Senior Vice President, Private Equity Fund Accounting

BNY Mellon

$102K — $205K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience
  • 5-7 years total work experience
  • 1-3 years management experience preferred
  • Experience at a Big 4 accounting firm preferred
  • Strong understanding of fund accounting standards

Responsibilities

  • Direct multiple Fund Accounting teams overseeing accounting services for assigned clients
  • Manage financial and human resources to meet team goals
  • Oversee processes determining net asset value (NAV) for various sectors
  • Maintain client relationships and resolve escalated fund accounting issues
  • Verify accuracy and completeness of financial statements
  • Guide teams on compliance with accounting policies and procedures
  • Evaluate GAAP/IFRS regulations affecting fund accounting practices
  • Recruit and develop staff to enhance teamwork and professional growth

Benefits

  • Access to flexible global resources and tools for personal well-being
  • Generous paid leaves, including volunteer time
  • Support for health and financial goals through well-being programs
  • Strong culture of excellence with a pay-for-performance philosophy
Full Job Description
We're seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Vice President,to join our Private Equity team.. This role is located in New York (4 day in office expectation).

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 in determining the net asset value (NAV) for assigned funds in 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 the completeness and accuracy of disclosure in financial statements.
  • Provide guidance to teams to ensure accounting records comply with departmental policies and procedures and resolve complex escalated issues.
  • Evaluate GAAP and/or IFRS rules to determine 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 and communicate complex accounting intricacies.
  • Recruit, direct, motivate, and develop staff to maximize individual contributions, professional growth, and effective teamwork.
  • Oversee relationships with auditors and clients to update financial reports ensuring accurate depiction of fund performance.
  • Manage multiple Fund/Client Accounting teams primarily through subordinate managers and contribute 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.

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 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 $205,000 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.

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