Financial Planner (Ames, IA and Bloomington, MN)

Mercer Advisors has been helping families amplify and simplify their financial lives for 40 years. The Financial Planner will support Wealth Management Teams by preparing comprehensive financial plans and collaborating with specialists in various financial domains. Responsibilities Prepare financial plans for prospective clients, as well as clients, including spending plans, investment analysis, retirement projections, Social Security analysis, education-funding analysis, stock options analysis, estate-planning analysis, tax planning, asset protection, and risk management needs analysis Work with the sales team and advisors to collect documents from clients to prepare the financial plan Use financial planning tools (ex: eMoney, Morningstar, SS Analyzer, Excel worksheets, CRM, portfolio analysis) to create financial plans for clients Partner with sales and wealth advisor teams to deliver an exceptional, seamless client experience focusing on accuracy and timeliness Collaborate with other groups within Family Wealth Services and Investments to develop client strategies that incorporate relevant and specific recommendations to each client Keep current on financial planning topics including, but not limited to, cash management, investments, wealth transfer strategies, complex retirement needs, Social Security, and tax planning Assist with creating and implementation of workflows and procedures to improve efficiency and enhance one team procedures and processes Skills Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (preferably Financial Planning, Business, Economics, Psychology, or Finance related) Has begun CFP® coursework At least 1 year of financial industry related experience preferred Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; experience with Salesforce and financial planning software (eMoney, SS Analyzer, CRM, portfolio analysis, tax planning) preferred Excellent verbal, written, analytical and organizational skills Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines in a team environment Candidate must have customer service orientation, be coachable, and be eager to learn Must be highly flexible and confidential with all matters Ability to travel up to 10% At least 1 year of financial industry related experience preferred Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; experience with Salesforce and financial planning software (eMoney, SS Analyzer, CRM, portfolio analysis, tax planning) preferred Benefits Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Supplemental Life & AD&D Short-Term Disability; Accident; Critical Illness; and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Three medical plans offerings including two High Deductible Health Plans and a Traditional Co-Pay medical plan. Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions on a per pay period basis if enrolled in either HDHP medical plan. Two comprehensive Dental Plans Vision Insurance Plan Dependent Care Savings Account for child and dependent care. 14 Company Paid Holidays with a full week off at Thanksgiving. Generous paid time off program for vacation and sick days Employee Assistance Plan Family Medical Leave Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks) Maternity benefits utilizing company paid STD, any supplemental STD, plus Parental Leave (6 weeks) to provide time for recovery, baby bonding, and enjoying your family time. Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program Company Paid Concierge Services for you and your loved ones for the spectrum of caring needs for your aging parents, young children, life’s challenges and more. 401(k) Retirement Plan with both Traditional and Roth plans with per pay period match Pet Insurance Company Overview Mercer Advisors is a full-service wealth management firm. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Mercer Advisors has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 1 in 2024. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.