Debt and Treasury Analyst Sr

JOB LOCATION 15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555 City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Anticipated Hiring Salary: $75,010 - $93,763/Annually Deadline to apply: February 4th, 2026 (This position is subject to close once a qualified pool of applications has been obtained) OVERVIEW OF POSITION The Senior Debt & Treasury Analyst provides support to the Debt, Investment, and Treasury functions. This role provides detailed analysis and financial modeling pertaining to the City's debt and investment portfolios, along with understanding and analyzing economic development projects. This role has a meaningful understanding of both the debt and financial markets. Performs administrative and reporting duties to maintain smooth daily operations. Develops and maintains procedures and policies to meet regulatory compliance and best practices. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assists in closing debt transactions for both publicly issued debt and direct placement obligations Assists with the development of the City's offering statements, including disclosure decisions, and oversees the development of materials and presentations to bond rating agencies Provides detailed analysis and financial modeling for water bonds or other City debt or lease- purchase transactions Assists in determining and recommending optimum bond issue size, structure, maturity, and call schedules to maximize financial flexibility and minimize interest expense Works collaboratively with financial and investment advisors and other City staff regarding debt issuances, financial modeling, and investments Works closely with the City Attorneys office in preparing and presenting Council items and reviewing/understanding legal documents, including resolutions, ordinances, and financial contracts Analyzes alternative financing structures for financial soundness and compliance, and monitors covenant compliance ofthe City's outstanding debt Performs daily cash management, analysis, and research Assists in managing and coordinating daily activities and special projects Researches and prepares special improvement district lien releases Oversees and maintains compliance practices, along with updating policies and procedures to meet changing market conditions Assists in the administration of all debt service activities,s including determination of payments, investor relations, budgets for debt payments, and cash available for bond calls Assists in preparing financial and statistical data related to the City's investments, debt, and financing activities for inclusion in the Citys annual report Assists in developing recommended financial policies regarding debt and investments Manages arbitrage rebate issues and SEC reporting requirements for government debt Assists with the City's internal and external investment committees and provides backup and control functions regarding the City's investments Develops recommended policy for metropolitan and other special district financings Makes presentations to the Citys Investment Advisory Committee Performs additional duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Education: Bachelors degree in accounting, business administration, or directly related field Experience: Five (5) years experience in debt and/or investment practices and procedures Experience with Workday financial software Experience in documenting loans/bonds; principles of finance such as time value of money Knowledge: Understands liquidity vs cash Knowledge of debt and/or investment practices and procedures Knowledge and experience working with Workday financial ERP system Skills: Proficiency in use of personal computer, complex spreadsheets, and modeling applications Excellent communication skills Aptitude in compiling and analyzing financial data; and making effective written and oral presentations Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers Ability to think creatively, and the ability to utilize the internet as a research tool Ability to understand and evaluate complex economic development projects WORKING CONDITIONS Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel Physical Demands: Vision for reading and interpreting reports and data analysis and preparation Hand/eye coordination for operation of computer keyboard and calculator Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and residents Work Environment: Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment Equipment Used: Uses standard office equipment including computer, calculator, multi-line telephones, and copy/fax machines. May require the incumbent to regularly use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24. For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired. Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies. Why Work for Aurora? Competitive total compensation package Rich benefits package with low employee costs Generous paid-time-off program (Vacation, Sick and Personal leaves) Retirement pension plan Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community Growing city and employee population Expansive perk benefits such as free Recreation Center Membership, wellness programs, tuition assistance, career advancement, performance bonus programs, etc. On-site fitness center and wellness programs Remote work opportunities Benefits & Retirement - City of Aurora (auroragov.org) Please show all your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. Leaving blanks or omitting previous employment may result in your disqualification from employment. City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials. The City of Aurora requires all applicants for employment, who are offered positions with the City, to undergo a thorough criminal background check, drug testing for safety sensitive position and possible credit check for select positions. All job applicants shall be asked to electronically consent to or sign a release authorizing a criminal background check and submit a urine sample for the purpose of testing for a wide variety of prohibited and/or controlled substances. Please click the following link to access the summary of your rights. Applicants who hold a Commercial Drivers License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device. Note: The recent legalization of recreational marijuana by the state of Colorado does not change the city's policy. Applicants who test positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drug test will not be hired, and will be ineligible to be employed with the city for one year. The City of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. Know your rights! The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The City shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the City shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303-739-7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity Respect Professionalism Customer Service And we welcome all who share these values to apply.