Entry Level Financial Advisor

American Accounting Association; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Year Up United seeks an Entry Level Financial Advisor to join our Financial Planning and Advisory team within the Banking, Insurance & Investment space. In this role, you'll support client financial assessments, create basic financial plans, assist with budgeting, savings, and investment education, and help prepare presentations and reports.

You will collaborate with senior advisors, use data to inform recommendations, and contribute to inclusive, mission-driven services that empower diverse

Qualifications

• Entry-level role requiring foundational financial knowledge.
• Ability to gather financial data and prepare basic plans.
• Strong communication and ethics in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct introductory financial assessments with program participants.
• Gather and analyze basic client financial information.
• Develop and update simple financial plans under supervision.
• Educate clients on budgeting and investing concepts.
• Document client interactions and maintain records in CRM or tracking systems.
• Collaborate with Program Managers to align financial coaching with program goals.
• Adhere to compliance and confidentiality standards in banking, insurance, and investment contexts.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Intro investing

Customer service

CRM usage

Excel

Communication

Time management

Regulatory compliance

Presentation

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Entry Level Financial Advisor

Employer Year Up United

Location Newark, New Jersey

Salary Competitive

Closing date Sep 24, 2026

Focus Area Budgeting & Resource Allocation, Credit Control, Regulatory Compliance & Policy

Role Type Advisor, Staff / Associate

Role Level Entry

Certifications CISA – Certified Information System Auditor

Work Mode Hybrid

Employment Type Full Time

Organization Type Corporate

Job Details

Year Up United seeks an Entry Level Financial Advisor to join our Financial Planning and Advisory team within the Banking, Insurance & Investment space. In this role, you'll support client financial assessments, create basic financial plans, assist with budgeting, savings, and investment education, and help prepare presentations and reports. You will collaborate with senior advisors, use data to inform recommendations, and contribute to inclusive, mission-driven services that empower diverse young adults toward economic mobility and long-term financial well-being.

Responsibilities

• Conduct introductory financial assessments with program participants and early-career clients
• Gather and analyze basic client financial information (income, expenses, debt, savings)
• Develop and update simple financial plans under the supervision of senior advisors
• Educate clients on budgeting, saving, credit management, and introductory investing concepts
• Support and co-facilitate financial literacy workshops and group presentations
• Provide one-on-one financial coaching sessions with clear, accessible guidance
• Document client interactions and maintain accurate records in CRM or tracking systems
• Collaborate with Program Managers and educators to align financial coaching with program goals
• Assist in evaluating and improving financial education materials and tools
• Adhere to all compliance, ethical, and confidentiality standards in banking, insurance, and investment contexts

Required Skills

• Basic financial analysis
• Budgeting and personal finance
• Introductory investment concepts
• Customer service
• Client interviewing and fact-finding
• Data entry and CRM usage
• Financial literacy education
• Presentation and facilitation
• Microsoft Excel and financial spreadsheets
• Written and verbal communication
• Time management and organization
• Regulatory and compliance awareness in financial services

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