Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting

Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting

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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting to join our Fund/Client Accounting team. This role is located in New York, NY (4 days in office expectation).

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

• Perform fund and client accounting activities for assigned portfolios, including the calculation and review of net asset values (NAVs), fund performance reporting, expense accruals, and financial reporting deliverables.
• Execute complex fund accounting processes while supporting initiatives focused on operational efficiency, process improvement, and risk mitigation across the accounting function.
• Review and resolve cash, asset, and accounting reconciliation exceptions by analyzing discrepancies, investigating root causes, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external clients to address accounting inquiries, resolve operational issues, and support the delivery of high-quality client service.
• Monitor fund activity and financial reporting outputs to ensure compliance with accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and established control procedures.
• Provide guidance and quality review support to less experienced team members, helping promote consistency, accuracy, and best practices across the team.

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

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Typically 5-7 years of experience in fund accounting, client accounting, financial reporting, or a related financial services environment.
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting principles, financial reporting processes, reconciliations, and investment products.
• Experience reviewing and resolving complex accounting transactions, exceptions, and operational issues in a controlled environment.
• Proven ability to interact directly with clients and effectively manage accounting-related inquiries and reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• CPA designation, advanced accounting certification, and/or Big Four public accounting experience preferred.

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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.

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