We are seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, and experienced Director of Financial Planning to join our team, reporting to Will Beamer.  The ideal candidate will have over eight years of financial planning and management experience in the wealth management industry and will work closely with our advisors in a team-based setting.  The Director of Financial Planning is expected to make a direct impact to the business and Firm’s growth initiative by providing thought leadership within the Firm, overseeing the planning department and process of delivering customized personal financial solutions for new and existing clients, and driving business development through community and industry involvement.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this position is expected to work from home full-time for an undetermined period of time, with a required return to the office when the Firm has deemed it safe to do so.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the Planning Department to further the Firm’s long-term strategic goals and progress toward key planning and client experience initiatives.
• Own and drive the financial planning process which includes designing, analyzing, and presenting customized plans tailored to each client’s facts and circumstances.
• Manage a team of Financial Planners and Paraplanners; mentor, train, monitor and manage the financial planning workload and communicate with the entire advisory team. Provide feedback for improvements and efficiencies to the planning deliverable and advance professional development of team members. Provide second level support for difficult or complex plans.
• Coach and counsel advisors and planners on financial planning strategies via formal training and on a case-by-case basis to serve client needs.
• Identify issues and planning opportunities for review and discussion with clients and clients’ advisors.  Areas of emphasis to include financial goals analysis, estate planning, education planning, charitable giving, tax issues, insurance planning needs, Social Security, and executive compensation.
• Deliver plans to clients and their advisors in a clear and understandable manner.   Responsibilities will include meeting preparation, financial plan construction, direct client contact, meeting follow-up and client service.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, staying current on planning issues, communicating updates to staff, and contributing content to the Firm’s website and third-party publications.
• Drive business development through community exposure and professional networks.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^TM (CFP®) designation required.
• Over eight years of financial planning experience and five years of management experience in overseeing a team of professionals.
• Bachelor’s degree (MBA strongly preferred).
• Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Solid understanding of personal tax issues. CPA a plus.
• Proficiency with financial planning, Social Security analysis, and tax projection software; MoneyGuide Pro, eMoney, Tamarac Reporting, and BNA Income Tax Planner / CFS Tax Tools expertise a plus.
• History of community involvement and a broad professional network.
• Professional, personable, tactful, efficient, and self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sense of teamwork valued.
• Strong organizational skills, multitasking, accuracy, service-minded, and meticulous adherence to details required.
• Entrepreneurial-minded approach to business; small/midsize company experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

This position is exempt and is paid according to the laws of the State of California.

Dowling & Yahnke offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package and profit sharing plan.  The chosen candidate will be required to successfully complete a full background/credit check at the offer stage.

Dowling & Yahnke, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer.  No relocation assistance is offered for this position; candidates not residing in San Diego County, CA will be responsible for relocation at their own expense.  Eligible candidates will be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States without support; sponsorship is not available.

Interested candidates should apply here.

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, and experienced Paraplanner to join our team, reporting to the Director of Financial Planning.  The Paraplanner will work closely with our Financial Planners and Advisors in a team-based setting and will be a critical element of our Firm’s growth initiative.  The Paraplanner is expected to make a direct impact to the business by supporting Advisors and Financial Planners in developing customized personal financial solutions for new and existing clients. The Paraplanner role provides a career path to develop into a future Financial Planner at Dowling & Yahnke.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this position is expected to work from home full-time for an undetermined period of time, with a required return to the office when the Firm has deemed it safe to do so.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Input data into financial planning software, including constructing and updating financial planning analyses, and identifying issues and opportunities for discussion with Financial Planners and Advisors.
  • Areas of emphasis include financial goals and retirement needs analysis, Social Security and Medicare planning, education planning, tax projections, charitable planning, insurance planning needs, executive compensation and stock option analysis, estate planning, and cash flow analysis.
• Research ad-hoc financial planning questions.
• Meeting preparation and follow-up client services including working directly with team members and clients to gather all required data, prepare analyses, and follow up on delivery of analyses to clients.
• Compile, enter, and monitor CRM workflows related to client financial planning requests.
• Communicate and work collaboratively with Financial Planners and Advisors throughout the planning process to ensure that financial planning analyses are completed accurately and promptly.
• Become a subject matter expert, staying current on planning issues, communicating updates to staff, and contributing content to the Firm’s website.
• Assist with development and presentation of training programs for internal staff.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^TM (CFP^®) designation, or currently working toward completion, required.
• One to three years of paraplanner and/or financial planning experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration or related field required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and client relationship management (CRM) software (Salesforce preferred).
• Proficiency with financial planning, Social Security analysis, and tax projection software; MoneyGuide Pro, eMoney and BNA Income Tax Planner / CFS Tax Tools expertise a plus.
• Solid understanding of personal financial planning and income tax issues.
• Professional, personable, tactful, efficient, and self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sense of teamwork valued.
• Strong organizational skills, multitasking, accuracy, service-minded, and meticulous adherence to details required.
• Entrepreneurial-minded approach to business; small/midsize company experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

