Financial Analyst III – Financial Planning & Analysis (Hybrid Buffalo, NY) Position Available In Erie, New York

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, meaning you will need to be able to secure and maintain work authorization without the need for a written submission by the company to a government agency, or the need for the company to make an entry as the immigration employer of record (e.g., STEM OPT training plan, I-20 Form endorsed for CPT, TN employer, etc.)

Overview:

Conduct highly technical research and analysis projects to provide senior management with definitive financial data and advice for their use in setting and realizing strategic objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

Mentors junior team members Conduct independent research and analytical projects involving financial modeling/forecasting to provide senior management with definitive financial trend data and advice for their use in setting and realizing strategic objectives. Assist with the design of 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) Perform detailed, interpretative financial analysis utilizing complex financial tools to demonstrate scenarios/activities. Build and maintain forecasting models/tools; work in collaboration with business groups to provide insightful analysis. Play a role in cross functional efforts, teams, leveraging resources and relationships across the Bank to further team of project goals. Create & maintain documentation of assigned tasks/processes. Evaluates situations using multiple sources of information and suggests insightful conclusions. Display advanced proficiency in the systems/tools used to generate standard financial reports on a periodic basis. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of finance and accounting concepts through the aggregation of financial data. Display an advanced 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. Participate in training and development opportunities across Finance and the Bank. Understand, adhere, and contribute to improvement / timeliness of deliverables and process efficiency. 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.

Scope of Responsibilities:

Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibility:

May train junior staff

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience OR Associate’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting auditing, operations or financial institutions Comprehensive understanding of finance and accounting concepts + knowledge of banking industry Strong technical aptitude and advanced financial modeling skills

Education and Experience Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or related field. Financial Services Industry experience M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $71,985.72 – $119,976.20 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 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. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. 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 – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do. 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. View M&T’s Human Capital Report to learn more. Ready to join our team? Submit your application today! If you are unable to apply through this site due to technical issues or need an accommodation to apply, please contact us at careersitesupport@mtb.com for assistance. 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. M&T Bank Corporation has policies and procedures in place to promote a drug free workplace.