Accounting Analyst

Description

The hiring manager is looking to add a team member to support the Allowance for Credit Losses (ACL) function within the bank's finance organization. The team is responsible for following CECL (Current Expected Credit Loss) guidelines and other regulatory requirements to determine loan loss reserves across the bank's portfolios.

The role will focus on:

Supporting the ACL process and calculations.
Analyzing financial and portfolio data.
Preparing reporting and presentations.
Assisting with SEC reporting requirements.
Ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting activities.

OVERVIEW:
Supports all accounting-related activities, projects, analysis and/or conversions for an assigned area outside Finance. Responsible for development and management of operational accounting control functions in support of the Bank's accounting systems for an assigned area, including maintaining accounting entry flow process to support accurate and timely reconciliation of all general ledger accounts and internal and/or external reporting of financial information and regulatory reporting.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the monthly closing of the general ledger for assigned area outside Finance, including analyzing and interpreting account fluctuations and monthly/quarterly reporting (could include manual processing).
Support monthly variance analyses, reconciliations, tests of accounting data integrity and work paper review.
Review accounting transaction documentation for completeness and accuracy; research account variances.
Work with more experienced personnel in supporting the improvement and implementation of existing processes and new processes related to the accounting for various products that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
May support integration of acquired portfolios to the Bank's general ledger.
May support creation of business requirements documents and functional requirements as well as test and implement these new requirements.
Prepare accounting reports specific to assigned area in a timely and accurate manner.
Assist with problem resolution and data interpretation, complete mechanical review and variance analysis, and ensure timely submission of reports.
Complete accounting tasks in a manner compliant with applicable laws and regulations and/or that serve to help the Company be in compliance with laws and regulations that apply to the business line the position supports.
Participate in departmental task and project planning and other administrative duties.
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 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.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position works independently under general supervision. This position has interaction with internal Bank business partners as well as internal and external auditors with support of more experienced personnel.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Initial Training Period
First 1–2 weeks focused on:
Learning processes and workflows
Understanding models and reporting requirements
Shadowing team activities
Ongoing Responsibilities
Heavy use of Excel.
Analyze and validate outputs from forecasting models.
Compare and reconcile data between reporting periods.
Prepare presentations and reporting materials.
Review financial results for accuracy.
Replicate quarterly reporting processes.
Investigate significant changes in financial metrics and explain trends.
Support SEC reporting activities and documentation.
SEC Reporting

The role assists with:

SEC filings submitted through EDGAR.
Reviewing prior reports.
Understanding how reported figures are derived.
Preparing documentation and supporting schedules within Excel and Adobe tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Systems & Technical Skills
Required
Microsoft Excel (primary tool)
Preferred
Basic SQL knowledge
Data Environment
Data is stored within a Microsoft SQL Server environment.
Queries pull model outputs and financial data into Excel.
The team generally focuses more on:
Understanding the data
Analyzing trends
Explaining variances

Rather than building complex SQL queries.

Example:

If a balance changes from $100 to $1,000, the analyst should investigate and explain the reason for the change.
Key Traits for Success

The hiring manager is looking for someone who can:

Follow established reporting processes.
Work independently after training.
Demonstrate strong curiosity about the numbers.
Move beyond simply producing reports and understand the story behind the data.
Ask questions and identify potential issues or trends.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $34.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Buffalo,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.