This position will work 3 days in office out of the One M&T Plaza in Buffalo, NY. **About the role:** As the the Financial Analysis Consultant you will be a key player in the "forecasting and analysis" of the bank's financial performance by analyzing historical results and predicting future outcomes. You will demonstrate expert-level knowledge of finance and accounting concepts that will provide comprehensive advice/options to senior management for use in setting strategic objectives. A strong knowledge on how internal and external variables interact with each other to influence business performance is critical. **What you'll do:** **Strategic Finance Forecasting and Analysis:** + Demonstrate expert-level knowledge of finance and accounting concepts through the aggregation of financial data. + Display an expert-level understanding of M&T's (or applicable Business Unit within) financial statements; including awareness of key drivers/trends in major Balance Sheet and Income Statement line items + Demonstrate expert knowledge of a departmental discipline and independently convey findings to senior management. Independently perform detailed, interpretative financial analysis utilizing complex financial tools to demonstrate scenarios/activities. + Develop clear, concise written summations of complex analytical work. + Need experience producing reporting and writing analysis of the information that will be presented to senior leadership for quarterly earnings. + Independently develop improved financial departmental tools and processes. + Shows accountability for accuracy and quality of work products within a discipline + 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. **Education and Experience Required:** + Bachelor's degree and a minimum 7 years’ experience OR Associate's degree and a minimum 9 years’ experience in accounting, auditing, operations or financial institutions + Broad and comprehensive understanding of theories and practices in finance and accounting within the commercial banking industry + Strong understanding of financial concepts/theory and how it relates to profitability reporting **Education and Experience Preferred:** + Advanced degree or professional certification (i.e. CPA, CFA, etc.) + Prepare quarterly Board of Director presentations and other key presentations to guide strategic decision making. + Proven track record of accurate forecasting, with the ability to identify trends and provide insightful analysis + Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills + Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and draw meaningful conclusions M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $100,611.94 - $167,686.57 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 M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.