Senior Accountant (contract)

BNY; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

BNY in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Senior Accountant to support legal entity controllership, revenue analysis, and financial reporting activities. The role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex accounting challenges, and is passionate about process improvement and automation.

The successful candidate will play a key role in financial analysis, month-end close activities, billing initiatives, and supporting strategic

Qualifications

• 5+ years accounting in mid-to-large enterprises.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and controllership activities.
• Experience with month-end close, variance analysis, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Revenue & Contract Analysis: evaluate contracts for revenue recognition and deferred revenue treatment.
• Financial Analysis: analyze P&L, balance sheets, and financial results for multiple entities.
• General Accounting & Controllership: support month-end close, reconciliations, variance analysis.
• Billing & Financial Projects: contribute to enterprise billing migrations and process improvements.
• Business Partnership: advise stakeholders on financial impacts of contract structures.
• Process Improvement & Automation: identify opportunities to automate accounting processes.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: analyze large datasets using Excel and reporting tools.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: work with finance, accounting, and business teams.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Contract analysis

Revenue recognition

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

Power BI

Power Query

Oracle General Ledger

Sage 50

Job description

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables you to grow and succeed. 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 and champions of inclusion, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance - and this is what is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Finance team supporting legal entity controllership, revenue analysis, and financial reporting activities. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex accounting challenges, and is passionate about identifying opportunities for process improvement and automation. The successful candidate will play a key role in financial analysis, month-end close activities, billing initiatives, and supporting strategic accounting projects across the organization.

This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA and follows a hybrid schedule with 4 days onsite per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Revenue & Contract Analysis: Analyze client contracts to determine appropriate revenue recognition and deferred revenue treatment while ensuring compliance with accounting standards
• Financial Analysis: Perform detailed analysis of profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and financial results for multiple legal entities
• General Accounting & Controllership: Support month-end and year-end close activities, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and general legal entity controllership responsibilities
• Billing & Financial Projects: Serve as a key contributor to enterprise billing initiatives, including ongoing billing migration projects and process enhancements
• Business Partnership: Collaborate with business stakeholders to evaluate client contract structures and provide accounting guidance on financial impacts
• Process Improvement & Automation: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, leverage automation tools, and improve operational efficiency
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze large financial datasets using advanced Excel and reporting tools to support business decisions and financial reporting
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with finance, accounting, and business teams to resolve accounting issues, improve processes, and support ongoing initiatives

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of accounting experience within mid-to-large enterprise organizations
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, financial analysis, and controllership activities
• Experience with month-end close, variance analysis, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze and manipulate large datasets
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, and manage multiple priorities
• Experience identifying process improvement or automation opportunities within accounting or finance functions

Preferred Experience:

• CPA certification
• Financial services industry experience
• Experience with billing processes or revenue recognition
• Experience supporting internally developed software or technology organizations
• Familiarity with Power BI, Power Query, Oracle General Ledger, Sage 50, or similar financial systems
• Exposure to AI-enabled productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot or similar technologies

Why Join Us:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance organization supporting high-impact accounting and controllership initiatives. If you're an experienced accounting professional who enjoys solving complex financial challenges and driving operational improvements, this role offers strong visibility, meaningful work, and the opportunity for long-term career growth.

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America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025

World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025

• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Pay Rate Range

48 - 60 USD hourly

Additional Notes

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

This posting is for a contract assignment with Tundra Technical Solutions to provide services to Bank of New York (BNY). Please note that this is not a full-time employment opportunity. Candidates selected for this role will be engaged as contractors for the specified duration of the project. For any inquiries regarding the terms of the contract or engagement, please contact Tundra Technical Solutions directly.

Benefits Information

Optional benefits offering include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits via Tundra Technical Solutions.