James M. Bone, Jr., CPA, is the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Peoples Financial Services Corp., the holding company for PeoplesBank, a community-focused financial institution serving northeastern Pennsylvania. With over three decades of experience in financial management and accounting, Bone plays a pivotal role in steering the company's strategic financial direction, overseeing treasury operations, investor relations, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting. His leadership ensures robust fiscal health, supporting the organization's growth and commitment to delivering value to shareholders and customers alike. Bone joined Peoples Financial Services Corp. in 1994 as Controller, rising through the ranks due to his expertise in banking finance and his CPA credentials earned earlier in his career. Prior to Peoples, he honed his skills at a prominent regional public accounting firm, where he specialized in audits and financial advisory for financial institutions. Under his guidance, the company has navigated significant milestones, including successful capital raises, mergers and acquisitions, and adaptations to evolving regulatory landscapes such as Dodd-Frank and Basel III. Bone's achievements include enhancing operational efficiencies that have improved profitability metrics and strengthened the balance sheet, contributing to consistent dividend payments and stock performance. A respected figure in the industry, he actively engages with analysts and investors, fostering transparency and confidence in Peoples Financial Services Corp.'s future.