2027 Management Development Program - Finance, Controller (Buffalo, NY)

M&T Bank•Buffalo, NY

10d•$30 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Management Development Program (MDP), a one-year non-rotational training program designed for recent college graduates. The program includes ten weeks of Core Training and one year of On-the-Job training (OJT). Core training involves classroom sessions, observations, senior management interaction, peer networking, and group projects. OJT responsibilities are department-specific and assigned by the department manager. The role may also involve additional projects assigned by the department manager or Leadership Development Manager. The Controller's department focuses on financial and operational support, ensuring the integrity and timely reporting of financial data, promoting compliance with financial regulations, maintaining internal controls, and providing financial information for decision-making. Specific teams within the department ensure the proper application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in the bank's financial statements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree candidate at a school where M&T Bank recruits MDPs (or an MBA student with no work experience).
Outstanding academic credentials (GPA of 3.0 or better).
Up to 1 year of work experience.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated analytical skills.
Demonstrated computer skills.
Demonstrated presentation skills.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting or MBA
Desire to pursue CPA license
Experience with data visualization or data querying tools (e.g., Tableau, SQL)
Familiarity with SEC and bank regulatory reporting
Understanding of internal control frameworks and risk management principles

Responsibilities

Partner with business units to provide accounting advice on complex transactions and configuration of accounting subledger systems.
Prepare accounting research and analysis for various products across the bank.
Review and update accounting policies of the bank for new and emerging accounting standards.
Monitor financial results, perform research, and provide explanation for month-end reviews.
Assist with financial data interpretation, variance analysis, and problem resolution.
Display foundational understanding of financial statements and key performance drivers.
Prepare financial schedules, reconciliations, and reports for internal and external stakeholders (e.g., SEC, bank regulators, shareholders, Board of Directors).
Support general ledger entries and ensure adherence to GAAP, SEC disclosure, and regulatory requirements.
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.
Participate in cross-training and support onboarding of new team members.
Adhere to department timelines and deliverables.
Engage in training and development opportunities across Finance.
Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Participate in and complete a one-year long, non-rotational training program while creating and adding value to assigned department.
Receive job specific training, general training in banking, communication and leadership, and personalized coaching and feedback.
Complete tasks in a manner that are compliant with applicable laws and regulations and/or that serve to help the Company be in compliance with laws and regulations that apply to the business line the position supports.
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.
Complete other related duties as assigned.