Financial Advisor

Berger Financial Group; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible Working Options

12 Paid Holidays & 15 Days of PTO to s

Company Paid STD, LTD & Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts & Flex Spendin

Continuing Education Funding

Job summary

Berger Financial Group, headquartered in Plymouth, MN, seeks a Financial Advisor to serve clients with investment management, financial planning, cash flow management, and related services. The role emphasizes building personal relationships and guiding clients toward their financial goals.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and experience in financial planning and business development. This position offers flexibility across multiple U.S. locations, including Springfield, IL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning or advisory roles.
• Strong financial analysis skills and ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Client-focused, confident and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships with a personalized experience.
• Conduct financial research and analysis to develop comprehensive plans.
• Review client goals and data to create tailored strategies.
• Present recommendations across investments, cash flow, tax planning, and estate planning.
• Develop and implement investment recommendations aligned with goals and risk tolerance.
• Monitor plans and investments with regular updates and reports.
• Respond to client questions and adjust strategies as needs evolve.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Relationship building

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

The Financial Advisor will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expertise in investment management, financial planning, cash flow management, and more. The ideal candidate will clear communication skills, and experience in financial planning and business development. The primary objective is to build personal relationships with existing clients and guide them in achieving their financial goals. While a previous client base is not required, it can be a factor in compensation.

Why work here?

• Competitive pay
• Flexible Working Options
• 12 Paid Holidays & 15 Days of PTO to start
• Company Paid STD, LTD & Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts & Flex Spending Accounts
• Continuing Education Funding

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships through a positive and personalized experience.
• Conduct financial research and analysis to develop comprehensive financial plans.
• Review client goals, financial data, and preferences to create tailored strategies.
• Present and explain recommendations across investments, cash flow, tax planning, insurance, estate planning, and other planning areas.
• Develop and implement investment recommendations aligned with client goals and risk tolerance.
• Monitor client plans and investments, providing regular updates and comprehensive reports.
• Respond to client questions and adjust financial strategies as needs and circumstances evolve.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning or a related advisory role.
• Strong financial analysis skills and the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Confident, personable, and client-focused.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Headquartered in Plymouth, MN, BFG has expanded to 10 other locations throughout the U.S. including, 4 more in Minnesota, 2 in Arizona, 1 in Vermont, 1 in Maine and 2 in Illinois. Berger Financial Group remains the premier firm in this industry. Initially founded as a tax practice in 1981, BFG has broadened its services to include:

Financial & Retirement Planning

We value individuals who can adapt to change, work both independently and as part of a team, and are dedicated to building a long-term career with us. Join us, and together, we'll navigate the financial industry's future while fostering your professional growth. At Berger Financial Group your journey begins, and the opportunities are abundant.

The pay range for this role is:

75,000 - 250,000 USD per year (Plymouth, MN - HQ)

75,000 - 250,000 USD per year (Springfield, IL)

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