Operational Accounting Associate 2

**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 M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $18.68 - $31.14 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