Controller, Specialized Product Accounting Internship Program

Join M&T Bank as a Specialized Accounting Intern to gain hands-on experience in complex accounting within the banking industry and support financial reporting and controls. Your Role Here’s what you will be doing: • Assist in compiling and analyzing the performance of banking products and services • Participate in specialized accounting projects on an ad-hoc basis • Support the preparation of technical memos and accounting position papers • Assemble reconciliations of financial data and supporting schedules to the general ledger • Monitor accounting standard updates and assist in evaluating their impact on specialized areas • Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Treasury, Risk, Financial Reporting) to ensure accurate and compliant accounting treatment • Complete duties and responsibilities of an entry-level professional nature specific to assigned specialized accounting areas • Ensure activities adhere to established internal policies and external regulations as applicable • 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 • Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis • 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 and issues raised by external regulators • Complete other related duties as assigned About You The company is looking for: • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrated computer skills • Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented • Work Visa Sponsorship not offered for this role Compensation & Benefits • Pay range: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour, based on knowledge, skills, and experience • Pay rate specific to location within this range Training & Development Interns complete a 10-week program focused on professional development, career growth, and skill-building, with exposure to other departments through guest speakers and industry leaders. Career Progression Priority consideration for full-time opportunities throughout the Bank upon successful completion of the internship. This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible Report this job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job