Senior Vice President, Fund/Client Accounting Manager

BNY Mellon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

BNY in New York seeks a Senior Vice President, Fund/Client Accounting Manager to lead multiple Fund Accounting teams responsible for NAV calculations, fund performance, expense allocation, and client reporting.

The role oversees resources, ensures GAAP/IFRS compliance, interacts with auditors, and develops staff. Requires a Bachelor's in accounting and 5–7 years of experience, including Big 4 exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent.
• Total work experience 5–7 years with 1–3 years in management preferred.
• Big 4 accounting firm experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct multiple Fund Accounting teams responsible for NAV calculations, fund performance, expense allocation and client reporting.
• Oversee resource allocation and staffing to meet unit goals.
• Ensure disclosures and financial statements comply with GAAP/IFRS; guide teams accordingly.
• Maintain relationships with auditors and clients to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Recruit and develop staff to maximize contribution and teamwork.

Skills

Team Leadership

Fund Accounting

GAAP/IFRS

Client Management

Audits & Reports

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

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

We're seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Vice President, Fund/Client Accounting Manager to join our Fund Accounting team, based in New York, NY.

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

• Direct multiple Fund Accounting teams responsible for conducting accounting services on behalf of a broad array of assigned clients, including determining net asset values, calculating fund performance, allocating expenses, and preparing reports.
• Manage financial and human resources for the unit, ensuring assigned teams operate effectively to meet unit goals and objectives.
• Oversee processes and resource allocation to determine the net asset value (NAV) for assigned funds across multiple sectors for each measurement cycle.
• Manage relationships with a broad set of clients, resolving unique escalated issues related to fund calculations and accounting.
• Direct and prioritize processes that verify completeness and accuracy of disclosures in financial statements, providing guidance to teams to maintain accounting records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Evaluate GAAP and/or IFRS rules to assess the impact of new regulations on BNY Mellon fund accounting practices and develop strategies for implementation.
• Implement and assist in setting guidelines, policies, and priorities for drafting financial reports for clients to review fund performance, communicating complex accounting details effectively.
• Recruit, direct, motivate, and develop staff to maximize individual contributions, professional growth, and effective teamwork.
• Oversee relationships with auditors and clients to ensure financial reports accurately depict fund performance.
• Manage multiple Fund/Client Accounting teams primarily through subordinate managers, contributing to the achievement of multiple team objectives.

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

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7 years of total work experience with at least 1-3 years in management preferred.
• Experience at a Big 4 accounting firm preferred.

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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 base salary for this position is expected to be between $102,000 and $228,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.
This position is at-will and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, change in geographic location, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.