Operational Accounting Associate II

Overview:  

Reconciliation of assigned GL accounts and DDAs timely and accurately.  Identify out of balance conditions, fraud, and unusual or aged items in assigned accounts and escalate per procedures.

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.
• With assistance, performs research to resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
• 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 Accountants II, III, IV or Manager.
• 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 2 yrs work experience

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