{"id":506,"date":"2026-04-16T15:47:51","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:47:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/?p=506"},"modified":"2026-04-16T15:47:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:47:51","slug":"value-finances-skills-resume","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/en\/value-finances-skills-resume\/","title":{"rendered":"How to value your finances skills on a resume ?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re looking for an internship, a work-study position, or even your dream job, your education is just one component of your application. For your application to achieve its goal, namely, <strong>to convince recruiters<\/strong> in the finance sector, your resume must highlight your skills. Let\u2019s explore how to translate your skills into concrete details to create a standout resume.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lire plus :&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/en\/blog\/sales-trading-mindest\">Sales &amp; Trading: which profiles truly succeed on the trading floor?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Results-oriented writing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best way to capture a recruiter\u2019s interest is to show them that you have<strong> the skills the employer is looking for.<\/strong> So make sure to translate them by focusing on results. Speak about your contributions by effectively organizing the different points in each entry using bullet points. A good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cv.fr\/exemples-cv\/analyste-financier\">example of a financial analyst\u2019s resume<\/a> will follow this format: <em>what you did \/ how you did it \/ the impact generated.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be sure to follow this structure, which allows you to describe the type of assignment you were given (or task you completed), how you carried it out (mentioning specific tools if relevant), and the result you achieved. This approach encourages you to go beyond a simple description, enabling you <strong>to demonstrate your skills in a concrete way<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlighting academic projects and practical case studies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A lack of experience doesn\u2019t necessarily have to be a barrier to getting hired. During your studies, you\u2019ve built a solid foundation in areas such as <strong>accounting<\/strong>, <strong>valuation<\/strong>, or <strong>auditing<\/strong>, and you should highlight these on your resume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To present them effectively, you can create a specific section where you list each project individually. For each one, describe the context, the methodology, the deliverables, and the results achieved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even purely academic experience can be a strength on your resume if you present it correctly. More than the source of the skill, it is how you frame it that matters and will interest recruiters.<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our top tip for improving your resume: include statistics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is THE way to make your application stand out. Whether it\u2019s work experience or a school project, <strong>find specific numbers to highlight your profile<\/strong>. Numbers lend credibility to any information you include on your resume. They help illustrate the context, the challenge, and, of course, the result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quantitative data also demonstrates your contribution and your attention to detail. Furthermore, they can serve as a conversation starter during a potential interview, allowing you to elaborate further on your skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are a few examples of metrics you can include on your resume:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analysis volume<\/strong> : number of companies analyzed in a project, number of financial statements reviewed, size of the dataset processed;<\/li>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial figures<\/strong>: value calculated in a DCF model (even if hypothetical), size of the portfolio managed in a stock market simulation, budget managed in a nonprofit context;<\/li>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Timelines and productivity<\/strong>: duration of a project, number of deliverables over a given period, reporting frequency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Concrete examples of how to word your resume<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help you write an <strong>effective resume<\/strong>, take a look at the examples below, which show how to highlight your skills and projects using results-oriented language to create a compelling application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Field <\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Before<\/b><\/td>\n<td><strong>After<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Accounting and financial analysis<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Analysis of financial statements in an accounting course<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>Analysis of the financial statements of six companies in the industrial sector (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement)<\/li>\n<li>Preparation of a comparative summary report with investment recommendations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Grade received for this project: 17\/20<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Valuation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Development of a DCF valuation model<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>Development of a DCF model for a CAC 40-listed company (growth assumptions, WACC, sensitivity analysis)<\/li>\n<li>Estimated valuation of \u20ac2.3 billion, representing an 8% difference from the stock price at the time of the analysis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Audit &amp; internal control<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Introduction to auditing and internal control<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>Conducted a mock audit of the accounting procedures of a simulated small business<\/li>\n<li>Identified four areas of risk and drafted a report with recommendations, which was presented to a panel of three professionals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 common mistakes to avoid in finance resumes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Listing tasks instead of results<\/strong> : Whether you\u2019re describing work experience or a school project, it\u2019s essential to highlight the results of your efforts. This helps demonstrate to any potential employer what you can bring to the table, while emphasizing the value you\u2019ll add if hired.<\/li>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid vague language<\/strong> : be precise, concise, and direct. Recruiters spend very little time screening resumes. Yours needs to be clear and compelling to catch their attention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overlook experience in fields other than finance<\/strong> : Students typically have limited experience, and often in a variety of fields. Be sure to highlight your own experiences\u2014such as personal projects, part-time jobs, or volunteer work\u2014by emphasizing relevant skills like budget management, team leadership, or event coordination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlight your financial skills for a standout resume<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accuracy and precision are essential <strong>soft skills<\/strong> in finance, and a well-crafted resume reflects these qualities. To effectively showcase your technical skills, you need to put yourself in an employer\u2019s shoes and convey information that demonstrates the value you\u2019ll bring to the role if hired, regardless of your level of experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Analyses, models, and projects are all strong points you can use <strong>to convince recruiters<\/strong>. Be sure to highlight the specific actions you\u2019ve taken, the methods you\u2019ve used, and the corresponding data to build a compelling application that will open doors for you in the financial sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lire plus : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/en\/blog\/letudiant-2026-business-schools-ranking\">L&rsquo;\u00c9tudiant 2026 Business School Ranking: Who Made the Cut ?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover essential tips for highlighting your finance skills on your resume. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":843,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-506","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-finance"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/506","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=506"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/506\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/843"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=506"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=506"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.trainy.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=506"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}