Accounting Associate

Accounting AssociateAt 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 an Accounting Associate within PNC's Finance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Cincinnati, OH. As an Accounting Associate, you will be part of PNC's Finance organization, supporting leasing products with a portfolio of more than $13 billion in assets. This position is based in Pittsburgh, PA, or Cincinnati, OH, and requires working onsite five days per week. You will join a team of nine accounting professionals led by the PNC Leasing Products Controller and report directly to the Assistant Controller. This role offers excellent exposure to accounting operations within a dynamic business environment. As you develop your knowledge of the organization and the equipment finance industry, your responsibilities will continue to expand. You will work closely with the Assistant Controller, collaborate across multiple departments, and support a variety of accounting and reporting functions.Key Responsibilities:Perform monthly close activities and variance analysis for multiple entities.Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.Conduct accounting system research and support departmental projects.Prepare corporate reporting packages and ad hoc financial reports.Partner with business stakeholders and provide exceptional customer service.Respond to inquiries from Line of Business Operations teams.Support special projects and process improvement initiatives.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting.CPA or active pursuit of a CPA designation preferred.Two or more years of accounting experience preferred.Strong understanding of GAAP.Experience working with the general ledger, including account reconciliations and journal entries.Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyze financial data and work efficiently with large datasets.Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their accounting career within a highly collaborative team while gaining exposure to a large and complex leasing portfolio. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.