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BNY Mellon offers an exciting array of future-forward careers at the intersection of business, finance, and technology. We are one of the world's top asset management and banking firms that manages trillions of dollars in assets, custody and/or administration. Known as the “bank of banks” - 97% of the world’s top banks work with us as we lead and serve our customers into the new era of digital. 

With over 238 years of rich history and industry firsts, BNY Mellon has been built upon our proven ability to evolve, lead, and drive new ideas at every turn. Today, we’re approximately 50,000 employees across 35 countries with a culture that empowers you to grow, take risks, experiment and be yourself. This is what #LifeAtBNYMellon is all about. 

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Associate, Institutional Accounting to join our newly created Global Institutional Accounting team.

This role is located in Wrocław, Poland - hybrid.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: 

• Complete activities related to the accurate and timely delivery of services on behalf of assigned clients which includes but is not limited to determining NAV, calculating fund performance, allocating expenses, or preparing supportive reports.
• Responsible for the completion of in-depth data analysis of reconciliations and leading engagements across business areas. Identifies trends, provides complex root cause analysis and executes on recommendations.
• Serves as an escalation point for more junior members of the team. May be responsible for assigning the workload and monitoring timeliness and accuracy of its completion.
• Regularly interacts with clients in answering questions and resolving issues regarding fund reports and accounting processes.
• Supports the team Manager in successful management of the team and delivering of department strategy as well as in identifying risks and needs for improvements (procedures, controls, systems, etc.).
• May serve as a team supervisor for the day-to-day operations of a small sized Accounting team, reviewing daily tasks of the team as well as overseeing work direction and technical assistance on complex matters. Provides guidance to less experienced staff.
• Conducts reviews and oversees technical testing and the implementation of accounting software.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: 

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills (spoken and written English min. B2/C1 level).
• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience (minimum of 3 years of experience within similar area, 5-7 years of total experience preferred). Previous work experience in Fund Accounting or Reconciliation is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of the different securities available in the market – bonds, equities, derivatives – as well as various market events (e.g. corporate actions).
• Proficiency in use of MS Excel (pivots, formulas, etc.) with the ability to quickly learn other applications. Knowledge of SQL would be an asset.
• Analytical skills with a proven track record of working with comprehensive financial/numerical data. Experience working with large and complex databases and an ability to understand how they function/interact will be preferred.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to handle high volumes with tight deadlines.

At BNY Mellon, our inclusive culture speaks for itself. Here’s a few of our awards: 

• Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies & Top 20 for Diversity and Inclusion 
• Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index (GEI)
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 100% score Corporate Equality Index
• Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, Disability: IN – 100% score 
• 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast Company
• CDP’s Climate Change ‘A List’

Our Benefits: 

BNY Mellon 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 that can support you and your family through moments that matter. 

BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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.