Financial Analyst III

Financial Analyst III (NS)The Financial Analyst III plays a critical role in enabling North Carolina local governments to fund and deliver essential infrastructure projects that strengthen communities across the state. The Analyst coordinates, reviews, and approves the issuance of financing agreements, revenue bonds, Medical Care Commission bonds, industrial revenue bonds, North Carolina Capital Facilities Finance Agency bonds and housing bonds. This position guides local governments through the debt process, guides the debt issuance, and assists in preparing financing documents for these issuances. This role directly impacts the ability of communities to build schools, public safety buildings, affordable housing, and other vital infrastructure—creating lasting benefits for residents across the state. The ideal candidate may have a demonstrated interest in state or local government and a background in policy or financial analysis, debt analysis, or government budgeting. However, prior experience in debt or finance is not required—we will provide training. What matters most are strong analytical skills, the ability and willingness to learn quickly, and a desire to help North Carolina communities.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesQualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and guidelines related to state and local debt issuance.Demonstrated organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Management Preferences:Demonstrated knowledge of or experience working with state or local government operations.Coursework or professional experience in policy analysis or financial analysis.Salary Range - $60,881.00-$106,544.00.Position is Non-exempt to FLSA Overtime.This position may be assigned additional job functions as needed. 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 based on business conditions or as required by the agency to fulfill its mission.Minimum Education and Experience is a bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, accounting, or related discipline from an accredited institution and 3 years of directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of State Treasurer trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.NC State Health Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NC Flex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.The North Carolina Department of State Treasurer (DST) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing this application.Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.Degree/College Credit VerificationDegrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.Veterans' and National Guard PreferenceApplicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.Background CheckThe selected candidate will be subject to a criminal history background check through Castle Branch.One or more of the following may also be reviewed, depending on the nature and requirements of the position: employment history, professional references, credit history, and educational verification (i.e., degree, license, or official transcript).The selected candidate will be required to pass the background check to the satisfaction of the North Carolina Department of State Treasurer. All offers of employment are conditional until the satisfactory completion of the background check.EEO StatementThe State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Contact Information :If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please email the NC Department of State Treasurer at Department of State Treasurer's campus is located on Atlantic Avenue, is surrounded by many shopping centers and restaurants, has access to a 24-hour 7-day a week free gym on the campus, and has free employee parking.