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Can AI do the work of a Financial analyst?
Today an AI can already classify, reconcile, and prep a first close. The final call, and what goes to the tax office, still has a name on it.
It is not a forecast of job losses either.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Financial analyst
51%
AI or a robot can already do 51% of this job.
#2 / 103
View rankingFinancial analyst
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Models and closeEstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 35% | 70% | +24.5 |
Variants and memosEstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 25% | 65% | +16.3 |
Assumption judgmentEstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 25% | 30% | +7.5 |
Committee and explanationEstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 20% | +3 |
| Total | 100% | 51% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- financial management
- microeconomics
- statistics
- economics
- business processes
- macroeconomics
- accounting
- perform business research
- interpret financial statements
- advise on financial matters
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-2051.00· ESCO/ISCO 2413
IS WORK OVER?
Auto mechanic
25%
#81 / 103
View rankingAuto mechanic
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Estimate costs of vehicle repair.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Maintain cleanliness of work area.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 46% | 28% | +12.9 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- automotive diagnostic equipment
- car controls
- emission standards
- vehicle electrical systems
- types of vehicles
- principles of mechanical engineering
- hybrid vehicle architecture
- teamwork principles
- components of air conditioning systems
- mechanics
Sources for this job· O*NET 49-3023.00· ESCO/ISCO 7231