Financial Planning Consultant

4 weeks ago


Topeka, United States Avantax Planning Partners Full time

Position Summary

Avantax Planning Partners is seeking a

Financial Planning Consultant

that will service a book of business provided by Avantax Planning Partners (APP). The Financial Planning Consultant will be responsible for growing this book over time through leads and referrals from CPAs affiliated with Avantax Planning Partners. The Financial Planning Consultant will also partner with a Financial Service Assistant (FSA) who will offer operational support, allowing the Financial Planning Consultant to focus on the financial needs of clients. The goal is to procure business for Avantax Planning Partners, by identifying prospects and partnering with our Planning Team to deliver a clear pathway for clients to achieve financial independence. The Financial Planning Consultant has a wide array of solutions to offer clients, a few would include:

Various Tax-Smart Strategies Financial Planning Retirement Planning Insurance Options

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Build and maintain deep relationships and rapport with affiliate CPA firms. Partner and influence affiliate CPAs to provide client leads for Investment Management, Life Insurance, Long-term Care Insurance, and other insurance as needed, and in Broker/Dealer business, including Retirement Plans, Annuities, etc. Partner with Client Development Specialists who create plans for the CPAs to identify leads, and opportunities for existing clients and prospective clients. Develop Investment Policy Statements with CPAs and clients, and determine client needs and appropriate solutions. Coordinate paperwork with the support of the Financial Service Assistant to open new accounts. Meet with clients and CPAs as needed to present proposed solutions, complete paperwork, and follow through on processes. Provide reports to clients, CPAs, and Avantax Planning Partners in a timely and accurate manner. Develop profitable new business relationships through client reviews, with a focus on gathering assets under management and selling appropriate insurance products. Initiate proactive calls daily, to prospects, and existing clients to initiate new business development and grow assets under management. Provide analysis to company CPAs on investment, insurance, and annuity products as needed. Provide effective communication of financial concepts to clients and make recommendations. Maintain knowledge of industry developments and changes. Conduct workshops for clients as prospecting and servicing tools. Work toward continuous quality improvement. Stay current with changing technology, including software and financial programs. Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures.

Education & Experience

To perform this job successfully, the Financial Consultant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, and ability required.

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university. Minimum of two years of related experience and/or training. Experience with MS Excel and Word, and the internet, required. Experience with a financial planning software program(s) preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Required: FINRA Series 7/66, or 63/65 combo. Preferred: CFP certification. Preferred: Insurance licenses, including Life, Health, and Long-term Care in some states. Completion of ongoing Continuing Education credits is required. A valid Driver’s License is required.

Physical Demand & Work Effort

Keying/typing, standing, walking. Sitting for an extended period. Constant mental and/or visual attention; the work is either repetitive or diversified requiring constant alertness in an office environment. The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during the normal performance of the job. Compliance with company attendance standards.

Comprehensive Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, and an outstanding benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k) with company match.

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