruiters search for

Three-statement modellingDCF and valuationScenario analysisModel review and auditingbudgetingforecastingvariance analysisfinancial modellingKPIscenario analysisbusiness partneringdashboardrolling forecastcapital budgetingvaluationexecutive reporting

Tools and standards

Tools

  • Microsoft Excel (advanced)
  • Power BI / Tableau
  • SQL
  • Anaplan / Hyperion / Adaptive
  • SAP
  • PowerPoint

Standards and frameworks

  • Management reporting
  • Valuation methods
  • Capital budgeting (NPV, IRR)

Achievement bullet ideas

Start each bullet with a strong verb and add a number, scale or time saved.

  • Built [X] integrated three-statement models used in funding and investment decisions of [amount]
  • Reviewed and corrected [X] models, removing formula and linking errors
  • Created templates adopted by [X] teams
  • Built a driver-based forecast that improved accuracy to within [X]% of actuals.

How to quantify achievements honestly →

Suggested CV structure

  1. Professional summary
  2. Core skills and tools
  3. Experience
  4. Key achievements
  5. Education
  6. Certifications
  7. Languages, awards and optional sections

Show forecast accuracy, decisions influenced and time saved. Name the planning and BI tools you build in.

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