Financial Analyst II - Corporate Development (Hybrid Buffalo)

M&T Bank•Buffalo, NY

49d•Hybrid

About The Position

Corporate Development works closely with M&T's business units and senior management to ensure a coordinated and consistent approach to the merger and acquisition (M&A) process. This role primarily focuses on financial analysis in support of potential internal and external capital investment opportunities through valuation, risk assessment, and deal structuring; as well as, peer analysis regarding performance, merger-related activities, and capital actions, to assist senior management in implementing the bank's strategy. In addition, the person in this role may be asked to conduct highly technical research and analysis of projects to provide senior management with definitive financial data and advice for their use in setting and realizing strategic objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience OR Associate's degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting, auditing, operations or financial institutions
Good knowledge of finance and accounting concepts + basic knowledge of banking industry
High level of PC competencies (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access. Data visualization or data querying applications are a plus.)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related field

Responsibilities

Assisting with the evaluation of potential M&A opportunities, including financial analysis, valuation, structuring, and coordination of due diligence efforts, which involve extensive interaction with various groups throughout the bank.
Conducting financial and valuation analysis regarding acquisition, investment and divestiture opportunities using discounted cash flow analysis, market multiples, and other financial and analytical tools.
Provides cross training/support to new team members
Compile facts, analyze data and provide input into recommendations to management on findings/trends. Assist with the design of projects and may lead projects of moderate scope.
Research and compile raw data from varied sources into moderately complex reports and schedules. Execute & suggest improvements/enhancements to existing forecast models/pro forma analysis by working with others on closely related teams to exchange information in a collaborative and professional manner
Enhance the sustainability & documentation of assigned tasks/processes
Uses judgment based on the analysis of information to identify meaningful information
Display proficiency in the systems/tools used to generate standard financial reports on a periodic basis
Demonstrate a working knowledge of finance and accounting concepts through the aggregation of financial data
Display foundational understanding of M&T's (or applicable Business Unit within) financial statements; including awareness of key drivers/trends in major Balance Sheet and Income Statement line items
Participate in training and development opportunities across Finance and among supported businesses
Understand and adhere to department timelines and deliverables
Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company's Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.