Sandra Cinelli Roland
AAP, APRP, CAMS, NCP
Lead Advisor
Sandy Cinelli brings nearly 25 years of expertise in banking, payments, and compliance to her role as Lead Advisor at NEACH Payments Group. Her diverse career journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing financial services and supporting industry professionals.
Sandy’s career began at Bridgewater Savings Bank, where she managed Deposit Operations and served as AVP Operations for over 15 years. She then advanced to Virginia National Bank, holding the position of Vice President & Deposit Operations Officer.
In 2015, Sandy joined NEACH, initially serving as Director of Risk & Compliance before becoming Senior Director of Education. During her tenure, she also worked as a Senior Advisor for NEACH Payments Group, playing a key role in delivering education and compliance support to financial institutions.
From 2022 to 2024, Sandy expanded her expertise through roles with Lillie & Company, LLC and Lillie Resource Group as a Senior Compliance Consultant and Director of Payments & Compliance, respectively. In December 2024, she returned to NEACH Payments Group as Lead Advisor.
Sandy holds multiple industry certifications, including Accredited ACH Professional (AAP), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified National Check Professional (NCP), and Accredited Payments Risk Professional (APRP).
Throughout her career, Sandy has been recognized for her ability to manage ACH programs, conduct compliance audits, and deliver tailored training, establishing her as a trusted advisor and leader in the payments industry.
