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  1. Occupations
  2. Financial Examiners

Financial Examiners

Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify, or authenticate records.

SOC: 13-2061.00

Common Job Titles

  • Bank Examiner
  • Bank Secrecy Act Anti-Money Laundering Officer (BSA/AML Officer)
  • Credit Union Examiner
  • Examining Officer

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Financial Examiners (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

62,830

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $53,420. 25th percentile: U.S. $66,800. 50th percentile: U.S. $90,400. 75th percentile: U.S. $127,210. 90th percentile: U.S. $171,540. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$53,420
10% of workers earn the following or more$171,540
Workers on average earn$103,650

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • English Language4.3/5
  • Economics and Accounting4.1/5
  • Law and Government3.2/5
  • Mathematics3.1/5
  • Administration and Management3.0/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software
  • Structured query language SQL

Technology Skills

  • ACL Analytics
  • Auditing software
  • Financial compliance software
  • Financial transaction analysis software
  • General Examination System GENESYS
  • Investigation management software
  • LexisNexis
  • NILS INSource
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • 10-key calculators
  • Desktop computers
  • Notebook computers
  • Personal computers

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Accountants and Auditors 13-2011.00
  • Compliance Managers 11-9199.02
  • Credit Analysts 13-2041.00
  • Treasurers and Controllers 11-3031.01
  • Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts 13-2099.04

Moderately Similar

  • Financial Risk Specialists 13-2054.00
  • Financial Managers 11-3031.00
  • Financial and Investment Analysts 13-2051.00
  • Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks 43-4041.00
  • Loan Officers 13-2072.00

Related

  • Management Analysts 13-1111.00
  • Budget Analysts 13-2031.00
  • Investment Fund Managers 11-3031.03
  • Chief Executives 11-1011.00
  • Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents 13-2081.00
  • Personal Financial Advisors 13-2052.00
  • Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists 13-1141.00
  • Security Managers 11-3013.01
  • Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks 43-3031.00
  • Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs 43-4061.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateBookkeepingIssuer: Florence-Darlington Technical College
  • Master's DegreeMaster of AccountancyIssuer: Troy University
  • Bachelor's DegreeAccounting Major (BSBA)Issuer: Troy University
  • Associate's DegreeAccounting / Business AdministrationIssuer: Paris Junior College
  • Bachelor's DegreeBachelor of Business Administration, Major in AccountingIssuer: Sam Houston State University
  • Bachelor's DegreeAccounting (BSBA)Issuer: University of Alabama in Huntsville
  • Master's DegreeMaster of AccountingIssuer: University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • Bachelor's DegreeAccounting, BSIssuer: University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • CertificateCertificate in AccountingIssuer: University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • Bachelor's DegreeAccountingIssuer: Jacksonville State University