Operational Accounting Associate II (System Updates)

M&T Bank•Getzville, NY

7d•$19 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on the reconciliation of assigned General Ledger (GL) accounts and Demand Deposit Accounts (DDAs) in a timely and accurate manner. The associate will identify out-of-balance conditions, potential fraud, and unusual or aged items within their assigned accounts, escalating them according to established procedures. The position involves preparing routine accounting reports, researching discrepancies with assistance, and communicating with internal teams, business partners, and investors to resolve inquiries. A key responsibility includes updating procedures based on process changes or new accounting requirements, with input from senior team members or management. The role also requires adherence to established policies, procedures, and risk controls, including maintaining internal control standards and implementing audit points. The associate will contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment that reflects the M&T Bank brand.

Requirements

HS Diploma/GED
2 years work experience

Responsibilities

Timely and accurate reconciliation and reporting of assigned portfolio activity to Finance, Audit, and SOX to ensure accurate Financial Statements in accordance with GAAP.
Gather and research data to prepare routine accounting reports, including daily, weekly, and/or monthly departmental reporting assignments.
Perform research to resolve reconciliation discrepancies with assistance.
Communicate with internal cross-functional areas, business partners, and investors to assist in the resolution of routine inquiries/issues.
Update procedures due to changes in process or accounting requirements with input from Operational Accountants II, III, IV or Manager.
Adhere to established policies, procedures, and limits focusing on observable breaches in Corporate Risk policies.
Adhere to applicable compliance/operational risk controls in accordance with Company or regulatory standards and policies.
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.