AVP, Fund Accounting

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for US Public Credit portfolio companies and business development companies (BDCs)
• Assist with the preparation of US GAAP financial statements for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deadlines
• Prepare quarterly GAAP consolidated financial statements for an SEC-registered investment advisor
• Oversee and review daily, monthly, and quarterly NAV packages from fund administrators
• Manage daily cash activities, including processing payments, approving invoices, and posting to the general ledger
• Coordinate with internal teams including portfolio managers, investor relations, legal, compliance, and tax
• Provide data for quarterly SEC filings and prepare quarterly waterfall calculations
• Ensure compliance reporting, including Form PF and ADV
• Participate in process reviews to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 6-9 years of experience in fund accounting
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and accounting principles for financial instruments
• Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, macros)
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification
• Public accounting experience, specifically with Big 4 firms
• Industry experience with bank debt
• Experience with Advent Geneva, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, or Onestream
• Proficiency with PowerBI, Alteryx, or Anaplan

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life and Disability insurance
• Mental health, mindfulness, and wellbeing app access
• Financial wellness benefits and new parent leave

About the Company

Ares Management Corporation is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across credit, real estate, private equity, and infrastructure asset classes. With approximately $623 billion in assets under management, Ares operates a global platform with over 4,200 employees.