Senior Vice President, Hedge Fund Accounting Manager

BNY Mellon•Lake Mary, FL

12h

About The Position

Direct multiple Fund Accounting teams that provide accounting services to a broad array of assigned clients. Manage the unit’s financial and human resources and oversee teams primarily through subordinate managers, contributing to the achievement of multiple teams’ objectives. Lead fund accounting operations, client relationships, financial reporting, and staff development while ensuring effective operations and accurate reporting of fund performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
5–7 years of total work experience.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of management experience.
Experience at a Big 4 accounting firm.

Responsibilities

Direct multiple Fund Accounting teams responsible for determining net asset values, calculating fund performance, allocating expenses, and preparing reports for assigned clients.
Manage the unit’s financial and human resources and ensure teams operate effectively to meet unit goals and objectives.
Direct processes and allocate resources to determine net asset values for assigned funds across multiple sectors for each measurement cycle.
Manage client relationships and resolve escalated issues related to fund calculations and accounting.
Set priorities for checking the completeness and accuracy of financial statement disclosures and guide teams in maintaining accounting records according to departmental policies and procedures.
Evaluate GAAP and/or IFRS rules to assess the impact of new regulations on fund accounting practices and develop implementation strategies.
Implement and help set guidelines, policies, and priorities for drafting financial reports for clients to review fund performance and understand complex accounting matters.
Recruit, direct, motivate, and develop staff to maximize individual contributions, professional growth, and 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, and contribute to the achievement of multiple teams’ objectives.