Financial Analyst IV - Controller

M&T Bank; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank in Buffalo, NY seeks a senior financial professional to lead a team, prepare and analyze complex financial schedules and regulatory reports, and ensure data integrity and internal controls. The role involves mentoring junior staff, resolving issues, and communicating results to management.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) with multiple years in accounting or regulatory reporting, strong Excel/PowerPoint/Word skills, and a CPA/CFA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, auditing, operations or finance.
• Experience in finance/regulatory reporting and bank operations.

Responsibilities

• Allocates work as a team leader and mentors junior staff.
• Performs variance analysis and ensures timely report submission.
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Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Access

Data visualization

Data querying

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Advanced degree or CPA/CFA

Tools

None

Job description

Overview:

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.

Primary 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. Strong knowledge of various tax regulations as applicable.

• Requires complex judgment based on advanced analytical thought.

• 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.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

May have indirect supervisory responsibilities

Education and Experience Required:

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

Education and Experience Preferred:

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

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M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. 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.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America

M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.