Finance Lead - Capital Markets

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Finance Lead within PNC's Commercial and Institutional Banking (C&IB) Finance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA supporting the Capital Markets segment.

• Successful candidates will possess strong communication skills essential in presenting financial analyses and perspectives to senior leadership both verbally and visually. The role will offer a mix of project work, monthly and quarterly reporting, technical accounting research, business case development on products within Capital Markets, in addition to leading key initiatives and special requests put forth by business partners and Capital Markets leadership.
• Primary responsibilities and activities include

• •Performing as a key contributor within the capital markets finance team supporting monthly and quarterly reporting, driving key initiatives, preparing ad hoc analyses, and conducting accounting research to guide business initiatives.
• •Partnering with team members, line of business leaders, finance experts across the firm, and information technology to deliver accurate, insightful analyses and perspectives.
• •Leading advanced planning, analysis, solution development and presentation for complex strategic initiatives, ensuring quality and accuracy of data elements relative to the initiatives.
• •Analyzing and recommending solutions for key initiatives. Developing structured and compelling presentations to highlight key findings and making recommendations to key decision makers within the company.
• •Collaborating with the line of business to implement recommended strategic solutions.
• •Leading the review and analysis of complex transactions and communicating the implications to senior management.
• •Providing expertise, including specialized knowledge related to internal control processes and management financial reporting in support of the Finance department and business partners.
• •Leading team members on key projects and process enhancement implementations.

• The successful candidate will have the following qualifications
• •Strong working knowledge of general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, financial analysis, and management accounting concepts.
• •Solid understanding of the banking balance sheet and the capital markets business preferred.
• •Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing needs.
• •Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required. Experience with Hyperion Essbase, Oracle ERP and data analytics preferred.
• •Experience using technology platforms to support financial reporting, research and analysis.
• •Demonstrated competency in analytical and written and verbal communication skills. An ability to put complex subjects in simple terms to explain to management and partners.
• •High level of insightful curiosity in order to constructively challenge presented information to make sure it is accurate and meaningful.
• •Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills. Able to use technology, contacts and deductive reasoning to get to the bottom of reporting requests.
• •High degree of independent thinking, process leadership and the ability to build trusted relationships with line of business partners and across C&IB Finance.
• •Ability to actively lead a small team or work independently to plan and conduct non-routine financial analyses or projects.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• •Designs and leads preparation of timely, transparent, and succinct financial reports to enable informed decision-making by stakeholders. Collaborates with business unit leaders to produce timely and precise revenue, expense, and staffing forecasts. Develops strategic insights from data to enhance budget and forecast accuracy. Serves as a senior expert for the team.
• •Leads annual budget cycle and continuous monthly forecasting. Leads development of long term strategic plans. Presents business leaders and executives with key financial forecasts, metric-driven performance dashboards, and strategic business insights.
• •Performs on-demand analysis and generates custom reports to address specific business needs. Collaborates independently with the business on implementation and compliance of new accounting and regulatory standards.
• •Facilitates audit, regulatory, and investor requests by providing timely and accurate information. May communicate directly with external constituents. Promptly identifies and addresses control matters; maintains sound control processes. May also contribute to risk review and challenge for assigned business.
• •Demonstrates executive presence and the ability to effectively communicate directly with senior leaders and influence colleagues across all organization levels. Cultivates partnerships with colleagues across departments to ensure alignment and shared success.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• •Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• •Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Account Analysis, Accounting Research, Decision Making, Finance Strategy, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting and Analysis, People Management, Results-Oriented

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Budgeting, Business Analytics, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Finance and Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial And Accounting Systems, Institutional Finance, Managing Expenses And Finances

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid t