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.

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.