Employment Opportunities

The New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) in Santa Fe is seeking a qualified individual for the Managing Director, Client Services position.  Works with credit-underwriting to communicate with clients to determine financial capacity of various revenue streams and viability of projects; determine project readiness for conditions needed for closing; and determine eligibility, terms, and readiness-to-proceed of applicants. Makes recommendations to approve, deny, or modify applications based upon applicant's financial condition. Monitors loan processes and applications to determine compliance with program rules and policies; reviews official statements for outstanding bond issues; makes requests to borrowers and agencies for updated financial information. Has a full understanding of the analysis of project applications; reviews applicant financial documentation, including three-year history of budgets and financial statements; matches revenue pledges with gross revenue projections; performs analysis of financial history to determine viability of revenue pledges and projections; reviews tax collection history, legal documents, and project support materials; evaluates project impact on existing debt structure; and evaluates existing bond ordinances and loan documents.

 NMFA is New Mexico’s partner in building economic prosperity and stronger communities. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of eight years of experience in fund accounting, financial analysis, or budget management, five years of which should be in local or state government. Knowledge of New Mexico government financial management methods is desired.  An understanding of tax codes, bonding issues and procedures as well as a clear understanding of audit processes, legislative practices, and cash flow analysis methods are essential.  Proven leadership managing teams of lending professionals and support staff is preferred. This position reports to the CFO.

 Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume to the attention of the HR Director, New Mexico Finance Authority, via email at nmccollum@nmfa.net.

The New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) in Santa Fe is seeking a qualified individual for a Regional Finance Manager (RFM) position that will report to the Managing Director, Lending. This position will represent NMFA throughout the state, and will work with private entities, local governments, municipalities, counties, and others to originate and structure loans and grants using NMFA’s financing programs.  

The RFM will work with public entities and financial advisors to assist entities in obtaining NMFA financing to meet their community’s needs in effective and efficient ways.  The RFM will work with the NMFA Credit Department to perform financial analysis of revenue streams, financial outlooks, and relevant program policies to advise clients of options that prudently address their needs.  This position requires in-state travel to meet with clients on an ongoing basis to develop relationships with existing and new clients.  

In addition to public entities, the RFM will market and assist in underwriting financing applications   for NMFA’s private lending programs such as the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Program, Opportunity Enterprise Commercial and Housing Development programs, and other initiatives created to provide access to capital for businesses and foster statewide economic development.  

The NMFA Lending Team works with clients on potential projects, underwrites applications, presents projects to committees and boards for approval, and coordinates the processes leading to closing. Experience marketing lending programs and relationship-building with clients, plus underwriting of technically complex projects, including infrastructure and other multi-phase projects for public entities, for-profit entities, and nonprofit entities is required.  An understanding of New Mexico local government financial management methods and procedures is strongly preferred.   

NMFA is New Mexico’s partner in building economic prosperity and stronger communities. The ideal candidate will possess experience in accounting, banking, finance, budget management, or a similar field; excellent technical report writing, verbal and written communication skills; a bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance or related field, and at least five years of relevant experience. This position requires strong presentation skills as financing recommendations are regularly presented to committees and Boards of Directors. The ability to balance multiple projects, analyze large volumes of data, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment is required.  

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume to the attention of the HR Director, New Mexico Finance Authority, 810 San Mateo, Santa Fe, NM 87501 or via email at nmccollum@nmfa.net. 

The New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) in Santa Fe is seeking a qualified individual for the Associate Attorney position that will report to the General Counsel. This position provides legal counsel and services to NMFA including legal research, analyzing legislation and regulations, and drafting legal opinions and documents.  The Associate Attorney collaborates with the General Counsel, agency staff, and external legal partners to ensure NMFA activities are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

The Associate Attorney will assist in maintaining procurement and contract files, support legal filings, disclosures and reporting obligations as well as reviewing and analyzing proposed legislation and regulatory initiatives affecting NMFA.  Coordinates legal support across the Legal Department, outside counsel, and, when appropriate, the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office, under the direction of the General Counsel.  Attend legislative hearings, committee meetings, or public forums, as requested, to observe proceedings or provide support.

Previous experience supporting financing transactions, secured transactions, or public-sector programs is required.  Experience providing legal and programmatic advice and counsel with respect to corporate, property, banking, finance, federal and state programs, and general legal issues is needed.

NMFA is New Mexico’s partner in building economic prosperity and stronger communities. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. degree from an accredited university and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience as a practicing attorney, of which some must have been in local or state government, or agencies closely affiliated with local or state government.  Previous experience in local government legal issues; bond and loan processing, banking, contracts, real estate, and legal guidelines related to government processes and methods, as well as an understanding of legislative processes of state and municipal governments are highly desired.

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume to the attention of the HR Director, New Mexico Finance Authority, 810 W San Mateo Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87505 or via email at nmccollum@nmfa.net.

The New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) in Santa Fe is seeking qualified candidates for a Database & Business Systems Analyst position that will report to the Chief Innovation Officer. This position provides advanced technical and analytical support for NMFA data systems and cloud applications including Salesforce, Sage Intacct, and Microsoft 365, and develops integrations, reports, dashboards, and automations to improve financial reporting accuracy, operational efficiency, and user experience. This position will collaborate across the organization to provide support to all departments.  Additionally, the Database & Business Systems Analyst will support historical reporting needs such as year-over-year comparisons.

NMFA is a government instrumentality whose mission is to be New Mexico’s partner in building economic prosperity and stronger communities. The ideal candidate will possess experience in a variety of tools and platforms such as Salesforce, Sage Intacct, Tableau, Workiva, as well as the Microsoft 365 suite to build, design, and maintain operational dashboards and programmatic reports.  This role will translate business requirements into report specifications, which may include metrics, cadence, audience, and data lineage.

Experience in automating workflows, data design integrations, writing optimized SQL/T-SQL in platforms such as Salesforce, Power BI and Excel along with a bachelor’s degree or 5 – 7 years of relevant experience are required.  This position also requires the ability to triage issues, support UAT, and liaise between IT and business units, plus a solid working knowledge of finance or accounting systems. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to validate and document data, consolidate datasets for budgeting or auditing, and develop training and job aids for various stakeholders.

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume to the attention of the HR Director, New Mexico Finance Authority, 810 West San Mateo, Santa Fe, NM 87505 or via email at nmccollum@nmfa.net.