FINANCIAL PLANNING ASSOCIATE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: Apr 2, 2025 - The Financial Planning Associate brings strong client service experience, professionalism, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role requires proficiency in Excel, Salesforce, and financial planning tools such as MoneyGuidePro, along with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. The associate must manage multiple tasks independently, meet tight deadlines, and adapt well in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Financial Planning Associate Resume
  • Financial Plan Creation
  • Tax Analysis
  • Investment Research
  • Data Entry
  • CRM Software Use
  • Report Preparation
  • Compliance Management
  • Insurance Analysis
  • Document Analysis
  • Meeting Preparation
  • Client Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Relationship Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Deadline Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Client Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Meeting Support
  • Process Improvement

Summary of Financial Planning Associate Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BA in Business Administration with 2 years of Experience

  • Experience in the financial services industry
  • Have knowledge of the financial services industry and products
  • Strong sense of ownership and ability to work quickly and accurately on multiple projects
  • Effective communication with other advisors/staff and clients
  • Effective and efficient time management
  • Excellent verbal, written, analytical, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and financial planning software such as Naviplan or MoneyGuide Pro
  • Ability to adhere to rules and regulations as stated and required by the advisor, Ameriprise Financial
  • Ability to support and provide guidance for compliance within the advisor’s practice
  • Have a positive attitude and a sincere willingness to constantly learn and grow

2. BA in Financial Services with 3 years of Experience

  • Solid and reliable mathematical skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Experience using eMoney financial planning software (or similar)
  • Experience in the insurance, investment, or financial services industry
  • Able to carry out tasks with little or no supervision
  • Basic understanding of the securities industry in general and various securities products
  • General understanding of financial planning products and techniques
  • Strong knowledge of department and Firm policies/procedures and industry regulations related to the financial planning business
  • Able to converse with and professionally converse with Financial Advisors and other personnel concerning financial planning subjects
  • Strong communication skills and able to work with a big team

3. BA in Financial Planning with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience to broad exposure to financial planning
  • Experience within a financial services firm, a University program, and/or a financial planning environment
  • Essential understanding of personal financial planning, including tax and estate planning strategies
  • Understanding of insurance and annuity products
  • Prior experience with eMoney, MoneyGuide, or RightCapital
  • Experience with CRM applications such as Salesforce and/or Redtail
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Financial Planning software
  • Advanced knowledge of business, operations, and the regulatory environment

4. BA in Accounting with 5 years of Experience

  • Ability to work with a close-knit team
  • Extremely high attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Previous experience in personal lending, investments, and general banking
  • Computer proficiency in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer
  • Experience in using CASPER, Sales Platform, Royal Bank Investment System, and Morningstar Advisor workstation
  • Flexibility work extended hours and/or meet with the Financial Planners at their location
  • Ability to translate analytical findings into actionable solutions and processes and communicate
  • Experience in finance performing financial analysis, budgeting, financial reporting, financial data analysis, financial modeling, valuation, etc.

5. BA in Actuarial Science with 4 years of Experience

  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Experience with tax, CFP and/or CPA 
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Experience in providing personal financial and/or tax planning services or related financial background and education
  • Extensive knowledge of traditional investment vehicles (e.g., stocks, bonds, mutual funds)
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively and independently, provide assistance, and build relationships
  • Completion of the Wealth Management Essentials (WME) course through the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI), Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and Conduct and Practices Handbook (CPH) course
  • Specialized expertise in performing diverse tasks that are highly complex, involving multiple steps, systems, and jurisdictions
  • Ability to prepare income tax, cash flow, and education cost projections, retirement income needs analyses, net worth statements, estate distribution plans, and risk management (i.e., insurance) reviews

6. BA in Risk Management with 5 years of Experience

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to focus on details
  • Organized, flexible, efficient, reliable, and eager to learn
  • Experience in financial services and familiarity with financial planning software (eMoney, HidderLevers, Redtail)
  • Completing the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Professional Education Program
  • Experience in financial planning/para-planning
  • Highly proficient in MS Office, experience with eMoney and Tamarac/AdvisorView/other CRM
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Able to be a proactive contributor 
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on projects effectively

7. BA in Business Economics with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience in client service
  • Extensive experience in Excel and CRM software, e.g., Salesforce
  • Exposure to MoneyGuidePro or similar planning software
  • Professional and service-oriented demeanor
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with an attention to detail
  • Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks within a stated deadline
  • Ability to take direction and complete assignments with little supervision
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing work environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, familiarity with small-business technology, and initiative
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