Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting

BNY Mellon • New York, NY

3d • $59,000 - $124,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

BNY is seeking a Senior Specialist to join its Fund/Client Accounting team in New York, NY, with an expectation of working in the office four days per week. The role performs fund and client accounting for assigned portfolios, including NAV calculations and reviews, performance reporting, expense accruals, and financial reporting deliverables. It also handles complex accounting processes and supports operational efficiency, process improvement, and risk mitigation initiatives.

The specialist investigates and resolves reconciliation exceptions, collaborates with clients and internal stakeholders on accounting matters, and monitors reporting and fund activity for compliance with policies, regulations, and controls. The role also provides guidance and quality-review support to less experienced team members. BNY describes its compensation and benefits as competitive and performance-based; eligible employees may participate in a 401(k) and company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans, and may receive paid time off and other benefits depending on the position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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 manage accounting-related inquiries and reporting requirements effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation.
• Advanced accounting certification.
• Big Four public accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform fund and client accounting activities for assigned portfolios, including calculating and reviewing NAVs, fund performance reporting, expense accruals, and financial reporting deliverables.
• Execute complex fund accounting processes and support operational efficiency, process improvement, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Review and resolve cash, asset, and accounting reconciliation exceptions by analyzing discrepancies and investigating root causes.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external clients to address accounting inquiries, resolve operational issues, and support high-quality client service.
• Monitor fund activity and financial reporting outputs for compliance with accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and established control procedures.
• Provide guidance and quality-review support to less experienced team members.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits, with eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award.
• Eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan.
• Eligible employees may participate in company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans.
• Paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time, depending on the position offered.
• Generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time.
• Wellbeing programs and flexible global resources and tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior