Senior Managing Consultant, Public Finance (Public Power)

PFM seeks a Senior Managing Consultant to support our Public Power & Utilities financial advisory practice in Arlington, VA. This position can accommodate a remote or hybrid work arrangement for the right candidate; travel to client sites will be required.

The Senior Managing Consultant will lead municipal bond transactions, non-transactional client projects, and marketing / RFP support. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Public Power and municipal utilities sector, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive transaction execution, and client relationships in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead structuring and execution of bond transactions and other financial projects, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and meet client expectations.
• Manage financing teams and oversee timely performance by all professionals
• Develop and analyze financing options and strategic recommendations that meet our clients’ capital financing needs
• Manage preparation of client deliverables
• Present financial analysis, recommendations, reports and other materials to clients at meetings
• Research and understand industry trends, regulations, and the competitive environment within the sector to inform strategic recommendations
• Build and maintain relationships with client, prospective client, and industry contacts
• Manage, mentor, and train financial analysts
• Collaborate across multiple internal & external teams to support the long-term growth of the business practice
• Work seamlessly with team members who travel frequently, have varying levels of in-office presence and may be based in offices around the country.
• Ensure all financing transactions comply with relevant regulations, policies, and industry best practices

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
• At least three (3) years of related work experience in public finance, investment banking, or related advisory roles (public power or municipal utilities sector preferred)
• Experience completing financial transactions start to finish including complex financial modeling and quantitative analysis
• MSRB Series 50 certification or ability to obtain certification within forty-five (45) days of hire
• Authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer without visa sponsorship now or in the future

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of municipal utility financing tools
• Familiarity with public power and municipal utility business model
• Experience conducting and summarizing complex financial modeling and analysis, with ability to distill complex information into clear and actionable insights
• Superior quantitative, problem solving and analytical skills
• Detail oriented, with strong organization skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with varied audiences
• Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and DBC Finance®

COMPENSATION | The Senior Managing Consultant is eligible to receive robust total rewards including generous flexible paid time off, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, relocation assistance, 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 salary for this role is between $100,000 - $120,000; this position is eligible for annual performance-based bonuses.  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 (EOE, M/F/D/V) and maintains a drug-free workplace.