Financial Analyst 1 - Controller

M&T Bank; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank is seeking an accounting/finance professional to assist in preparing financial, tax and regulatory reports from Buffalo, NY. The role emphasizes data integrity, cross-training, and timely reporting in a regulated banking environment.

You will analyze results, support management with recommendations, and ensure adherence to internal controls while maintaining high-quality data for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with minimum 2 years of accounting/finance experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related field.
• High level of PC competencies (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access); data visualization or data querying apps a plus.
• Detail oriented with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists with documentation and analysis of financial/accounting or tax information and regulatory reports.
• Prepare financial schedules, reconciliations and reports for the Corporation and regulators.
• Perform variance analysis and ensure timely submission of reports with data integrity.
• Provide cross training/support to new team members and assist with problem resolution.
• Adhere to GAAP, SEC disclosure requirements and bank regulatory requirements.

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Access

Data visualization

Data querying applications

Job description

Overview:

Assist/participate in the documentation and/or analysis of financial/accounting or tax information and the preparation of financial, tax and/or regulatory reports, adherence to internal controls while ensuring the quality of data being reported.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides cross training/support to new team members.
• Assist with problem resolution and data interpretation, perform variance analysis, and ensure timely submission of reports.Analyze results and provide input for management recommendations.
• Prepare 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. Knowledge of various tax regulations as applicable.
• Selects alternatives from defined options in a variety of work routines by applying basic finance or accounting concepts.
• Other functions include data integrity testing, general ledger entries, adherence to generally accepted accounting principles, SEC disclosure requirements, and bank regulatory requirements.
• 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.
• Be aware 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 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

Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:

May train junior staff

Education and Experience Required:

Associate's degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, auditing, operations or financial institutions OR a Bachelor's degree.

Knowledge of activities in own job; skills gained through training or experience

High level of PC competencies (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access.Data visualization or data querying applications are a plus.)

Detail oriented, with good problem-solving skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education and Experience Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or related field

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $43.34 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America