Lead Manager, Accounting

Overview

Job Description:

We are seeking a Lead Manager who will report into the Director of Global Institutional Accounting (GIA). GIA provides comprehensive portfolio accounting services for large corporate, government and non-profit organizations.

Manages a NAV production team responsible for complex General Ledger activities for Global Institutional Accounting (GIA). Ensures staff deliver useable, accurate and timely financial information from the point of transaction through financial close and finally to external reporting. Manages the team's transformation of data into information for reporting purposes. Reviews work papers and documentation for accuracy and completeness. May take part in assignments within the regional or global service center which cross accounting functions. Recruits, directs, motivates, and develops staff, maximizing their individual contribution, their professional growth, and their ability to function effectively as a team. Responsible for the performance management processes for direct reports.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel / VBA programming knowledge a plus
• Able to quickly learn and navigate within proprietary accounting, exception, and reporting systems
• Solid understanding of daily accounting systems processing, workflow architecture, automation, and information delivery.

Business Skills:

• Management Experience
• Knowledge of Fund Accounting / Securities Processing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented
• Ability to analyze procedures/system and recommend changes/enhancements for efficiencies
• Problem solver, Curious, Tenacious
• Team Player
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting and finance concepts and analysis techniques
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work well under pressure with a track record of delivering against deadlines.

Education/Licenses/Certifications:

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required, preferably concentrated in Accounting or Finance

* Minimum 7 years of total work experience, with 1 year of management experience

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Employer Description:

For over 230 years, the people of BNY Mellon have been at the forefront of finance, expanding the financial markets while supporting investors throughout the investment lifecycle. BNY Mellon can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute or restructure investments and safeguards nearly one-fifth of the world's financial assets. BNY Mellon remains one of the safest, most trusted and admired companies. Every day our employees make their mark by helping clients better manage and service their financial assets around the world. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations or individual investors, clients count on the people of BNY Mellon across time zones and in 35 countries and more than 100 markets. It's the collective ambition, innovative thinking and exceptionally focused client service paired with a commitment to doing what is right that continues to set us apart. Make your mark: bnymellon.com/careers.

EEO Statement:

BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals With Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Our ambition is to build the best global team - one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve - and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums.