Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

Job Description

Primary functions and essential responsibilities

• Oversee and review monthly/quarterly NAV packages from the fund administrator.
• Assist with monthly/quarterly close process and preparation of various management company deliverables.
• Reviewing and processing invoices related to funds.
• Assist with preparation of US GAAP financial statements for monthly reporting and quarterly and annual SEC filings (10K, 10Q, 8K, N-2, etc.).
• Assist in providing compliance reporting (Form PF, ADV etc.)
• Assist with maintaining and reviewing credit facilities and sub lines in funds.
• Collaborate with team members to manage monthly and quarterly expense allocation.
• Participate and contribute to regular review of processes and deliverables to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Integrate with global colleagues to ensure standard operating practice
• Undertake any other responsibilities, tasks or activities as reasonably required.

qualifications

• 6-9 years of relevant work experience
• Bachelor’s degree and Qualified CA
• US CPA can be considered, CFA is a plus

General Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of accounting, generally accepted accounting principles and financial reporting is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Advent Geneva investment accounting software is a plus.
• Basic understanding of US GAAP.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, be a highly motivated, proactive and resilient individual.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high growth environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize/manage deadlines.
• Intermediate or advanced Excel user.

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There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.