Full-Time
Accessibility Specialist
Accessibility, Design Systems
Posted on 5/9/2026
M&T Bank
10,001+ employees
Full-service banking with mortgage, deposits, loans
Compensation Overview
$74.6k - $124.4k/yr
Buffalo, NY, USA
In Person
 QA & Testing (1) |
|---|
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ related experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 3 years’ related experience
- Demonstrated experience applying WCAG-aligned accessibility principles to digital products or platforms, including native iOS and Android experiences
- Working knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) sufficient to review implementations, evaluate accessibility behavior, and define system-level standards
- Strong experience writing accessible UX content, including plain language, semantic structure, and inclusive guidance
- Familiarity with industry-standard accessibility tools and testing methods, such as screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver), automated testing tools (e.g., aXe, WAVE), and manual testing techniques
- Experience working with design systems, component libraries, or shared UI platforms at the enterprise level
- Ability to translate accessibility standards into practical guidance for designers and engineers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Serve as the primary accessibility owner for M&T’s Enterprise Design System
- Define and evolve accessibility standards and best practices as they apply to system components, patterns, and documentation
- Partner with Enterprise Accessibility to align our implementation with enterprise and cross-platform accessibility strategy
- Advocate for accessibility as a foundational system capability rather than a downstream compliance activity
- Embed accessibility considerations into the design and development lifecycle of UI components and patterns
- Provide early accessibility guidance and feedback on new components and patterns during design exploration (e.g., Figma)
- Define system-level expectations for keyboard navigation, focus management, screen reader behavior, motion, and responsive behavior
- Ensure accessibility is addressed consistently across shared and platform-specific implementations
- Conduct accessibility reviews and audits of design system assets, independently or in partnership with external vendors
- Define and document accessibility best practices for design system consumers, including areas that must be handled at the application level
- Partner with engineering and Enterprise Accessibility to refine accessibility testing approaches, including keyboard navigation and interaction patterns as part of the definition of done
- Identify accessibility risks and gaps and work with partners to drive sustainable solutions
- Establish standards for accessible system-level content, emphasizing clear, plain-language writing that supports comprehension for diverse audiences
- Define best practices for semantic structure (e.g., headings, hierarchy) to support screen readers and scannability
- Provide principles and examples to help teams create appropriate accessible alternatives (such as text equivalents for visual content and media) while allowing flexibility across use cases and platforms
- Promote inclusive and culturally sensitive language practices, avoiding visual-dependent, directional, or ambiguous instructions
- Ensure design system documentation models accessible content practices for adopting teams
- Collaborate with content, design, engineering, product, and accessibility partners to support adoption of accessible system patterns
- Act as an accessibility advocate and subject-matter expert within the design system team
- Enable teams through documentation, guidance, and consultation
- Foster deep partnership with Content Strategy/Design
- CPACC or WAS Certification is strongly preferred
- Experience in financial services or other regulated industries
- Familiarity with modern design and development practices, including Figma and component-based front-end ecosystems (e.g., React, Angular, Lit)
- Experience collaborating with enterprise accessibility or governance teams
M&T Bank is a full-service financial institution that offers a wide range of banking solutions for individuals, small businesses, and larger enterprises. Its products include personal and business checking accounts, mortgage assistance programs, loans, deposits, investment products, and mobile banking. The bank serves mainly customers in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic United States and emphasizes community engagement and customer-focused service. It generates revenue from interest income, fees, and service charges tied to loans, deposits, and other financial products. The company’s recent merger with United Bank, N.A. expands its footprint and enhances its service offerings. The goal is to provide accessible financial services to communities while growing its market presence and deepening local connections.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Buffalo, New York
Founded
1993
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 2026 revenue hit $2.45B from commercial loan surge.
- Fee income grew 13% YoY in Q1 2026 via treasury services.
- United Bank merger expands footprint across Eastern U.S.
What critics are saying
- CRE office vacancies exceed 15% in New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania.
- Loan growth outpaces deposits, forcing costly wholesale funding.
- Fintechs like Chime erode Northeast retail deposit base.
What makes M&T Bank unique
- M&T Bank profitable every quarter since 1976, unlike peers.
- Top SBA lender nationally, #1 in key Eastern markets.
- Owns Wilmington Trust, largest U.S. personal trust providers.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Your Connections
People at M&T Bank who can refer or advise you
Benefits
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -5%1 year growth
↓ -5%2 year growth
↓ -5%M&T Bank Corporation is expected to announce its fiscal Q1 2026 earnings on 15 April, with analysts forecasting earnings of $4.03 per share, up 19.2% year-over-year. The Buffalo-based bank holding company has beaten Wall Street estimates in three of the past four quarters. For full-year 2026, M&T Bank is projected to deliver earnings per share of $18.77, representing 9.1% growth from fiscal 2025. The company's shares have risen 11.9% over the past 52 weeks, outperforming the financial sector but trailing the broader S&P 500. The bank's recent performance has been driven by higher net interest income, improved margins and disciplined cost control. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating, with a mean price target of $234.55, suggesting 14.6% upside potential.
M&T Bank has demonstrated solid revenue growth driven by its core lending business and fee-based operations. Net interest income grew at a 7.9% compound annual growth rate over seven years through 2025, supported by loan expansion and a strong deposit franchise. Loans and leases grew at a 12.9% CAGR over the same period, whilst deposits rose 9.2%. The bank has also strengthened non-interest income through treasury management, capital markets and mortgage banking, which grew at a 3.9% CAGR between 2018 and 2025. For 2026, management projects net interest income of $7.2-$7.35 billion and non-interest income of $2.67-$2.77 billion, up from $6.95 billion and $2.74 billion respectively in 2025. Average loans are expected to reach $140-$142 billion, with deposits at $165-$167 billion.
SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) refinanced $2.0 billion of its $2.4 billion corporate credit facility, extending maturities and reducing borrowing costs by 25 basis points across multiple components. The Manhattan...
M&T Bank chairman and CEO René Jones released his annual shareholder letter highlighting the bank's record $2.88 billion in earnings for 2025 and its technology transformation efforts. The letter emphasises how M&T outperformed peers despite an uncertain operating environment. Jones described the past year as a "Rorschach Economy", where different communities experienced varying economic conditions. He stressed the bank's focus on generating consistent, high-quality earnings rather than chasing short-term growth. The letter details M&T's investments in technology and talent development, whilst reinforcing the bank's commitment to traditional banking fundamentals. Jones credited the company's success to its employees, noting their adaptability and judgement in navigating industry changes. M&T operates across the eastern US from Maine to Virginia.
~ Proactive Step, Strengthens Liquidity, Reduces Borrowing Costs by ~$3.7 Million While Accelerating Growth ~CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public Education, Inc. (the "Company")