Vice President, Derivatives Fund Accounting

BNY Mellon

$120K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of derivatives experience in Fund Accounting, Middle Office, or Asset Management.
  • Familiarity with FIS Investment Accounting Manager (InvestOne) is a plus.
  • Deep knowledge of OTC derivatives products and lifecycle management.
  • Ability to operate independently with accountability for outcomes and risk decisions.
  • Experience managing day-to-day operational delivery while being technically involved.
  • Strong risk management and control mindset.
  • Data handling skills with experience in ETL tools and advanced MS Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Own service delivery for a portfolio of derivative clients ensuring accuracy and timely outcomes.
  • Oversee daily operations of the Lake Mary derivatives desk, managing work allocation and quality.
  • Sign off on daily OTC derivatives operations including trade validations and lifecycle events.
  • Resolve escalations and material exceptions while exercising good judgment on risks involved.
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance in all operations.

Benefits

  • Generous paid leave options, including volunteer time off.
  • Flexible resources and tools for personal and professional growth.
  • Access to comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • 401(k) plan participation with company contribution options.
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees and dependents.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Vice President, Fund/Client Accounting Manager

We're seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Fund/Client Accounting to join the Derivative Support Group within our Fund and Investor Services Client Platform team. This role is located in Lake Mary (4 days in office expectation per week).

In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways:
• Own end-to-end service delivery for an assigned portfolio of derivative clients, with accountability for accuracy, timeliness, client outcomes, and control adherence.
• Provide direct oversight and day-to-day management of a defined portion of the Lake Mary derivatives desk, including work allocation, prioritisation, and quality oversight.
• Run and formally sign off daily OTC derivatives operations, including trade capture validation, lifecycle management, break investigation, and NAV-impacting activities.
• Independently manage and resolve escalations and material exceptions, exercising sound judgement and escalating appropriately where client, financial, or control risk exists.

To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following:
• Strong derivatives experience within Fund Accounting, Middle Office, Asset Management, or Pricing; prior Fund Accounting experience beneficial.
• Experience with FIS Investment Accounting Manager (InvestOne) is a strong advantage.
• Strong OTC derivatives product and process knowledge, with hands-on lifecycle and reconciliation expertise.
• Proven ability to operate independently with full accountability for delivery, risk management, and escalation decisions.
• Demonstrated experience leading day-to-day operational delivery while remaining technically hands-on.
• Strong risk and control mindset with the ability to make sound production and sign-off decisions.
• Practical experience with ETL tools (e.g., Xceptor, Alteryx) preferred; advanced MS Excel required.
• Data and MI capability; experience structuring datasets and dashboards; Power BI beneficial.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field; professional qualification (e.g., CPA, CFA, FRM) beneficial but not required.

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 expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting.

Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee's eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, the employee will be in an "at will" position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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