Job Description
At 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.
We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Accounting to join our EMEA Controllers team in the Office of the CFO. This role is located in Manchester.
Responsibilities
- Lead controller for Pershing Securities Limited and Pershing Securities International Limited
- Coordinate monthly management accounts under UK FRS (IFRS equivalent) and US GAAP, including reporting, variance analysis, US to UK GAAP differences for the Pershing legal entities
- Participate in daily control processes for the Pershing legal entities
- Oversee fixed assets, analyse major expenditure for internally developed software, manage the capitalisation process, owner attestation and impairment reviews
- Reconcile – review and attest balance sheet substantiations
- Coordinate annual financial statements for the 2 legal entities, liaise with auditors and other business areas
- Oversee and follow up on tasks undertaken by supporting off‑site accounting teams, being prepared to step into detail and resolve issues to ensure delivery of overall accounting and strategic objectives as well as training and developing knowledge of off‑site teams
- Liaise with key stakeholders including Treasury and Regulatory reporting
- Disaster recovery for Pershing off‑site support team
- Ad‑hoc duties as required – many and varied
Qualifications
- Qualified accountant, with detailed understanding of revenue, accounts receivable processes and fixed assets
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; advanced degree is a plus
- Professional certification required (e.g., CPA, CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Extensive years of progressive accounting/controllership experience in financial services or complex, regulated environments
- Experience with financial statement preparation and liaison with external auditors
- Experience with Oracle and BlackLine preferred
- Hands‑on involvement in automation initiatives, data quality improvements, and close acceleration
- Management and influencing of off‑site and offshore resources
Benefits
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.
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