Senior Accountant - Banking Controls & Audit Readiness

Northfield Savings Bank; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 78,799,000 - 88,828,000; Full time

Job summary

Northfield Savings Bank is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team. This advanced role acts as a technical resource and mentor within the accounting group, leading complex functions, coordinating audits, and driving process improvements with strong internal controls.

You’ll serve as a subject matter expert, provide guidance to teammates, and collaborate with management to strengthen financial operations in support of organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or four years of related experience.
• Experience in an accounting department within a financial institution preferred.
• Experience with audits and risk management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior accounting resource, providing technical guidance, cross-functional support, and mentorship.
• Act as SME for specialized activities including investments, pledged assets, and IntraFi products.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulatory requirements, internal controls, and records management.
• Administer domestic and international wire transfers and train staff.
• Lead investigation and resolution of accounting discrepancies and control exceptions.
• Identify and lead process improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

Northfield Savings Bank is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team. This advanced role acts as a technical resource and mentor within the accounting group, leading complex functions, coordinating audits, and driving process improvements with strong internal controls.

You’ll serve as a subject matter expert, provide guidance to teammates, and collaborate with management to strengthen financial operations in support of organizational objectives.