Accounting Associate

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 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 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 Supports the organization's accounting activities, including financial record keeping and reporting. Prepares, analyzes, and maintains records of organization's financial activity in accordance with GAAP, organizational standards, and in compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Creates and evaluates reports on financial performance for internal and external use. Interacts with all levels of an organization in determining content and summarizing data for management. Completes month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities including the preparation and review of journal entries and appropriate audit work papers, and the reconciliation of accounts for such activities. These activities may relate to bank accounting, loans and investments, deposits, and tax, including preparing the appropriate audit work papers for such activities. Supports and assists junior accounting staff in the development of their professional skills. 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 Balance Sheets, Decision Making, Finance, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Management Reporting, Tax Analysis Competencies Accounting, Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Effective Communications, Financial Analysis, Financial And Accounting Systems, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Controls Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 2+ years of relevant professional experience. 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   Pay Transparency Base Salary: $63,750.00 – $127,500.00 Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance. Application Window Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/15/2026, although it may be l