Financial Analyst IV - FP&A Technology & Data

mtb; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank in Buffalo seeks an experienced FP&A professional to conduct advanced financial research and provide strategic analysis with independence. You will support Technology & Data and contribute to investment reporting within FP&A.

You will lead a team, build forecasting models, communicate results concisely, and ensure accuracy and risk adherence as part of a hybrid in-office role at One M&T Plaza Buffalo, NY.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years' experience in accounting/finance or related field.
• Strong understanding of finance and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in accounting/finance analysis, modeling, querying and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Leads work streams, trains and mentors junior team members.
• Directs and influences peers and managers.
• Performs independent financial research and complex modeling to provide senior management with insights.
• Leads medium-scale projects and ensures timely, high-quality results.
• Develops advanced forecasting models and collaborates with business groups.
• Produces clear written summaries of analytical work.
• Understands MT Bank financial statements and key drivers.
• Maintains internal controls and complies with risk standards.

Job description

Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future - including all F-1 visa holders (CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT) - will not be considered for this role.

Work Model:

This is a hybrid position requiring 4 days in-office per week at One M&T Plaza Buffalo, NY only

Overview:

Conduct advanced financial research and analysis projects with a large amount of independence. Provide comprehensive advice/options to senior management in an expert capacity for use in setting and realizing strategic objectives. Support of Technology & Data as well as portion of strategic investment reporting within FP&A department.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Allocates work as a team leader; trains and mentors/develops junior team members.
• Possess ability to direct/persuade/influence peers and manager
• Conduct independent research and complex analytical projects involving financial modeling/forecasting to provide senior management with definitive financial trend data and advice for their use in setting and realizing objectives.
• Design projects and may lead projects of moderate scope.
• Ensure success through shared responsibility of team workload to achieve department/project objectives (volume, quality, timeliness of end results)
• Build and maintain advanced forecasting models/tools; work in collaboration with business groups to provide insightful analysis.
• Develop clear, concise written summations of analytical work
• Displays complex judgment based on advanced analytical thought
• Shows accountability for accuracy and quality of work products of the team.
• Demonstrate expert-level knowledge of finance and accounting concepts through the aggregation of financial data
• Display an expert-level 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
• 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 and accounting
• Proficiency in accounting / finance analysis, modeling, querying and visualization tools

Education and Experience Preferred:

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

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