Financial Analyst IV - Financial Reporting (hybrid Buffalo)

M&T Bank • Buffalo, NY

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Conduct advanced research independently, prepare/analyze/review more complex financial, tax and/or regulatory information to provide to senior management, regulators, internal/external audit and other interested parties; adherence to internal controls while ensuring the quality of data being reported. This role involves problem resolution and data interpretation, performing or reviewing variance analysis, and ensuring timely submission of reports. The position requires preparing/analyzing/reviewing financial schedules, reconciliations, and reports for the Corporation, which could include bank regulatory reports, SEC reporting, reports to shareholders and the Board of Directors, as well as internal management reports. It also involves data integrity testing, general ledger entries, adherence to generally accepted accounting principles, SEC disclosure requirements, and bank regulatory requirements. Participation in special projects, improving existing processes, and interacting with business line personnel to communicate results to department management are also key functions. The role requires understanding and adhering to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite, and identifying risk-related issues needing escalation to management. Promoting an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand, and maintaining M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points, are also expected.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience OR Associate's degree and a minimum of 7 years’ experience in accounting, auditing, operations or financial institutions
• Comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles in multiple disciplines including finance, accounting and/or regulatory reporting, business operations, bank products and knowledge of banking industry
• High level of PC competencies (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access. Data visualization or data querying applications are a plus.)
• Detail oriented, with advanced problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi task while prioritizing workload
• Strong knowledge of various tax regulations as applicable.
• Requires complex judgment based on advanced analytical thought.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or professional certification (i.e. CPA, CFA, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Allocates work as a team leader; trains and mentors/develops junior team members.
• Possess ability to direct/persuade/influence peers and manager.
• Responsible for problem resolution and data interpretation, perform or review variance analysis, and ensure timely submission of reports.
• Prepare/analyze/review of financial schedules, reconciliations and reports for the Corporation, which could include bank regulatory reports, SEC reporting, reports to shareholders and the Board of Directors, as well as internal management reports.
• Other functions include data integrity testing, general ledger entries, adherence to generally accepted accounting principles, SEC disclosure requirements, and bank regulatory requirements.
• May be responsible for the review of work of junior staff.
• Participates in special projects, improve existing processes, and interact with business line personal and communicate those results to department management.
• 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 belonging 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.

Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $89,600.00 - $149,300.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree