Analyst, Municipal Finance
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Job Location:
Harrisburg, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ABOUT US PFM was founded in 1975 to provide governments and public agencies with independent advice fromprofessionals who understand their distinct financial needs and challenges. Today our municipal advisorsand consultants tackle the complex challenges faced by public sector leaders delivering in-depth analysisand insightful perspectives to enhance operational efficiencies and support alignment with financial andfiscal goals. We bring our expertise to bear across a broad array of traditional and specialized sectors andservices in every region of the country enabling clients to focus their resources on impactful change.
ANALYSTS: PFMS FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS
Our Analysts are a critical part of the project teams that serve our broad base of clients. Each role provides a solid foundation for a meaningful and growth-oriented career within the firm; many of our project managers and Managing Directors started their PFM careers as an Analyst.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Learn about the municipal finance industry and understand how macroeconomic events impact bond pricing.
- Learn to use Excel and DBC Finance software at a high level to analyze financial information and produce financing options for a broad range of municipal bond structures.
- Manage debt portfolios and identify refinancing opportunities for existing financial advisory clients and key prospects including primarily local governments state governments and public agencies.
- Analyze and produce detailed cash flows for client plans of finance and borrowing programs using sophisticated debt structuring alternatives & financing techniques.
- Assist with creating rating agency scorecards for various industry sectors based on rating methodologies from the major credit rating agencies.
- Prepare presentations for use in rating agency communication client communication and marketing with a focus on quantitative elements supporting such work products.
- Create and deliverpresentations reports and summaries that outline financial scenarios and recommendations to clients.
- Contribute to the review of financial and legal documents for all transactions and projects to which you are assigned.
- Assist project managers with assembling responses to Request for Proposals/Qualifications (RFPs/RFQs) for current and potential new clients.
- Complete assignments in a timely manner and communicate assignment progress with internal staff on a regular basis.
- Gain direct and meaningful exposure to a broad variety of clients and transactions across all the entities that PFM serves.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
- Compelling interest in building a career in public finance (ideally evidenced by related coursework internships or other transferable experience)
- Willingness to submit to a quantitative aptitude assessment and background check
CERTIFICATION
- Passage of Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) exam for Series 50 certification within six months of training inception.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PFM offers one of the most comprehensive training programs in the financial 10-12 weeks of intense training Analysts learn the financial analytical and modeling skills needed to thrive in their roles. Your career with PFM can grow based on your unique strengths interests and the firms ongoing needs. No matter the path you choose youll receive an exceptional foundation of training a collaborative and challenging work culture and meaningful work that generates tangible benefits to the communities that PFM serves.
COMPENSATION In addition to paid training Analysts are eligible to receive robust total rewards including generous flexible paid time off tuition reimbursement student loan repayment performance-based bonuses 401k retirement plan with employer match and annual profit-sharing opportunity medical/dental/vision insurance health and wellness benefits and disability and life insurance. PFM not only supports work/life balance but also a challenging diverse and collaborative workplace a formal mentorship program volunteer opportunities and much more.
The anticipated base pay for this role is $69500 annually. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills experience qualifications and geographic location.
If you are ready to experience the challenge satisfaction and reward of an opportunity with PFM please apply here or refer a qualified candidate.
PFM is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
PFM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. PFM maintains a drug-free workplace. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability at any time during the application or hiring process contact or call . Please note this contact information is for accommodation requests only and should not be used for application status updates or other inquiries.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Cognos
- Forecasting
- Hyperion
- Microsoft Access
- Pivot tables
- Accounting
- Analysis Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Budgeting
- Financial Planning
