Accounting Associate

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an Accounting Associate to join the Finance organization. This in-office role supports month-end close, financial reporting, and analysis, with visibility to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

You will contribute to accurate reporting, collaborate with junior staff, and participate in critical processes that impact the organization at the highest level. 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday in-office position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Experience with GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting activities including financial record keeping and reporting.
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain records of financial activity per GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Create and evaluate reports on financial performance for internal/external use.

Skills

GAAP

Financial reporting

Financial analysis

Balance sheets

Tax analysis

Management reporting

Decision making

Finance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Accounting Associate within PNC’s Finance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Accounting Associate within PNC’s Finance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA and play a key role on the Corporate Accounting Team. This is a highly visible position with broad exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to critical reporting processes that impact the organization at the highest level. The team operates in a collaborative environment, where individuals work collectively to deliver accurate and timely reporting. This role is ideal for someone with a strong accounting or finance background, who thrives in a detail-oriented environment and has experience with financial reporting and analysis. This position offers strong visibility, meaningful exposure to leadership, and the opportunity to be part of a high performing team.

This position operates in an in-office environment, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance.

Job Description

Supports the organization's accounting activities, including financial record keeping and reporting.

Prepares, analyzes, and maintains records of organization's financial activity in accordance with GAAP, organizational standards, and in compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

Creates and evaluates reports on financial performance for internal and external use.

Interacts with all levels of an organization in determining content and summarizing data for management.

Completes month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities including the preparation and review of journal entries and appropriate audit work papers, and the reconciliation of accounts for such activities.

These activities may relate to bank accounting, loans and investments, deposits, and tax, including preparing the appropriate audit work papers for such activities.

Supports and assists junior accounting staff in the development of their professional skills.

Employee Values

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

• Balance Sheets
• Decision Making
• Finance
• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Management Reporting
• Tax Analysis

Competencies

• Accounting
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Effective Communications
• Financial Analysis
• Financial And Accounting Systems
• Financial Reporting
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Internal Controls

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 2+ years of relevant professional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors. Certifications No Required Certification(s). Licenses No Required License(s). Language Assessments No Required or Preferred Language Assessments.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include:

• medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
• 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/elder care
• adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
• educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
• a robust wellness program with financial incentives

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility:

• maternity and/or parental leave
• up to 11 paid holidays each year
• 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
• between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
• years of service

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [e-mail]. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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About PNC

For nearly 160 years, PNC has strived to make a meaningful impact for our employees, customers, communities, and shareholders. We believe our success and positive reputation are built on open and honest dialogue, an unwavering focus on smart risk management, relationship-based customer service and community investments. Our inclusive workplace allows our employees to be heard, valued, and developed to do their best work. Being a great place to work means we are making a lasting difference for everyone we serve.