Financial Analyst

Cedar Creek Municipal Advisors, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Creek Municipal Advisors, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Financial Analyst to join our municipal advisory team in Texas. You will support bond financings and long-term financial planning for Texas governments, preparing models, debt analyses, and client materials under supervision of senior advisors.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates or early-career professionals with strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Mathematics, Engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, consulting, banking, public finance, or related field.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while contributing within a team.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, structuring, and execution of municipal bond financings for Texas governmental entities.
• Develop and maintain financial models, debt service schedules, tax projections, cash flow forecasts, and bond sizing analyses.
• Analyze financial statements, operating budgets, tax rolls, valuations, and capital improvement plans.
• Evaluate debt capacity and financing alternatives for long-term capital planning.
• Review engineering reports, reimbursement requests, feasibility studies, and other financial/technical docs.
• Prepare financing analyses, client presentations, and transaction support documents.
• Coordinate financing activities with bond counsel, underwriters, engineers, developers, trustees, and printers.
• Assist with preparation and review of Official Statements and related financing documents.
• Support bond closings and post-closing compliance activities.
• Maintain financing databases, transaction schedules, and client records with high accuracy.
• Research municipal market trends, interest rates, legislative developments, and industry issues.
• Attend client and Board meetings as needed.
• Provide analytical and administrative support for special projects and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Admin, Public Admin, Mathematics, Engineering)

Tools

DBC Finance

Bloomberg

EMMA

Job description

Cedar Creek Municipal Advisors, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Financial Analyst to join our growing municipal advisory practice. This position offers a unique opportunity to work directly with local governments and special districts across Texas, supporting critical infrastructure projects through municipal bond financings and long-term financial planning.

The Financial Analyst will work closely with senior Financial Advisors to provide independent financial advisory services to Texas Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) and other special-purpose districts. The role involves financial modeling, debt analysis, capital planning, transaction execution, and client support throughout the municipal financing process.

This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals seeking to build expertise in municipal finance while making a meaningful impact on Texas communities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the planning, structuring, and execution of municipal bond financings for Texas governmental entities.
• Develop and maintain financial models, debt service schedules, tax rate projections, cash flow forecasts, and bond sizing analyses.
• Analyze financial statements, operating budgets, tax rolls, assessed valuations, and capital improvement plans.
• Evaluate debt capacity and financing alternatives to support long-term capital planning objectives.
• Review engineering reports, reimbursement requests, feasibility studies, and other financial and technical documentation.
• Prepare financing analyses, client presentations, board meeting materials, and transaction support documents.
• Coordinate financing activities with bond counsel, underwriters, engineers, developers, trustees, financial printers, and other transaction participants.
• Assist with the preparation and review of Official Statements and related financing documents.
• Support bond closings and post-closing compliance activities.
• Maintain financing databases, transaction schedules, and client records with a high degree of accuracy.
• Research municipal market trends, interest rates, legislative developments, and industry issues affecting local governments and special districts.
• Attend client meetings and Board of Directors meetings as needed.
• Provide analytical and administrative support for special projects and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 0 to 3 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, consulting, banking, public finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of municipal finance, public finance, or local government operations.
• Familiarity with Texas Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) and other special-purpose districts.
• Experience with financial modeling, debt analysis, or capital planning.
• Experience using DBC Finance, Bloomberg, EMMA, or similar financial software.
• Progress toward or interest in pursuing professional certifications relevant to public finance or financial analysis.

At Cedar Creek Municipal Advisors, we help local governments finance the essential infrastructure that supports growing Texas communities, including water, wastewater, drainage, roadway, and park improvements.

We offer a collaborative, team-oriented environment where employees gain hands-on exposure to municipal finance transactions, work directly with experienced professionals, and develop technical expertise through meaningful project work. Our commitment to professional development, client service, and technical excellence provides a strong foundation for long-term career growth.