Accounting Operations Manager

Pay Range $117,746.00 - $156,995.00 Job Overview The Accounting Manager leads accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance, ensuring adherence to GAAP and SEC regulations. Oversees financial analysis, budgeting, and process improvements, providing strategic insights to senior leadership. Manages and mentors accounting teams, supports M&A activities, and drives operational efficiency with autonomy. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA certification highly preferred. 8+ years of progressive experience in banking, including supervisory or management experience. Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of GAAP. Ability to develop and establish financial policy and procedure. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with many levels of employees. Ability to manage and develop employees, knowledge of operating and capital budget concepts. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly proficient with Microsoft Office, financial software and database applications. Demonstrated project leadership skills. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Responsibilities / Tasks Direct and manage an accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities and/or operational activities (25%). Produce monthly data for financial statements in compliance with company regulations, professional standards, and SEC and GAAP reporting guidelines (25%). Perform financial analysis with Senior and Exec Management; direct and lead budget process; complete and review KPI's for the team (25%). Serve as department's primary research analyst, reviewing emerging guidance, assessing relevance and providing summaries to the Controller or CFO (15%). Supervise direct and review the work of accounting staff; coach and mentor team members, recruit, interview, hire and onboard new members (15%). Assist auditors and consultants with information needed (10%). Participate and work on M&A as needed (5%). Other duties as assigned (5%). Physical Requirements Communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers. Stationary 75% of time or greater. Move objects up to 10 lbs. Benefits for Full‑Time Employees Generous Paid Time Off: At least 22 days annually, prorated in the year of hire. Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of salary. Comprehensive Medical Coverage, including employer contributions to HSA for high‑deductible plans. Dental and Vision Coverage. Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care. Employer‑Paid Disability Coverage, short‑term and long‑term, with optional additional coverage. Life Insurance: Employer‑paid basic life insurance, with optional supplemental coverage. Voluntary Benefits including hospital, accident and critical illness coverage. Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer matching, optional Roth, and pension plan. Adoption Assistance. Tuition Reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Pet Insurance for furry friends. Financial and Banking Services. EEO Statement NBT Bank is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports a diversified environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or veteran status, recently separated veterans, genetic information, victims of domestic violence and stalking or any other class protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy applies to all terms of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr NBT Bancorp Inc.