Finance – Accounting & Tax Lead Senior

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success.

As a Senior Regulatory Reporting & Accounting Lead (VP) within PNC's Finance organization, you can be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Birmingham, AL or Cleveland, OH.

At PNC, accurate and transparent regulatory reporting is essential to how we operate and to the trust our regulators and stakeholders place in us. This role will serve as a go-to subject matter expert on our regulatory reporting requirements and the accounting considerations behind them.

In this role, you'll help shape how PNC interprets and responds to a changing regulatory landscape. You'll evaluate the impact of new rules, guide stakeholders through what those changes mean for their reporting, set policy direction, and strengthen the governance practices that keep our submissions accurate and compliant. It's a role for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, connecting the dots across teams, and being a trusted advisor when the answers aren't always obvious.

You'll work closely with partners across Finance, Risk, Operations, Corporate Controllers, Regulatory Reporting, and the lines of business to tackle tough reporting questions, stay ahead of emerging requirements, and support a strong control environment.

Job Description
• Provide regulatory reporting advisory support for new products, transactions, organizational changes, and strategic initiatives.
• Interpret regulatory reporting requirements and develop technical positions for complex accounting, capital, liquidity, and financial reporting matters.
• Monitor regulatory, accounting, and industry developments and assess their impact to reporting processes and obligations.
• Lead regulatory change implementation efforts end to end, including stakeholder communication, impact assessments, and readiness activities.
• Maintain regulatory reporting policies, governance standards, and interpretive guidance to ensure consistent application across the enterprise.
• Strengthen the regulatory reporting control environment through partnership with Risk, Compliance, and Audit, including support for examinations and remediation efforts.
• Collaborate across Finance, Risk, Technology, Operations, and business teams to enhance reporting accuracy, governance, and operational effectiveness.
• What You'll Bring
• Deep knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements (e.g., FR Y-9C, FR Y-14, Call Report) and the related accounting considerations.
• A strong grasp of banking products, capital, and liquidity concepts.
• The ability to translate complex, technical topics into clear guidance for a range of audiences—from working teams to senior leadership.
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and comfort operating across multiple functions.
• A track record of navigating change and building durable governance and controls.PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Leads in providing specialized finance, accounting, tax, external reporting and analytical expertise in support of a centralized finance, accounting tax or reporting function, a line of business function or a business unit.
• Leads, performs or oversees the review and analysis of complex transactions, change in processes, or new and existing product offerings, researches the applicable accounting, reporting, regulatory or tax guidance, as appropriate, analyzes the operational impacts, and communicates the implications to senior management.
• Leads in the preparation accounting, tax and or operational memorandum and related presentations related to new accounting or tax pronouncements, business processes, or changes in product offerings and their impact on PNC for review with senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Provides accounting, tax, and operational expertise including specialized knowledge related to internal control and financial and accounting system processes for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities in support of both Finance and business service partners.
• Supports and assists the centralized accounting and reporting management teams and the business units in the development and training of staff related to GAAP, tax changes and compliance with provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Account Analysis, Accounting Research, Decision Making, Finance Strategy, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting and Analysis, People Management, Results-Oriented

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Budgeting, Business Analytics, Consulting, Effective Communications, Finance and Accounting, Financial And Accounting Systems, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance, Tax Management

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $112,000.00 – $208,000.00Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 11/03/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [email protected]. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses.  Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace.  We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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