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NBT BankChief Accounting Officer
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Salary$300k – $350k
LocationNorwich, New York; Albany, New York; Syracuse, New York; Oneida, New York; Utica, New York
Typefull-time
SeniorityC-Suite
Experience15+ yrs
DepartmentAccounting
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedNov 3, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live5h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA
15+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
10+ years of leadership experience in banking or financial services
Experience with external audits, regulatory examinations, SEC reporting and technical accounting matters
MBA or Master's degree
Skills
GAAP
SEC reporting
Annual Salary Range: $300,000 - 350,000 plus bonus
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the Company’s accounting function. Responsibilities include oversight of all accounting operations, financial reporting, accounting policy, internal controls over financial reporting, regulatory reporting governance, technical accounting matters, external audit coordination, and accounting systems and processes. The CAO ensures the integrity and accuracy of the Company’s financial information; develops and maintains strong accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls; ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC disclosure requirements (as applicable), and banking regulatory reporting requirements; and serves as a key advisor to Executive Management and the Board regarding accounting, financial reporting, and emerging accounting issues. The CAO provides leadership in preparing the organization for increasing complexity associated with growth and ensures the accounting organization is scalable, efficient, and aligned with the Company’s strategic objectives.
Education and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
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MBA or Master’s degree preferred
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CPA required
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15+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
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10+ years of leadership experience in banking or financial services.
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Experience with external audits, regulatory examinations, SEC reporting and technical accounting matters required.
Skills and Abilities