About this role
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. Lead 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 around more complex issues and assist in formulating solutions.
- 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.
- Provide input regarding updates to procedures due to changes in process or accounting requirements.
- 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:
Bachelor’s Degree in financial field,
OR in lieu of a higher education degree,
4 years of 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 $22.61 - $37.67 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 AmericaOther facts
About M&T Bank
Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve. Founded in 1856 in Buffalo, NY we are now a top 11 full-service US-based commercial bank with a retail footprint across the east coast and wealth services available nationwide and abroad. As a bank, we offer advice, guidance, expertise, and solutions across the entire financial spectrum that combines M&T’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. We are a community-minded organization with more than 167 years of experience. We serve customers, community, and colleagues whether they be across the street, across the state or across the country.
As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values drive the work we do – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, candor and we seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members.
M&T Bank is unwavering when it comes to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.
What you'll do
- The Operational Accounting Associate IV is responsible for the timely and accurate reconciliation of assigned GL accounts and DDAs, as well as leading projects and resolving complex issues. The role involves communicating with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations.
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