Senior Finance Manager - Controller

M&T Bank Corporation; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to lead a dynamic team within their Controller department. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to manage critical financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all reporting processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in finance, with a minimum of nine years of experience, including managerial responsibilities. This position not only emphasizes technical expertise in GAAP and financial regulations but also values leadership and communication skills to foster a collaborative environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 9+ years in Finance with 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and banking industry principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and manage accounting policies.
• Ensure compliance with risk and regulatory standards.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Business

Advanced Degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Senior Finance Manager - Controller

Apply remote type Hybrid Position locations Buffalo, NY time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R71551

Overview:

Leads a unit within the Controller department of Finance, e.g. Accounting Policy or Corporate Reporting. Manages operations related to financial information and may have responsibility for regulatory reporting.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Makes recommendations and decisions to business line and operations' managers regarding accounting policies and interpretations thereof.
• Research technical accounting issues. Interpret and implement new technical accounting standards that affect department and the bank’s financial status.
• Leads the department through subordinate managers to ensure the accuracy, integrity and timely filing of all the company’s external and internal financial reporting.
• Manages the operations for various monthly and quarterly processes. Applies comprehensive knowledge to decisions on these processes.
• Exercise usual authority of a manager concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management and terminations.
• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity 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:

Manages subordinate managers. Full supervisory, development of team through professional leadership. Possess ability to direct/persuade/influence across division and peers throughout the bank.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum 9 years’ experience in Finance, Business or a related field with 3 years’ managerial experience or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 13 years’ higher education and/or work experience with 3 years’ managerial experience.

Strong organization skills with emphasis placed on detail and the ability to work effectively under time constraints.

Strong analytical ability and creative problem-solving skills, including knowledge and application of GAAP.

Demonstrated accuracy and timeliness.

Demonstrated teamwork leadership.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

In-depth knowledge of the banking industry and related GAAP principles.

Strong interpersonal skills and maturity to build relationships and interact from a business as well as a technical standpoint.

Education and Experience Preferred:

Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.

CPA Experience in financial planning and analysis, accounting, strategic planning with financial services industry.

Location:

Buffalo, New York, United States of America

Compensation:

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $118,945.80 - $198,243.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

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M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans. M&T Bank Corporation has policies and procedures in place to promote a drug-free workplace.