Operational Accounting Associate IV

Job Description:

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