Demand for finance expertise is only growing, with fierce competition for talent between employers. Whether you’re looking for a new opportunity or just want to know what your peers are earning, our 2023 guide to salaries and in-demand skills in finance will give you all the insights you need. Below, you can download your guide, with the latest salary data across different locations and areas of finance. Plus, you can see the most in-demand skills for your finance specialism. Download your guide here: IMPORTANT: By submitting your email address you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions. Your details will be processed in accordance with the Privacy Policy. Michael Page International terms and conditions apply. Please click here to view our Complaints Procedure.What are the most in-demand skills in the finance sector?To compete for the best roles in this fast-paced recruitment market, it is crucial to understand which skillsets are most in-demand and should feature prominently on your CV. Read on for a breakdown of the top skills employers are looking for across different specialisms. Key skills and experiences employers are looking for:Relationship building and stakeholder management capabilitiesCommunicating complex finance information to non-expertsTeam management and mentoring: Upskilling junior team membersKey technical skills employers want:IFRS and local/international GAAP knowledge and standard conversion capabilitiesFundraising/Debt-raising/IPO/SPAC knowledgeFinance change/transformation: Development of processes, controls, and systemsKPI Monitoring and dashboard buildingEmerging skills: The finance professional of the future UK SOX expertiseData manipulation (Excel or other BI Tools: Anaplan/Power BI/Tableau/Alteryx) Power BI/Tableau/Alteryx) What's next?To find out more about career progression in finance, contact Michael Page today. A good first step is to download our Job Applicant Toolkit which can offer some initial insight into how to get your ideal job in finance.