Operational Accounting Associate III - Reconciliations

M&T Bank; Getzville (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank in Getzville, NY seeks an Accounting Analyst to reconcile GL accounts and DDAs, ensuring GAAP compliance and researching complex issues. You will gather data for routine reports and resolve issues with Finance, Audit, and cross-functional teams.

The role requires a HS Diploma/GED and 3 years of relevant experience, with a pay range of $20.55–$34.25 hourly (USD). The position emphasizes compliance, collaboration, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED is required.
• Plus 3 years relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and report assigned portfolio activity timely to Finance/Audit/SOX.
• Gather data to prepare routine accounting reports.
• Resolve problems and escalate as needed.
• Research aged items and outages on reconciliations.
• Communicate with internal cross-functional areas and investors.
• Update procedures with input from Accounting leadership.
• Participate in new business initiatives under Manager’s direction.
• Mentor and train less experienced staff.
• Adhere to policies and risk controls.
• Promote the M&T Bank brand and belonging.
• Maintain internal control standards and address audit points.

Skills

Reconciliation

GAAP knowledge

Data analysis

Cross-functional communication

Mentoring

Compliance

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Reconciliation of assigned GL accounts and DDAs timely and accurately. Identify out of balance conditions and unusual or aged items in assigned accounts. Research of complex issues. Participate in projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate reconciliation / reporting of assigned portfolio activity to Finance / Audit / 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 problem resolution to identify issues and escalate as appropriate.
• Perform research to resolve aged items and system outages on reconciliations escalate as necessary.
• Communicate with internal cross-functional areas, business partners and investors to assist in resolution of routine inquiries/issues.
• Update procedures due to changes in process or accounting requirements with input from Operational Accountant III, IV or Manager.
• Participate in responsibilities associated with new business initiatives under Manager’s direction.
• Mentors and trains less experienced staff on routine task and questions
• 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.

Education and Experience Required

HS Diploma/GED

Plus 3 years relevant work experience

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $20.55 - $34.25 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

Location

Getzville, New York, United States of America