Public Finance - Analyst I

Make banking a Fifth Third better® We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank. ABOUT THE ROLE: The Public Finance Analyst I supports municipal and corporate underwriting transactions. This position involves managing deal documentation, coordinating closings, maintaining compliance records, and ensuring accurate processing and reconciliation of financial data. Much of the work is performed online and requires a high level of attention to detail, organization, and collaboration across teams. Please see below for specific responsibilities and requirements for this role. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities for this role are below; you may support projects of varying complexity based on skill and organizational priorities. - Transaction Coordination & Documentation - Create and maintain comprehensive records and filing systems, including digital and physical documentation for short- and long-term storage and retrieval. - Develop and manage bond issue documentation and compliance files. - Serve as Deal Coordinator, maintaining complete audit trails and preparing accurate documentation of transactions and adjustments. - Deal Execution & Regulatory Submissions - Prepare and distribute schedules, distribution lists, and approval forms; request OMAC reports and CUSIPs prior to pricing and order revised CUSIPs post-pricing as needed. - Submit pricing documents to i-Deal, Bloomberg, Security Master, Accounting, MSRB, and other relevant platforms. - Facilitate deal closings by coordinating with DTC and paying agents, sending reminders, and distributing closing letters. - Submit Official Statements and Advance Refunding documentation to EMMA/MSRB within required timelines. - Financial Reconciliation & Reporting - Reconcile cost of issuance with issuers and submit preliminary and final costs with supporting invoices. - Process invoices by documenting final costs, assigning GL and cost center codes, entering into accounting systems, and ensuring timely approvals. - Reconcile outstanding invoices with the Accounting Department. - Client Deliverables & Business Development - Create final pricing books and deliver bound copies to issuers. - Prepare written and PowerPoint presentations for proposals as requested by Bankers or Analysts. - Support Public Finance Bankers in business development efforts. - Event & Marketing Coordination - Coordinate booth reservations and setup for industry conferences (e.g., GFOA, MSBO, MASA, MASB). - Manage advertising for bond sales, including coordination with marketing, legal, and newspaper vendors. - Coordinate sponsorship materials and signage for events. - Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities - Order office supplies and process check requests as needed. - Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to all regulatory requirements. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. - Strong clerical and accounting skills, including proficiency with filing systems, typing, and office equipment. - Ability to research, clarify, and exchange information effectively. - Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. - Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 52, and Series 63 licenses required. REQUIRED SKILLS: Qualified candidates will bring emerging professional proficiency, generally acquired through 0–2 years of relevant work or internship experience in finance, accounting, or a related field. - Strong analytical and quantitative skills to interpret financial data and trends. - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for financial modeling and presentations. - Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. - Exceptional attention to detail and organizational capabilities. - Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently when needed. - Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; team-oriented. Please refer to the “Skills for Success” section to learn how to stand out as an applicant. SKILLS FOR SUCCESS: Successful candidates will demonstrate a higher degree of proficiency (typically from 1–3 years of practical experience or advanced academic exposure) across the following areas: - Detail-Oriented Documentation Management – Demonstrated ability to create, maintain, and audit comprehensive records and compliance files, ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence. - Financial Data Analysis & Reconciliation – Skilled in interpreting financial data, reconciling costs, and processing invoices with precision to support accurate reporting and transaction integrity. - Project Coordination & Process Management – Proven capability to coordinate complex deal processes, manage timelines, and facilitate closings across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. - Advanced Technical Proficiency – Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for financial modeling, reporting, and presentation development; adept at leveraging digital platforms for transaction submissions. - Effective Communication & Collaboration – Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative mindset, enabling seamless interaction with bankers, accounting teams, and external partners. DOING THE RIGHT THING: Our employees take pride in doing the right thing for customers and colleagues as well as being accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and following policies and procedures that protect all our valuable assets —including you. Public Finance - Analyst I At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day. The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance. Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner. LOCATION -- Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee. 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