Financial Analyst IV - Technology Finance (Hybrid - Buffalo, NY)

Overview :

In this role, you will provide FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) support for the Technology Infrastructure team and will advise senior management in an expert capacity.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Coordinate with the Technology Infrastructure team to ensure integrity of business and financial plans
• Partner with broader FP&A teams to communicate business drivers and variances in a holistic manner
• Manage Opex and headcount tracking and reporting for the Technology Infrastructure organization
• Manage Capex tracking for software assets and deployed equipment across Technology infrastructure and application development domains
• Support the development and maintenance of Technology services' total ownership cost; provide expertise on costing methodologies and consumption of services across the enterprise.
• Provide holistic view of performance for the Technology Infrastructure organization
• Focus on process improvement opportunities across all Infrastructure functions, FP&A, accounting, and other partners to improve efficiency, reporting and performance.
• Perform detailed, interpretative financial analysis utilizing complex modeling scenarios / activities with a large amount of independence.
• Build and maintain advanced forecasting models; work in collaboration with business groups to provide insightful analysis.
• Conduct independent research and complex analytical projects involving modeling / forecasting to provide senior management with definitive financial trend data and advice for their use in setting and realizing profit objectives.
• Perform complex ad hoc reporting such as acquisition analyses, cash flow projections, etc. to support management decisions.
• 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.

Supervisory / Managerial Responsibilities :

May have indirect supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience Required :

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience OR Associate's degree and a minimum of 7 years' experience in accounting, auditing, operations or financial institutions
• Comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles in multiple disciplines including finance and accounting
• Proficiency in accounting / finance analysis, modeling, querying and visualization tools

Education and Experience Preferred :

• Advanced degree or professional certification (i.e. CPA, CFA, etc.)
• Strong technical aptitude and advanced financial modeling skills.
• Highly organized with strong written and verbal communication skills and a customer focused, professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently, partner cross-functionally, and be self-motivated in a fast-paced and rapidly changing technology environment
• Intense attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast paced and dynamic environment with a high degree of personal accountability
• Self-starter - demonstrating high energy / creativity, relentless customer-focus, and entrepreneurial spirit

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $85,104.

04 - $141,840.07 Annual (USD). The successful candidate's particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America