Financial Planning Jobs in California
Financial planning jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in wealth management, corporate finance, retirement planning, and financial advisory services, with openings at every level from junior financial analyst through senior financial planner and director. The largest hiring metros are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where firms like Wells Fargo, Charles Schwab, and Fidelity Investments maintain deep California operations. The most in-demand specialties include retirement and estate planning, financial analysis, and fee-only financial advisory work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This individual contributor is primarily responsible for supporting financial planning, modeling, analysis, and forecasting, assisting in financial assessment, preparing financial and other reports, and researching financial trends.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Pursues self-development and effective relationships with others by sharing resources, information, and knowledge with coworkers and customers; listening, responding to, and seeking performance feedback; acknowledging strengths and weaknesses; assessing and responding to the needs of others; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.
- Completes work assignments by applying up-to-date knowledge in subject area to meet deadlines; following procedures and policies and applying data, and resources to support projects or initiatives; collaborating with others, often cross-functionally, to solve business problems; supporting the completion of priorities, deadlines, and expectations; communicating progress and information; identifying and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities when possible; and escalating issues or risks as appropriate.
- Supports the evaluation of the business environment by assisting with financial assessment (e.g., Situational, Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/Threats, Opportunity-Based Strategic Planning, system value chain analysis).
- Supports internal and external audits by assisting with preparation of audit schedules and review of audit results.
- Supports the creation of budgets and/or forecasts in accordance with business strategic initiatives by analyzing budgeting trends; conducting budget and forecasting; and providing information as requested to aid the development of department/regional budgets.
- Supports others in advising region/business unit leaders on strategic fiscal matters by assisting with preparation of regular and special reports for both financial and statistical matters in order to facilitate financial management throughout the organization; and assisting with organizing regular meetings with leadership to review financial results for their areas.
- Supports financial modeling by assisting with development of best-practice models; documenting risk alternatives; and assisting with the development of what-if scenarios and forecasts using in-house models or software.
- Supports assessment of the business vision, objectives, and strategic initiatives by conducting research to assess financial impact of strategies and initiatives.
- Supports costing activities by assisting with the identification of cost avoidance and cost recovery opportunities.
- Evaluates performance/operations/financial state by using templates (e.g., cash flow, RFA process, weekly unit case report) and computer applications; conducting financial analyses (e.g., operating cash flow analyses, pro forma P&L, line item walk forwards, volume building blocks, NPV, IRR, Discounted Cash Flow, statistical analyses, economic analyses); and completing variance analysis (e.g., volume, P&L line item, cost of goods, rate).
- Supports reporting of region/business unit financial information by preparing and evaluating financial trend information, data analysis reports, and forecasts of income and expense; recording assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses; and collecting data/inputs from region/business unit systems to support analyses (e.g., membership and utilization reports, volume reporting, day sales inventory, analysis spreadsheets, investment schedules).
- Supports field operations by assisting with analysis of their operational/financial performance.
- Supports Financial Statement Analysis of business partners (e.g., suppliers, customers, co-packers, acquisition targets) by using software systems (Internet, Bloomberg, and D&B), annual reports, and/or interviews; and determining the financial status (viability) of business partners.
- Supports improving financial performance by assisting with the identification of financial trends; running analyses and calling attention to operational issues that need to be addressed to improve performance.
- Supports strategic financial planning by performing financial, utilization, and benchmark analytics.
- Supports strategic financial planning by gathering recommendations for financial plans, acquisition activity, financial requirements, and operating forecasts; and assisting with development of financial concepts for financial planning and control.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (Core)
- Ambiguity/Uncertainty Management
- Attention to Detail
- Business Knowledge
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Cross-Group Collaboration
- Decision Making
- Dependability
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Support
- Drives Results
- Facilitation Skills
- Health Care Industry
- Influencing Others
- Integrity
- Learning Agility
- Organizational Savvy
- Problem Solving
- Short- and Long-term Learning & Recall
- Teamwork
- Topic-Specific Communication
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in finance, business, or related field OR Minimum three (3) years financial planning and/or data analysis experience, or directly related business experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two (2) years experience working with intermediate functions of spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel), including filtering data, creating pivot tables, and linking workbooks or spreadsheets.
- Two (2) years experience working with KP data sources or tools.
PrimaryLocation : California,San Francisco,San Francisco 4141 Geary Medical Offices
HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
WorkingHoursStart : 09:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 05:30 PM
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : NUE-NCAL-09|NUE|Non Union Employee
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Services
Department : Oakland Reg - 1950 Franklin - Medical Office Controllers - 0206
Travel : No
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.
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- Investment & Asset Management
- Education
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in financial planning jobs across California.
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation or active pursuit through the CFP Board
- Series 65 or Series 66 license for investment adviser representatives registered in California
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated experience in financial planning software such as eMoney or MoneyGuidePro
- Proven ability to build and maintain a client book in a fiduciary advisory capacity
- Strong knowledge of California community property law and its impact on estate and retirement planning
Financial Planning Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a financial planning in California?
The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics, then pursuing the CFP certification through the CFP Board, which requires completing an approved education program, passing the CFP exam, and accumulating qualifying work experience. California investment adviser representatives must also register through the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation and obtain a Series 65 or Series 66 license before providing fee-based advice to clients.
How much do financial plannings make in California?
Financial plannings in California earn a median of about $130,330 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,690 for the lowest 10% to over $393,860 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire financial plannings in California?
Employers hiring financial plannings in California right now include Delta Dental Ins., Kaiser Permanente, and Edelman Financial Engines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of high-net-worth individuals and large corporate headquarters means demand is especially strong at independent registered investment advisers, regional banks, and wealth management divisions of major financial institutions headquartered in the state.
Which California cities have the most financial planning jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose have the most financial planning openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco lead because of their dense concentration of high-net-worth clients, corporate headquarters, and regional offices of national wealth management firms, while San Diego supports a strong independent advisory market anchored by its large military and retiree population, which generates steady demand for retirement and estate planning specialists.
Are there remote financial planning jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many client-facing roles, since financial planning work increasingly moves to virtual meetings and cloud-based planning platforms. About 77% of financial planning openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely firms have adopted digital client servicing. Financial analysis, plan-building, and ongoing client review work are the functions most commonly performed fully remote.
How can I get hired as a financial planning in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a paraplanner or financial planning associate role, where you support senior advisers while building toward CFP eligibility. Large California-based firms like Charles Schwab and Fidelity Investments run structured associate adviser programs for new graduates. Candidates coming from banking, accounting, or tax preparation have a practical edge, and completing the CFP education coursework before your first role signals commitment that California hiring managers consistently reward.
Where can I find and apply to financial planning jobs in California?
You can find and apply to financial planning jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly through each listing.
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