Senior Vice President, Private Equity Fund Accounting

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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 days in office expectation).

• 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.

• 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.

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 leave, 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, and Protected Veterans.