Public Finance Banker

Commerce Bank • United States, United States • 4w ago

About Working at Commerce

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It's about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn't stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.

Here, you'll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You'll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let's talk.

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $62,000.00 - $159,500.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to serve public sector clients to meet the complex investment banking needs of municipalities. Public Finance Bankers work closely with various finance-related teams to address challenges specifically faced within the public sector.

Essential Functions

Responsible for closely monitoring financial details about their public sector organization to meet long-term monetary goals

Prepare financial statements, ensure compliance with legal regulations, review government finance reports, analyze market trends, seek opportunities to better use taxpayer money, and help officials form good financial decisions

Provide underwriting and financial advisory services to state & local governments and not-for-profit entities

Leverage localized knowledge to facilitate the issuance of taxable and tax-exempt debt across a range of sectors

Research client debt load, local economy, and financial strengths

Develop models to structure and optimize debt transactions

Prepare analyses on client outstanding debt, future debt capacity, and credit profile

Prepare presentations for financing proposals, new business development, and bond rating agencies

Prepare disclosure documents for bond sales

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Comfort with analysis and quantitative operations

Well organized, attention to detail and able to manage multiple projects under pressure

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to travel at least 1 day per week for board meetings, and approximately 6 regional and/or state conferences each year

Strong communication and professional presence with clients required

Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook

Ability to maintain a valid driver's license and meet Commerce Bank's driving record criteria; ongoing employment may be contingent upon meeting all driving requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in business/finance or equivalent combination of education and experience required

1+ years working in a related field such as banking, accounting or governmental finance preferred

For this position, Commerce Bank will review your motor vehicle driving record. If you express interest in and are considered for this position, you'll be asked to authorize our review of that record.

For this position, federal regulations require Commerce Bank to prepare an investigatory consumer report which will disclose credit history. If you express interest in and are considered for this position, you will be asked to authorize that report.

**Level of role is determined by knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education

The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Click here (https://careers.commercebank.com/us/en/benefits) to learn more.

Location: 8000 FORSYTH BLVD, Clayton, Missouri 63105

Time Type:

Full time

Commerce Bank has been awarded numerous awards for our company culture. We have been included on distinguished lists such as Forbes' Best Midsized Employers, Forbes' Best Employers for Women, and Korn Ferry's Engaged Performance Award. You'll see the difference for yourself when you join the team.

Why Commerce? (https://www.commercebank.com/careers/about-commerce) Inclusion at Commerce How to Join Our Team (https://www.commercebank.com/careers/how-to-join-our-team)

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Commerce Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and believes that every individual should have the opportunity to work at a job for which he, she or they qualifies. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability (including physical or mental handicap), age, veteran status, military status, national origin, religion, pregnancy status, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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