Public Finance Operations Analyst

Job Description Summary

Under immediate supervision, performs routine work of the department using specialized knowledge and skills obtained through education, experience and/or specialized training to perform advanced administrative duties, assisting with preparation of Official Statements and other transaction documents, transaction processing and related assignments in support of Senior Investment Bankers and clients in an assigned industry. Will gain experience in a broad array of municipal finance sectors, including General State and Local Government Finance. Responsible for monitoring and ordering office supplies, processing and coordinating required internal approvals with appropriate business liaisons, assisting with expense reporting and travel arrangements for Senior Investment Bankers, , obtaining bond ratings and/or bond insurance, assisting in the preparation of the Official Statement and other documents related to the offering, , review of clients continuing disclosure compliance, facilitating transaction closings with DTC and preparing closed deal files. Supports the bond issuance process by working with the deal team to generate transaction specific documentation while acting as an intermediary with internal compliance to process required transaction approvals. May be responsible for complete project or specific aspects of it, depending on the complexity and the level of involvement. As candidates gain experience, they are expected to increase their capacity to process a larger portion of a given transaction. Guidance is provided to perform varied work that is difficult in nature requiring evaluation, accuracy, originality and ingenuity to make moderately complex decisions.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedules, reports, and tracks information for assigned regional area.

• Collects data for preparation of various reports, budgets, and variance analysis.

• Utilizes firm software to assist with expense reporting and travel booking.

• Monitors and reorders office supplies as needed.

• Maintains daily office operations and performs general administrative duties

• Works with deal team members to produce documentation for transactions.

• Coordinates with internal compliance and legal departments to process transactions and obtain necessary approvals.

• Facilitates bond closing calls with DTC and prepares closed deal files.

• Limited interaction with clients.

• Assists in the reviewing of bond documents and other documents related to the closing bond transaction.

• Coordinates the printing and delivery of bond documents.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Basic office practices, procedures, and methods.

• Fundamental investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industry.

• Fixed Income procedures, regulatory requirements, transactions and client relationships.

• Financial Markets and Products.

• Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Skill in

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills sufficient to recognize and detect errors and offer resolution.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing to all level of associates and clients.

• Organizational and time management skills sufficient to prioritize workload, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

• Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications to produce documents such as reports, graphics, electronic communication, spreadsheets, and databases.

Ability to

• Analyze municipal issuer financial statements and outstanding debt.

• Develop the document preparation related to the public issuance of municipal bonds.

• Multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Efficiently manage time and resources in order to overcome quantitative and analytical challenges as they arise.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.

• Work under stress created by time deadlines and work volume fluctuations.

• Communicate both orally and in writing, with all levels of the organization and external clients.

• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

Education/Previous Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in related field and minimum of one to three (1-3) years’ work experience in an office environment, preferably in the financial services industry.

• OR ~

• An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training.

Licenses/Certifications

• SIE required provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied.

• FINRA Series 7 and Series 63 or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

• Series 52 after twelve (12) months of hire.

Travel Required:  Yes, 5 % of the Time

Education

Bachelor’s: Accounting (Required), Bachelor’s: Economics (Required), Bachelor’s: Finance (Required)

Work Experience

General Experience - 3 to 6 years

Certifications

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Resident

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. 
We expect our associates at all levels to:
•  Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
•  Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
•  Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
•  Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
•  Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. 

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