Financial Planning Associate

Perigonwealth; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm in San Francisco seeks a Financial Planning Associate to support Lead Advisors in delivering personalized client experiences. This role involves gathering client data, preparing financial plans, and collaborating with professionals in tax and estate planning. Ideal for those looking to grow in financial planning while learning from a recognized team.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Matching

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in financial services or related field.
• Progress toward or completion of the CFP designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial plans and analyzing financial information.
• Support creation of financial plans by preparing various analysis reports.
• Conduct research on financial products and market trends.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Tools

eMoney

MoneyGuide

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Perigon Wealth Management, our Financial Planning Associates are key contributors to the delivery of high-quality, personalized client experiences. In this role, you’ll provide critical technical support to Lead Advisors—helping gather client data, build financial plans, run scenarios, and develop tailored strategies. While you may participate in client meetings, this is not an advice-giving role. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in financial planning while learning from a team consistently recognized for excellence—including our CEO, Arthur Ambarik, ranked #4 Best-in-State Wealth Advisor in California by Forbes, and our firm’s inclusion in USA Today’s list of the Top 500 RIAs, where we were ranked #14 nationwide.

Company Overview

Perigon Wealth Management is a rapidly growing independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) based in San Francisco, CA. Perigon was recently named as one of Newsweek’s Top Financial Advisory firms of 2025. We manage approximately $9 billion in client assets as a fee-based fiduciary. In addition to our headquarters in San Francisco, we have offices nationwide including Hawaii, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Delaware, Georgia and Florida with plans for significant near-term growth and expansion into new markets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in the preparation of financial plans, including gathering data, analyzing financial information, and updating client portfolios.
• Help manage client inquiries and ensure they are directed to the appropriate team members when necessary.
• Support the creation of financial plans by preparing various financial analysis reports
• Review and analyze client financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Generate investment performance reports and client portfolio updates.
• Conduct research on financial products, market trends, and other relevant financial planning topics.
• Assist in the preparation of client meeting materials and documents.
• Collaborate with tax and estate planning professionals.

Skills and Required Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Progress toward or completion of the CFP (Certified Financial Planner) designation is a plus, but not required.
• 0–3 years of experience in financial services or related field (internships or prior roles in wealth management, insurance, or accounting are advantageous).
• Familiarity with financial planning software (e.g., eMoney, MoneyGuide).
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
• A team-oriented attitude with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Enthusiasm for learning about financial planning and a commitment to professional growth.

Compensation

We value our colleagues and recognize the importance of maintaining a high-quality team to deliver the level of care and type of service experience our clients and advisors are accustomed to. To that end, we look for individuals that share our passion for service. Additionally, we are pleased to offer a competitive compensation package.

• Ability to earn an annual discretionary bonus
• Company Health, Vision, Life & Dental insurance
• Company matched 401k

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.