Vice President, Fund/Client Accounting

ACCA Careers; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BNY is seeking a Vice President, Private Equity Fund Accounting Manager in Dublin to oversee the delivery of accounting and reporting for private equity and other alternative investments. You will lead a team, drive controls, and leverage AI-enabled tools to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.

In this role you will manage complex fund structures, coordinate with auditors and clients, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification ACA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred.
• Significant experience in fund accounting and private equity.
• Experience with IFRS and US GAAP reporting.
• Knowledge of LPs, SPVs, and private capital structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team delivering fund accounting services for private equity and alternative investment structures.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, NAV packages and capital statements.
• Manage accounting activity across the fund lifecycle including capital calls and distributions.
• Review reporting for complex structures such as LPs, feeder funds and SPVs.
• Ensure deliverables meet client expectations, controls and regulatory obligations.
• Coordinate quarter- and year-end activities with auditors and clients.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Fund accounting

IFRS/US GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

ACA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred

Tools

Investran

eFront

Geneva

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. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Job Description

Due to continued business growth and new client wins, we are seeking a Vice President, Private Equity Fund Accounting Manager to join our Accounting Services team in Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fund accounting leader to oversee the delivery of high-quality accounting and reporting services across private equity and alternative investment structures, while developing talent, enhancing controls, and driving operational excellence.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead and develop a team responsible for delivering fund and client accounting services for private equity and alternative investment structures.
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, NAV reporting packages, capital statements, and other key fund accounting deliverables, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Manage accounting activity across the private equity fund lifecycle, including capital calls, distributions, investment activity, expense accruals, management fees, and carried interest calculations.
• Review accounting and reporting for complex fund structures, including limited partnerships, feeder funds, SPVs, and related entities.
• Ensure all deliverables meet client expectations, internal control requirements, accounting standards, and regulatory obligations.
• Act as an escalation point for complex accounting, reporting, and client issues, partnering with stakeholders to deliver effective and controlled solutions.
• Support quarter‑end, year‑end, and audit activity, coordinating closely with internal teams, external auditors, and clients.
• Drive process improvements through standardization, control enhancement, and the effective use of technology.
• Leverage technology, automation, and AI‑enabled tools to improve reporting accuracy, streamline workflows, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support a consistently high standard of client service.
• Coach and develop team members, strengthening technical capability, leadership skills, and overall team performance.
• Foster a team culture aligned to BNY’s principles through accountability, collaboration, client focus, and continuous improvement.

To Be Successful In This Role, You’ll Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA preferred.
• Significant experience in fund accounting, private equity fund administration, alternative investment servicing, or client accounting.
• Strong technical knowledge of private equity fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, investor allocations, management fee accounting, carried interest and waterfall calculations, portfolio investment accounting, period‑end close, and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing financial reporting under IFRS and/or US GAAP.
• Strong understanding of private equity fund structures, including limited partnerships, feeder vehicles, SPVs, and other private capital entities.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management capabilities, including team development and performance oversight.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with fund accounting systems, general ledger platforms, and reporting tools.
• Experience driving continuous improvement in a controlled, deadline‑oriented environment.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting private equity, real estate, infrastructure, venture capital, or other alternative asset classes.
• Familiarity with multi‑jurisdictional fund structures and European servicing environments.
• Knowledge of alternative investment accounting platforms such as Investran, eFront, Geneva, or similar systems.
• Experience supporting new business onboarding, fund launches, or conversion activity.

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.