Corporate Finance Analyst I, II, III or Senior

Corporate finance department staff are responsible for assisting with the preparation and review of financial loan/borrowing documents, including offering and bond documents, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) documents, and related SEC filings, assisting with preparing financial presentations for banking and lending institutions, rating agencies and other parties as well as debt administration, loan compliance obligations, interest rate forecasts and risk management activities.

Note :

There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Corporate Finance Analyst I; job grade 5; Corporate Finance Analyst II, job grade 7; Corporate Finance Analyst III; job grade 8 or Senior Corporate Finance Analyst; job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Retirement Option, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits.

Senior Corporate Finance Analyst Hiring Salary Range:

$109,000•139,000

Corporate Finance Analyst III Hiring Salary Range:

$88,000•111,000

Corporate Finance Analyst II Hiring Salary Range:

$80,000•99,000

Corporate Finance Analyst I Hiring Salary Range:

$64,000•79,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education and/or skill level. Education and Training BS/BA Finance, Accounting or other related field or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

Working knowledge of finance techniques including amortization schedules, interest calculation and present value. Working knowledge of PCs with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to perform detailed work with high degree of accuracy. Knowledge of accounting concepts desired. Ability to work independently.

Experience:

Eight (8) or more years (or equivalent combination of experience and education).

Note :

The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Corporate Finance Analyst. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level. Assist with preparation and review of debt documents, including credit agreements, offering documents, bond documents, SEC documents, and filings. Prepare analysis of specific financing alternatives, buy vs. lease analysis, asset liability management and other financial analysis as required. Assist with preparation and development of presentations and materials provided to investment banks, commercial banks, lenders, rating agencies and other parties. Assist with maintaining records of all financing and related activities. Maintain economic and statistical information and produce reports as needed. Assist with processing of interest, principal, and lease payments Maintain records related to loan contracts including interest accruals and amortization schedules and prepare appropriate journal entries and payment vouchers. Establish, document, and maintain all appropriate procedures for loans, leases and other debt and related obligations, including procedures for Sarbanes Oxley compliance. Assist with the development and administration of the debt and lease management function annual budget, monthly financial forecast, and weekly cash flow forecasting. Maintain contacts with appropriate financial institutions and governmental agencies to facilitate debt and lease arrangements. Assist in the administration of the corporate card program. Flowchart and document all procedures. Back up other team members as appropriate including cash management team. Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area.

Safety:

Maintain safety awareness and comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures to assure a safe working environment. Properly wear and care for applicable safety gear and equipment. Identify and communicate unsafe conditions to supervisors, coworkers, and the Safety functional area and correct or assist in resolving safety concerns and issues. Must understand and comply with the Clearance Procedure as applicable.

Culture:

Demonstrate and promote ethics and behaviors consistent with Tri-State's culture, Board policies, and business practices. Understand and fulfill the role and responsibility for all compliance programs within the company. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES

Planning:

ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scopes, plan and schedule work; assist with setting priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals.

Time management:

the ability to stay within established work schedules and deadlines. Problem analysis and resolution of financial management issues at both strategic and functional levels. Technical skills in conducting economic and statistical analysis of corporate financial information. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills include ability to establish and maintain working relationships with members of other business units. Strong team player accomplishes tasks by working with others and helping others. Advanced computer proficiency includes developing and maintaining electronic spreadsheets used to analyze and forecast financial management information.