Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting

BNY Mellon•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

BNY is seeking a Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting 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 calculation and review, fund performance reporting, expense accruals, and financial reporting deliverables. It also executes complex fund accounting processes and supports operational efficiency, process improvement, and risk mitigation initiatives. The Senior Specialist reviews and resolves cash, asset, and accounting reconciliation exceptions; works with internal stakeholders and external clients to address accounting inquiries and operational issues; and monitors activity and financial reporting for compliance with accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and control procedures. The role also provides guidance and quality review support to less experienced team members. BNY offers competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs, as well as flexible global resources and tools. The company highlights generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time.

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.
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 net asset values (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, investigating root causes, and ensuring financial-record accuracy.
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, promoting consistency, accuracy, and best practices.