M&T Bank

Full-service banking with mortgage, deposits, loans

Operational Accounting Associate 3 - Reconciliations

Financial AccountingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeGetzville, University at Buffalo, NY, USA$20.55 - $34.25 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
At least 3 years of relevant work experience is required.

Responsibilities

Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts and demand deposit accounts accurately and on time; identify out-of-balance conditions and unusual or aged items, and research complex issues.
Reconcile and report assigned portfolio activity to Finance, Audit, and Sarbanes-Oxley functions to support accurate financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Gather and research data to prepare routine accounting reports, including daily, weekly, or monthly departmental reports.
Resolve problems by identifying issues and escalating them as appropriate.
Research aged items and system outages affecting reconciliations and escalate as necessary.
Communicate with internal cross-functional areas, business partners, and investors to resolve routine inquiries and issues.
Update procedures when processes or accounting requirements change, with input from Operational Accountant III, IV, or a manager.
Participate in responsibilities associated with new business initiatives under a manager’s direction.
Mentor and train less experienced staff on routine tasks and questions.
Adhere to established policies, procedures, limits, and Corporate Risk policies, focusing on observable breaches.
Adhere to applicable compliance and operational risk controls in accordance with company or regulatory standards and policies.
Maintain internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points and issues raised by external regulators, as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.

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. Participate in 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 to identify issues and escalate as appropriate.
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.
Update procedures due to changes in process or accounting requirements with input from Operational Accountant III, IV or Manager.
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:

HS Diploma/GED

Plus 3 years 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 $20.55 - $34.25 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 America

About the Company

M&T Bank

Full-service banking with mortgage, deposits, loans

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, NY
Founded: 1993

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