Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting

BNY; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid leaves including volunteer time

401(k) plan

Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Job summary

BNY in Pittsburgh is seeking a Fund/Client Accountant to conduct accounting services for complex funds and clients. This role involves performing reconciliations, drafting client reports, and providing insights on GAAP and IFRS impacts.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting and have 5-7 years of experience, preferably with a Big 4 firm. Join us at BNY and be part of a diverse, inclusive team that values excellence.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in accounting preferred.
• Experience in a Big 4 accounting firm is a plus.
• Ability to guide and review work of junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accounting services for clients and complex funds.
• Resolve reconciliations for complex accounts and transactions.
• Draft and review reports for clients on fund performance.

Skills

Fund/Client Accounting

GAAP and/or IFRS knowledge

Reconciliation skills

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

Job Description

Fund/Client Accounting - IC3Conducts accounting services on behalf of assigned clients and moderately complex funds including determining net asset values, calculating fund performance, allocating expenses and preparing reports. Performs complex Fund/Client Accounting responsibilities in the areas of driving Service Improvement plans, targeting efficiencies, enhancing processes and specialist review functions. Provides input into methodologies and checks the work of more junior team members. Provides guidance and reviews work related to cash and asset reconciliations relating to complex accounts or transactions. Resolves reconciliation of accounts for more complex or atypical transactions and reviews work of junior team members. Drafts reports for clients regarding the performance of complex funds. Reviews draft reports completed by more junior staff. Regularly interacts with clients in answering questions and resolving issues regarding fund reports and accounting processes. Assists in evaluating GAAP and/or IFRS rules to determine impact of new regulations on BNY Mellon fund accounting practices. No direct reports. Provides guidance to less experienced team members. May have people management responsibilities in some geographies. Contributes to the achievement of related teams objectives. Bachelors degree in accounting or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 5-7 years of total work experience preferred. Big 4 accounting firm experience preferred. BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Our ambition is to build the best global team? one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve? and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums.

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 what is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

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. BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting. Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an “at will” position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.