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 Senior Finance Specialist - Project Management within PNC's Finance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

This unique hybrid role combines traditional finance responsibilities with project-focused financial coordination within C&IB. Approximately 50% of the role is dedicated to core finance activities including budgeting, monthly close activities and forecasting. The remaining 50% is project management oriented where you will serve as the Financial Coordinator for C&IB projects. Project related activities include project budgets, forecasts and reporting across the project lifecycle. The position requires a close partnership with Program Managers, Project Managers (PMs) and Business Technology personnel.

Key Responsibilities
• Budgeting, monthly close activities, and ongoing financial forecasting
• Partner with Project Managers(PMs) and Business Technology teams on project financials
• Develop and maintain detailed reports, tracking budgets, forecasts, and performance
• Support data management initiatives and identify opportunities to improve processes
• Utilize advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables) for reporting and analysis

Preferred Background
• Experience in finance, audit, or tech finance
• Strong analytical and data management skills
• Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and understand project lifecycles

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 prepares 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.
• Collaborates with managers on, and may lead, annual budget cycle and continuous monthly forecasting. Contributes to and may lead development of long term strategic plans. Provides and 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. Promptly identifies and addresses control matters; maintains sound control processes. May also contribute to risk review and challenge for assigned business.
• 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