Steven M. Klein
About Steven M. Klein
Steven M. Klein is the Chief Executive Officer of Northfield Bank, where he has served since 2017. He has extensive experience in banking and finance, having held various leadership positions at Northfield Bank and KPMG, and is actively involved in several professional organizations and community boards.
Work at Northfield Bancorp
Steven M. Klein has held multiple leadership roles at Northfield Bank since 2005. He currently serves as Chief Executive Officer, a position he has held since 2017. Prior to this role, he was President from 2013 to 2017 and Chief Operating Officer from 2011 to 2017. Klein also served as Executive Vice President from 2005 to 2013 and Chief Financial Officer from 2005 to 2011. His extensive tenure at Northfield Bank spans over 18 years, contributing to the bank's growth and operational efficiency in the Greater New York City Area.
Education and Expertise
Steven M. Klein earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Montclair State University, where he studied Accounting and Business Management from 1983 to 1987. He is a Certified Public Accountant registered in the State of New Jersey. Klein's expertise includes financial management, operational leadership, and governance within the banking sector, supported by his extensive experience in both executive roles and audit practices.
Background
Before joining Northfield Bank, Steven M. Klein worked at KPMG for 19 years, where he held positions including Senior Auditor and Audit Partner in the New Jersey community banking practice. His experience at KPMG provided him with a strong foundation in auditing and financial oversight, which he has applied throughout his career in banking.
Achievements
Klein serves on several committees and boards, including the America’s Community Bankers Corporate Governance Committee, SEC Committee, and Accounting and Finance Committee. He is also a Trustee of Richmond University Medical Center and the Northfield Bank Foundation. Additionally, he has been a Board Member of Middlesex Water Company since 2010, demonstrating his commitment to community service and governance.