Treasury Alm Analyst I

Overview:

Provides support for the Asset Liability Management function through the analysis and reporting of interest rate risk management to senior management to support strategic and tactical management decisions of the Bank's balance sheet.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Complete monthly analysis and reporting of the Bank's balance sheet interest rate risk position to senior management, providing a clear explanation of key drivers for changes in risk profile to meet internal and external regulatory guidance.
• Partner with business lines and Treasury team members to incorporate balance sheet and model assumptions for forecasting the Bank's balance sheet through a sophisticated model known as QRM (Quantitative Risk Management).
• Assist Asset Liability Management (ALM) team to develop ALM strategies by preparing, analyzing and reporting various scenarios modeled in QRM to support the management of interest rate risk management sensitivity analysis.
• Document and maintain proper procedures to serve as reference of processes completed in building the forecasted balance sheet and various analyses to ensure proper controls exist surrounding the quality and integrity of the interest rate reports produced for senior management.
• Use spreadsheet software, Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) and Business Intelligence software to develop custom reports.
• 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.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The Asset Liability Management Group's primary responsibility is to manage the interest rate and liquidity risk of the Corporation's balance sheet. The analysis created is used by the Bank's management to add support for strategic business decisions. Through this process, the group develops strategies to manage the composition of the Bank's investment portfolio.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree with coursework and proven proficiency in Finance, Accounting or Economics, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 4 years' of higher education and/or work experience in Finance, Accounting or Economics

Detail-oriented

Strong mathematical skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an equally strong desire to learn

Advanced computer skills and strong knowledge of pertinent spreadsheet and database software

Education and Experience Preferred:

Minimum of 2 year's proven Asset/Liability experience

Quantitative Risk Management (QRM), Bankware or related software experience

Experience in mathematical modeling of financial instruments

Proven track record for being able to work autonomously, work within a team environment, exhibiting demonstrated leadership and a strong desire to learn and contribute to a group

Skilled analyst with prior banking experience

Knowledge of bank products and services

Proven ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, coordinating multiple projects simultaneously

Location
Buffalo, New York, United States of America