Finance Lead - Capital Markets

PNC Bank•Pittsburgh, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Finance Lead in PNC's Commercial and Institutional Banking (C&IB) Finance organization, the role supports the Capital Markets segment and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The position combines monthly and quarterly reporting, project work, technical accounting research, business-case development for Capital Markets products, and leadership of key initiatives and special requests from business partners and Capital Markets leadership. The successful candidate presents financial analyses and perspectives to senior leaders verbally and visually, and works with colleagues across Finance, the business, and Information Technology. The role leads financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, strategic planning, analysis of complex transactions, and implementation of accounting and regulatory standards. It serves as a senior expert for the team, supports sound control processes, and may contribute to risk review and challenge for assigned business. The position requires executive presence, independent judgment, and the ability to explain complex subjects clearly and influence colleagues across organizational levels. PNC describes itself as an in-office company and encourages candidates to discuss workplace expectations with their recruiter and hiring manager. PNC will not provide employment visa sponsorship or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Requirements

University or college degree, typically a bachelor's degree, and 5 or more years of industry-relevant experience; a comparable combination of education, job-specific certifications, and experience, including military service, may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Strong working knowledge of general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, financial analysis, and management accounting concepts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience using technology platforms to support financial reporting, research, and analysis.
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex subjects simply to management and business partners.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing needs.
Detail orientation and strong problem-solving skills.
Curiosity and sound judgment to challenge information constructively and ensure it is accurate and meaningful.
Ability to use technology, contacts, and deductive reasoning to investigate reporting requests.
Independent thinking, process leadership, and ability to build trusted relationships with line-of-business partners and across C&IB Finance.
Ability to lead a small team or work independently to plan and conduct non-routine financial analyses or projects.
Customer focus and ability to consider customer needs and satisfaction in business decisions.
Ability to assess and manage business risks in support of PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Nice To Haves

Solid understanding of the banking balance sheet and the Capital Markets business.
Experience with Hyperion Essbase, Oracle ERP, and data analytics.
Knowledge or skills in account analysis, accounting research, finance strategy, financial accounting, financial reporting and analysis, people management, and results orientation.
Competencies in accuracy and attention to detail, budgeting, business analytics, decision-making and critical thinking, effective communication, finance and accounting, financial analysis, financial and accounting systems, institutional finance, and expense and finance management.

Responsibilities

Support monthly and quarterly reporting for the Capital Markets finance team, drive key initiatives, prepare ad hoc analyses, and conduct accounting research to guide business initiatives.
Partner with team members, line-of-business leaders, Finance experts across the firm, and Information Technology to deliver accurate and insightful analyses and perspectives.
Lead advanced planning, analysis, solution development, and presentations for complex strategic initiatives, ensuring the quality and accuracy of related data.
Analyze key initiatives, recommend solutions, and develop structured presentations of findings and recommendations for decision-makers.
Collaborate with the line of business to implement recommended strategic solutions.
Lead reviews and analyses of complex transactions and communicate their implications to senior management.
Provide expertise in internal control processes and management financial reporting to Finance and business partners.
Lead team members on key projects and process-enhancement implementations.
Design and lead the preparation of timely, transparent, and succinct financial reports for stakeholder decision-making.
Collaborate with business unit leaders to produce revenue, expense, and staffing forecasts and develop data-driven insights to improve budget and forecast accuracy.
Lead the annual budget cycle, continuous monthly forecasting, and development of long-term strategic plans.
Present financial forecasts, performance dashboards, and strategic business insights to business leaders and executives.
Perform on-demand analyses and generate custom reports for specific business needs.
Work independently with the business on implementation and compliance with new accounting and regulatory standards.
Facilitate audit, regulatory, and investor requests by providing timely and accurate information; may communicate directly with external constituents.
Identify and address control matters promptly and maintain sound control processes.
Potentially contribute to risk review and challenge for assigned business.
Build partnerships across departments to support alignment and shared success; demonstrate executive presence and influence colleagues across organizational levels.
Assess and manage risks associated with business objectives and activities in accordance with PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug coverage, including a Health Savings Account feature, subject to eligibility.
Dental and vision options.
Employee and spouse/child life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability protection.
401(k) with PNC match.
Pension and stock purchase plans.
Dependent care reimbursement account.
Back-up child and elder care.
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement.
Educational assistance, including select fully paid programs.
Wellness program with financial incentives.
Maternity and/or parental leave, depending on eligibility.
Up to 11 paid holidays each year, depending on eligibility.
Nine occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law.
Between 15 and 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level and years of service.