Full-Time

Business Systems Analyst

Commercial and Credit Banking

Posted on 10/31/2025

M&T Bank

M&T Bank

10,001+ employees

Full-service banking with mortgage, deposits, loans

Compensation Overview

$71.6k - $119.3k/yr

Buffalo, NY, USA

In Person

Category
Finance & Banking (2)
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Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years’ combined experience in business analytics, operations, or higher education.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management abilities.
  • Proficiency in personal computing and relevant software tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
  • Lead functional design and testing efforts for enterprise-wide initiatives, compliance requirements, and BAU system enhancements.
  • Prepare detailed functional specifications, test plans, and test cases; execute and validate results.
  • Facilitate backlog reviews and proactively identify gaps in user stories—asking “what-if” questions to ensure completeness.
  • Collaborate with product owners to validate implementation accuracy and business alignment.
  • Engage in data modeling and ERD diagram interpretation to support system integration and conversion efforts.
  • Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless implementation and post-launch stability.
  • Act as Test Coordinator for large initiatives involving multiple applications and teams.
  • Support Commercial Customer Onboarding applications and related systems.
  • Monitor scope, regulatory compliance, and adherence to Corporate Technology standards.
  • Drive resolution of issues during testing and post-implementation phases.
  • Promote a culture of belonging and innovation aligned with the M&T Bank brand.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Subject matter expertise in commercial banking applications and systems.
  • Experience with Jira or similar backlog management tools.
  • Familiarity with application development platforms and banking frameworks.
  • Ability to write complete user stories and identify gaps in existing documentation.
  • Strong curiosity and analytical mindset—testing beyond documented boundaries.
  • Experience supporting commercial customer onboarding or similar enterprise applications.
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across technical teams.
  • Understanding of bank acquisition methodology or conversion experience.
  • You ask great questions and go beyond surface-level requirements.
  • You’re a highly collaborative analyst and tester who thrives in cross-functional environments.
  • You bring a proactive, detail-oriented approach to every project.
  • You understand the business perspective and can translate it into actionable technical requirements.

M&T Bank is a full-service financial institution that offers a wide range of banking solutions for individuals, small businesses, and larger enterprises. Its products include personal and business checking accounts, mortgage assistance programs, loans, deposits, investment products, and mobile banking. The bank serves mainly customers in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic United States and emphasizes community engagement and customer-focused service. It generates revenue from interest income, fees, and service charges tied to loans, deposits, and other financial products. The company’s recent merger with United Bank, N.A. expands its footprint and enhances its service offerings. The goal is to provide accessible financial services to communities while growing its market presence and deepening local connections.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Buffalo, New York

Founded

1993

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q1 2026 revenue hit $2.45B from commercial loan surge.
  • Fee income grew 13% YoY in Q1 2026 via treasury services.
  • United Bank merger expands footprint across Eastern U.S.

What critics are saying

  • CRE office vacancies exceed 15% in New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania.
  • Loan growth outpaces deposits, forcing costly wholesale funding.
  • Fintechs like Chime erode Northeast retail deposit base.

What makes M&T Bank unique

  • M&T Bank profitable every quarter since 1976, unlike peers.
  • Top SBA lender nationally, #1 in key Eastern markets.
  • Owns Wilmington Trust, largest U.S. personal trust providers.

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Benefits

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

-5%

2 year growth

-5%
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