Public Finance Analyst

Confidential Jobs; Illinois; On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide financial services firm is looking for an entry-level Analyst I to support housing transactions and public finance. This role involves performing quantitative analyses, building financial models, and preparing presentation materials. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and proficiencies in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. The position is full-time and located in Chicago, IL, offering a compensation range of $105K to $125K annually.

Qualifications

• Strong quantitative, analytical, and technical skill set; comfort with financial modeling.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial, quantitative, and statistical analysis to support housing transactions.
• Build and maintain financial models in Excel to evaluate financing structures.
• Prepare presentation materials, offering documents, and internal analyses.

Skills

Financial modeling

Quantitative analysis

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, public policy, mathematics, or a related field

Job description

Analyst I – National Housing Group (Public Finance)

Location: Chicago, IL

Compensation: $105K/year

Base Pay Range

$105,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

About the Role

Our National Housing Group within Public Finance is seeking a highly motivated Analyst I with strong quantitative and technical skills. This team operates at a high volume and fast pace, supporting financings for housing agencies and essential public‑sector clients nationwide. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor, curiosity about public policy and financial markets, and the ability to manage complex tasks with precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform financial, quantitative, and statistical analysis to support housing transactions and client deliverables.
• Build and maintain financial models in Excel to evaluate financing structures, credit profiles, and market scenarios.
• Prepare presentation materials, offering documents, and internal analyses for senior bankers.
• Support deal execution across all stages—from initial structuring to closing—ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct market research, policy review, and data analysis to support strategic insights for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with bankers, underwriters, sales, trading, and operations in a coordinated, high‑volume workflow.
• Maintain organized, clean, and audit‑ready work product with rigorous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, public policy, mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and technical skill set; comfort with financial modeling.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment.
• Self‑starter with excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Personable and able to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Interest in public policy, municipal markets, or affordable housing finance.

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who thrives under pressure and can maintain high productivity in a fast‑moving environment.
• A detail‑oriented analyst who takes ownership of their work and consistently delivers accurate outputs.
• A team‑oriented individual who brings both analytical capability and strong interpersonal skills.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Analyst