Portfolio Accountant Job

Portfolio Accountant (Job Number: 1213886)

BNY Mellon is a global investments company dedicated to helping its clients manage and service their financial assets throughout the investment lifecycle. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations or individual investors, BNY Mellon delivers informed investment management and investment services in 36 countries and more than 100 markets. BNY Mellon can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute or restructure investments. Additional information is available at www.bnymellon.com.

As one of the world's leading investment management organizations and one of the top U.S. wealth managers, BNY Mellon Investment Management combines agility, insight and scale to create and deliver strategies and solutions to address our clients' needs. Encompassing BNY Mellon's investment management firms, wealth management organization and global distribution teams, we draw on deep expertise to collaborate with clients and tailor our best ideas and resources to meet their specific needs. We pride ourselves on providing dedicated service through our network of global professionals who have a deep understanding of local requirements.

With our extensive experience in anticipating and responding to the investment and financial needs of the world's governments, pension plan sponsors, corporations, foundations, endowments, advisors, intermediaries, individuals and families, and family offices, BNY Mellon Investment Management is dedicated to helping clients reach their goals.

Description

The Portfolio Accountant will be part of a Fixed Income investment accounting team responsible for the asset, cash and market value reconciliation process on a daily/weekly/monthly basis. The Portfolio Accountant will be required to: Ensure that all discrepancies with custodians are identified and resolved timely. Input cash and other balancing information for accounts. Maintain internal files and records associated with the performance of duties in accordance with department standards. Assist with special projects as needed and coordinates communication between the trading desk, trade settlement, custodian banks, and portfolio managers to resolve issues.

Qualifications

BS/BA required; preferably in Accounting or Finance. 1-3 years related experience in Accounting or Finance. Exposure to both domestic and global fixed income securities. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word and familiarity with Microsoft Access. Self-motivated, organized, detail oriented and a team player. Excellent communication skills. Progress towards an MBA and/or CFA a plus. Incumbent must pass Corporate Fundamental Reconciliation Training within 30 days of hire.

Primary Location: United States-USA-PA-Pittsburgh
Internal Jobcode: 06912
Job: Investment Management
Organization: FICAM-HR07404

July 24, 2013 • Tags:  • Posted in: Financial

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