Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting

Job-ID: 80258Category: Accounting ServicesLocation: New York, NY, United StatesSchedule: Full time, DayPosted: 2026-10-23Base Salary Min: 59000Base Salary Max: 124000Senior Specialist, Fund/Client AccountingAt BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Specialist, Fund/Client Accounting to join our Fund/Client Accounting team. This role is located in New York, NY (4 days in office expectation).In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways:Perform fund and client accounting activities for assigned portfolios, including the calculation and review of net asset values (NAVs), fund performance reporting, expense accruals, and financial reporting deliverables.Execute complex fund accounting processes while supporting initiatives focused on operational efficiency, process improvement, and risk mitigation across the accounting function.Review and resolve cash, asset, and accounting reconciliation exceptions by analyzing discrepancies, investigating root causes, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.Partner with internal stakeholders and external clients to address accounting inquiries, resolve operational issues, and support the delivery of high-quality client service.Monitor fund activity and financial reporting outputs to ensure compliance with accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and established control procedures.Provide guidance and quality review support to less experienced team members, helping promote consistency, accuracy, and best practices across the team.To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience required.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 effectively manage accounting-related inquiries and reporting requirements.Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.CPA designation, advanced accounting certification, and/or Big Four public accounting experience preferred.At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at:BNY NewsroomBNY LinkedInHere's a few of our recent awards:America's Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025World's Most Admired Companies, Fortune, 2025"Most Just Companies", Just Capital and CNBC, 2025Our 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 is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.About the organizationAt BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at BNY Newsroom & BNY LinkedIn Here’s a few of our recent awards:America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025“Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025Our 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 is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.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.About the companyAt BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.