Senior FP&A Financial Analyst & Forecasting Lead

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

Job summary

M&T Bank in Buffalo, NY seeks an experienced finance professional to conduct advanced financial research and provide senior management with definitive data for strategic objectives. The role supports FP&A and cross-functional teams, with independence and a focus on forecasting and analysis.

The position requires 5+ years of experience in accounting/finance, a strong understanding of financial statements, and advanced modeling skills.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor 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.
• Ensure success through shared responsibility of team workload to achieve department/project objectives
• 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.
• Display an expert-level understanding of M&T's 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

Skills

Advanced financial analysis

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Leadership

Written communication

Risk & regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

Advanced degree or professional certification (CPA, CFA)

Job description

M&T Bank in Buffalo, NY seeks an experienced finance professional to conduct advanced financial research and provide senior management with definitive data for strategic objectives. The role supports FP&A and cross-functional teams, with independence and a focus on forecasting and analysis.

The position requires 5+ years of experience in accounting/finance, a strong understanding of financial statements, and advanced modeling skills.