Commerce Bank Clayton , MO 63105
Posted 1 month 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 more than 155 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: $61,000.00 - $105,000.00 (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 up to 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 plus 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
Location: 8000 FORSYTH BLVD, CLAYTON, Missouri 63105
Time Type:
Full time
Commerce Bank