1692 Keller Parkway, Keller, TX 76248
Office: 817-993-0401 / Fax: 817-993-0002
www.keenerfinancial.com
Job Description
Financial Planning Associate
Overview & Responsibilities
The Financial Planning Associate works in a supporting role to prepare financial plans and provide
service to clients.
Responsibilities
• Prepare and update financial plans using Microsoft Office and financial planning software
• Perform in-depth tax and distribution planning for retirement age clients.
• Create and maintain high credibility relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Follow up with clients to validate data received and clarify objectives.
• Participate in client meetings and document meeting discussions.
• Collaborate with other members of the planning team on strategies.
• Document assumptions and calculations.
• Ensure data request fulfilled and/or discuss with planner to determine if there is an
exception.
• Meet deadlines for the lead advisor to review the plan.
• Special projects as needed to enhance financial planning delivery and consistency.
• Maintain client confidentiality in line with company’s compliance procedures.
• Cross-train with the operations team on scheduling, document management, and assisting
with client calls.
• Perform other job-related duties or special projects as assigned.
Skills & Attitudes
• Successful completion of Certified Financial Planner™ educational requirements and/or
hold the Financial Paraplanner Qualified Professional (FPQP) designation.
• Clean regulatory record with no disclosures.
• May be registered as an Investment Advisor Representative of Keener Financial Planning,
LLC, Registered Investment Advisor if servicing retainer clients or providing investment
advice directly to clients.
• Friendly, confident, sincere approach to interpersonal relationships with high emotional
intelligence.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, email, accounting software, scanning
software, and other financial planning software
• Accuracy, reasonable speed, and attention to detail for record keeping and working with
client data.
• Highest level of ethical responsibility and respect for client privacy.
Plan to Live Well
1692 Keller Parkway, Keller, TX 76248
Office: 817-993-0401 / Fax: 817-993-0002
www.keenerfinancial.com
• Desire and willingness to take on additional responsibilities for both personal development
and firm growth.
• Availability for limited Saturday appointment times to accommodate client schedules.
• Desire and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to core values of best interest of the client, respect, competence,
professionalism, accessibility, and work-life balance.
About Keener Financial Planning
Keener Financial Planning is a fee-only financial planning and SEC-registered investment advisory
firm with a primary office in Keller, TX and a satellite office in Dallas. As members of the Garrett
Planning Network and NAPFA, our mission is to provide objective, expert financial advice tailored
to each client’s unique situation. With accessibility as one of our core values, services range from a
la carte financial advice on an hourly or flat-fee basis to comprehensive financial planning and
investment management.
We have a fun, supportive work environment. And yet, it’s not easy. We work really hard to
deliver an extremely high quality, consistent financial planning experience for each client. We
served about 370 client households last year with a team of 8 people, so we have multiple
deadlines and deliverables every single week.
We are a growing firm. We will continue providing highly personalized service while scaling our
business model with efficient processes, smart use of technology, and extraordinary people.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without
regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other
status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Financial Planning Associate Position Details
The ideal candidate will thrive in a supporting role to prepare high quality financial plans and
provide service to clients. Keener Financial Planning offers a career path based on your goals and
the needs of our company to grow as a supporting advisor and/or take on lead advisor
responsibilities.
Competitive salary based on skills and experience plus quarterly bonus potential. Company paid
health, dental, vision, life insurance, and holidays. 100% 401(k) match up to 6% of pay. After 90
days, employees are also eligible for paid vacation time.
The Financial Planning Associate will work at our primary office located in Keller, TX.
How to Apply
Send your resume and cover letter to Director of Operations, Kelli Hinton –
kelli@keenerfinancial.com
Desired start date: April/May 2021
Date of posting: February 2021
