Financial Analyst - Public Finance - Boise

Make a lasting impact in Idaho. Join a team that helps cities, counties, schools and other public entities finance the infrastructure and services that shape our communities.

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies, with total assets exceeding $88 billion. With strong local management teams across 11 western states, Zions is deeply committed to supporting the communities we serve. In Boise, we’re proud to contribute to Idaho’s growth through innovative public finance solutions that empower local governments and institutions.

At Zions, we haven’t forgotten who keeps us in business—our customers and our employees. We offer more than just a job; we provide a career path filled with opportunity, impact, and purpose.

We are currently accepting applications for a Financial Analyst to join our Public Finance team in Boise. This role supports the structuring and execution of tax-exempt and taxable financings for municipalities, school districts, and other public entities throughout Idaho and the Mountain West.

As a Financial Analyst, you’ll work with data, build financial models, and help local leaders figure out the best way to fund projects their communities rely on. You’ll write proposals, attend public meetings, and explain financial ideas in a way that’s easy to understand. If you want to combine financial knowledge with public impact, this is a great opportunity to grow your career while helping shape the future of local communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative analysis to structure loans, leases, and bond financings tailored to Idaho’s local government needs.

• Assist in preparing and responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from public entities.

• Support the administration of special assessment districts and related financing tools.

• Analyze and identify existing debt issues for refinancing opportunities.

• Collaborate with relationship managers, clients, internal teams, and external partners to gather project data and translate it into charts, graphs, tables, and written reports.

• Draft persuasive proposals to generate new and repeat business.

• Monitor and present municipal market data to support client decision-making and internal strategy.

• Attend and present at public meetings (e.g., city council, school board) as needed.

• Prepare financial models and analytical summaries for clients, credit agencies, and internal stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, public finance, or proposal writing preferred.

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to build and interpret complex Excel models.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in conveying financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with strong attention to detail.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, public policy, business, or a related field.

• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and problem-solving orientation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Power BI).

• Willingness to travel approximately 10–15% of the time, primarily within Idaho and the surrounding region.

What You Will Gain

• Exposure to high-impact public finance projects across Idaho.

• Mentorship from senior bankers and public finance experts.

• Opportunities to present to elected officials and community leaders.

• A collaborative, mission-driven team environment.

Why Boise?

As a Financial Analyst in Boise, you’ll play a key role in financing critical infrastructure, education, and community development projects across Idaho. Your work will directly support cities, counties, school districts, and other public entities in achieving long-term fiscal sustainability.

Ready to help shape Idaho’s future? Apply today and join a team where your work truly matters.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE! 

• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.

• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts.

• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays.

• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience.

• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.

• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree. program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire.

• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products.