Director ETF Fund Accounting

ACCA Careers; Dublin; On-site; EUR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

BNY in Dublin seeks a Director of ETF Fund Accounting to lead Ireland ETF Accounting Operations, delivering NAV production, pricing, controls, and client deliverables for Ireland and Luxembourg products.

You will build senior client relationships, drive operational excellence, partner with global teams, and lead onboarding and product launches while strengthening risk controls and promoting digital transformation.

Qualifications

• Extensive Fund Accounting expertise for ETF products in Ireland and Luxembourg.
• Strong leadership of large operational teams with accountability.
• Excellent client-facing capabilities and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Global teams to align processes and controls.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making.
• Effective communication and mentoring of teams.
• Agility to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.
• Ownership mindset and proactive problem solving.
• Energy and commitment to operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead Ireland ETF Accounting Operations and NAV production, pricing, and controls.
• Build strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and ensure delivery of high-quality service.
• Be a member of Dublin ETF Accounting Leadership Team and partner with global leaders.
• Drive operational excellence across the ETF Accounting lifecycle and remediation of risk themes.
• Collaborate with Global Product, Technology, Risk, Middle Office to align processes.
• Oversee onboarding, conversions and product launches for new funds.
• Strengthen control environment and manage audit interactions.
• Promote automation, digital tools, and AI-enabled capabilities.
• Serve as senior escalation point for complex issues and break resolutions.

Skills

Fund accounting

Leadership

Client facing

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational agility

Ownership mindset

Change leadership

Excellence focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

CFA/CPA/ACCA advantageous

Tools

NAV production tools

Job description

About Us

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

About Us

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Job Description

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director ETF Fund Accounting to join our ETF Fund Accounting team. This role is located in Dublin, Ireland.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead the Ireland ETF Accounting Operations teams for BNY strategically significant client Provide strategic and day‑to‑day leadership to high‑performing teams responsible for NAV production, pricing, controls, and client deliverables across their Ireland and Luxembourg ETF Products.
• Act as Ireland ETF Accounting Operations owner for single client Build strong relationships with senior client stakeholders, influence decision‑making, and ensure delivery of a consistently excellent service experience.
• Serve as member of the BNY Dublin ETF Accounting Leadership Team Maintain strong partnerships with senior leaders across the Dublin Site, championing a culture of operational excellence, and effectively influencing visiting global executives.
• Drive operational excellence across the ETF Accounting lifecycle Oversee daily NAV production and valuation controls.
• Partner with global internal functions Collaborate with Global Product, Technology, Risk, Middle Office and Functional Utility stakeholders to ensure alignment, resolve cross‑functional issues, and drive consistency in process and controls.
• Lead onboarding, conversions, and product launch activity Oversee operational readiness for new funds, complex product structures, and client‑driven change initiatives.
• Strengthen the control environment and risk culture Ensure robust oversight of key controls, manage audit interactions, and drive remediation of operational risk themes.
• Champion automation and digital transformation Promote adoption of digital tools, data‑driven solutions and AI‑enabled capabilities to reduce manual touchpoints and enhance operational resilience.
• Serve as senior escalation point for complex issues Provide direction on break resolution, valuation challenges, and client‑impacting incidents, ensuring timely and transparent communication.
  

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Extensive Fund Accounting expertise Deep understanding of ETF’s, NAV production, valuation methodologies, complex instruments, and accounting standards across Ireland and Luxembourg.
• Proven leadership of large, high‑performing operational team Ability to motivate, develop, and retain talent while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional client‑facing capability Demonstrated success influencing senior client stakeholders, managing complex discussions, and navigating competing priorities.
• Strong cross‑functional influence within global organisations Comfortable operating in a matrix environment and partnering with global teams to drive alignment and resolve issues.
• Control‑focused mindset with strong analytical capability Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and implement sustainable solutions in a risk‑sensitive environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Confident presenting to senior leadership, mentoring teams, and articulating complex topics clearly.
• Organisational agility and resilience Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment and adapting to evolving client needs.
• Self‑starter with strong ownership mentality Able to operate independently while knowing when to escape or collaborate.
• Energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to operational excellence Passion for leading teams through change and delivering high‑quality outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field Advanced degrees or professional qualifications (e.g., CFA, CPA, ACCA) are an advantage.

About The Team

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: BNY Newsroom & BNY LinkedIn

Here’s a Few Of Our Recent Awards

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits And Rewards

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.