Senior Accounts Payable Specialist - BNY Mellon Return to Work Program

Making a decision to return to work can be exciting and scary all at the same time. We get it 100% - many of us at reacHIRE are returners, too!!  And, we believe meaningful relationships formed along the way back to work should be built on communication and trust. Which is why our team of Program Managers are here to listen to your unique story and help you take the best next steps toward your next opportunity.We are excited to partner with BNY Mellon for a 6-month return-to-work program starting in June 2024. 

If you are a professional returning to work after a 1.5+ year career break or worked in part time or independent contractor roles, this could be the perfect opportunity! reacHIRE is invested in helping professionals return with confidence; providing the resources and support needed via Program Managers who will help guide and navigate the entire process alongside you. 

We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting amazing Returners, so please don’t hesitate to apply - we’d love to hear from you.

Summary:

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.  

What You'll Contribute Day-to-Day: 

• Responsible for the end-to-end Accounts Payable process and will assume complete ownership of the service delivery
• Provide decision support to the business, analyzing invoice processes, compliance to policy and recommendations for rectification
• Ensure disputes are resolved with supplier on a timely basis as agreed with the client
• Identify and execute automation opportunities to streamline the process and gain process efficiency
• Deliver on defined targets and drive process improvements, focused on improving quality, speed, controls and value to the customer
• Create goals and development plan for the team and work closely to identify training and coaching requirements for the group
• Complete ownership of client complaint & resolution process, best practice / idea sharing for the teams 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives like – Avoiding duplicate payment, improve paid on time, Improve cycle time
• To ensure timely and qualitative processing of Accounts Payable Transactions, month end close, reconciliations and reporting as per SLA & OLA
• Timely preparation RCA & maintain the Process & IT Issue log
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Ensure Customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of all queries
• Ensure all the Reports are published on a timely basis
• Ensuring Timely preparation / updating of process documentation & signed off 
• Establish process for conducting periodic performance reviews
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting on process performance metrics / any other metrics or trackers

Additional Requirements:

• Capable of managing senior stakeholders 
• Flexible and willingness to work all shift Hours 
• Should have good analytical skills 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Largely driven by self-Initiative & self-drive
• Ability to perform in pressure situation 

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You Have:

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in Commerce/MBA (Finance) or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 3-5 years of total work experience
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft/Oracle/SAP Accounts payable module and end to end source to pay/Accounts Payable operations including process transformation initiatives
• Prior experience of change management in Source-To-Pay operations is mandatory
• Strong understanding of latest Microsoft Office applications i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel

It's An Added Bonus If You Have: 

• Any supply chain management certification 

reacHIRE is changing the trajectory for individuals in the workplace by partnering with forward-thinking companies. reacHIRE believes a career break shouldn't be a career breaker. At the end of the program, you may be eligible for full-time or extended contracting work, but it is not guaranteed. Either way, you’ll become part of the reacHIRE team, join with a cohort of fellow Returners, and we will provide 360-degree support via Aurora, along with a dedicated Program Manager to ensure your success every step of your journey back to work!

Our return-to-work program participants come from all walks of life, and so do we. At reacHIRE, the sum of our individual differences, life experiences, and self-expression is what makes us great. Be you and reach higher!

Please note:

• reacHIRE will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments in order to complete the application or interview process. For assistance with your application please contact: Sarah White at swhite@reachire.com.
• reacHIRE is unable to sponsor program participants for the duration of our return-to-work programs.

What’s great about working at BNY Mellon?

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) 
• Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, Disability: IN – 100% score  
• 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast Company 
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 100% score Corporate Equality Index 
• 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.