This position is non-exempt and is paid according to the laws of the State of California.

Dowling & Yahnke offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package and profit sharing plan.  The chosen candidate will be required to successfully complete a full background/credit check at the offer stage.

Dowling & Yahnke, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer.  No relocation assistance is offered for this position; candidates not residing in San Diego County, CA will be responsible for relocation at their own expense.  Eligible candidates will be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States without support; sponsorship is not available.

Interested candidates should apply here. 

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, and experienced Executive Assistant to join our team, supporting Anna Diaz, Principal and Matt Adams, Lead Advisor.  The ideal candidate will be friendly, personable, and professional. The Executive Assistant is expected to make a direct and critical impact to the business by providing professional support. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this position is expected to work from home full-time for an undetermined period of time, with a required return to the office when the Firm has deemed it safe to do so.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Primarily supports two Lead Advisors, including scheduling, confirming appointments, maintaining calendars and contacts; coordinating projects and meetings or conference logistics, personal assistance activities; provides limited support to other partners.
• Extensive contact and coordination with clients and prospects.
• Event planning, including meetings and employee seasonal event support.
• Facilitate phone and e-mail communications; route client work to appropriate personnel; follow up on outstanding client actions; manage future needed items for clients.
• Prepare and handle highly confidential and privileged documents and reports such as: letters, expense reports, meeting agendas and notes, account statements, check requests, and other documents; scan, copy, fax, e-mail, file.
• Coordinate and handle travel arrangements and itineraries.
• Backup for front desk and other administrative staff, regular project work, and additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Five+ years equivalent work-related experience, providing executive administrative support to top management.
• Financial services experience highly preferred.
• High school diploma required; college degree highly preferred.
• Highly proficient with MS-Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and computer literate. Technologically savvy and curious.
• Exceptional phone, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Superior English language skills, including grammar, spelling, reading, writing and speaking. Business writing experience is essential.
• Professional, personable, tactful, efficient, and self-motivated.
• Efficient and thoughtful communicator; possesses the ability to proactively anticipate needs and opportunities, takes action when appropriate.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sense of teamwork valued. Enjoys working with people and building relationships with coworkers, clients, prospective clients, and other key contacts.
• Strong organizational skills, multitasking, accuracy, service-minded, and meticulous adherence to details required. Thrives in a dynamic, fast-moving environment with multiple priorities and tasks.
• Entrepreneurial-minded approach to business; small/midsize company experience preferred.
• Appreciates the value of discretion; experience working with confidential and highly sensitive information.

This position is exempt and is paid according to the laws of the State of California.

Dowling & Yahnke offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package and profit-sharing plan.  The chosen candidate will be required to successfully complete a full background/credit check at the offer stage.

Dowling & Yahnke, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer.  No relocation assistance is offered for this position; candidates not residing in San Diego County, CA will be responsible for relocation at their own expense.  Eligible candidates will be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States without support; sponsorship is not available.

Interested candidates should apply here.