Senior Analyst, Global Credit Finance - Direct Lending
The Carlyle Group
Position Summary
- Review of fund accounting records, financial statements, partners’ capital account statements, and capital calls/distribution allocation files and letters. Such records/data will be prepared by the Third Party Administrator (“TPA”)
- Coordination with auditors and ability to understand/explain financial concepts and team processes
- Data analysis that is needed for Carlyle’s corporate accounting team (including Economic Net Income models, budget, AUM, etc.)
- Working with deal team, legal/tax counsel, and credit operations team to plan and execute deal closings. Assisting team in coordination with legal and tax to set up deal structures
- During fundraising, the individual will also help create various analysis of data needed for the updating of marketing materials, assisting with the preparation of due diligence questionnaire responses, as well as assist with evaluation of side-letter arrangement and fund closing processes
- Complete responses to investor correspondence, inquiries, and requests
- Assisting with Fund treasury functionality and deal pipeline management
- Other ad-hoc projects where needed
Responsibilities
- Finance and Operations (25% of time)
- Work alongside Operations to assure proper and timely execution of investments and vendor obligations
- Assist with recognition and accrual of interest and expense booked by the TPA
- Calculate and review performance metrics
- Preparation of various reports provided to investors periodically (i.e. Quarterly Update Presentations)
- Assist with subscription and asset-based credit facility provider management
- Fund modelling and expense budgeting
- Preparation of capital activity calculations including pro forma analysis to assist the business in future decision making
- Improve daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly processes to enhance the overall efficiency, accuracy, and functionality of the fund
- Accounting and Reporting (40% of time)
- Detailed review of NAV’s based on data received from the TPA, which includes review of related support for all balance sheet and income statement accounts.
- Coordinate and review credit facility reporting and compliance
- Detailed review of accrued carry/incentive calculations from the TPA
- Detailed review of capital allocations and capital statements prepared by TPA
- Detailed preparation and review of financial statements
- Coordinate interim and year-end audit requests and questions
- End of Period SOI reporting
- Assist with the onboarding of an internal accounting book of record
- Transactions and fund activities management (25% of time)
- Work alongside different groups such as Investor Relations, Internal and External Legal Counsel, and Portfolio Management to coordinate periodic investor closes.
- Manage the funds capital needs by coordinating with Portfolio Management and other stake holders.
- Work with TPA to produce and issue capital activity notices.
- Review quarterly performance data and assist in the proposal and preparation of distributions.
- Oversee a team of consultants assisting in the preparation of recurring deliverables for the fund
- Investor Requests (10% of time)
- Interact with investors on a periodic basis and produce a variety of ad hoc analysis
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, required
- Concentration in Finance, Economics, or Accounting, preferred
- CPA or progress towards CPA is a plus
- 2-5 years overall relevant experience, required
- Related industry experience, preferred
- Big 4 accounting firm background is a plus
- Knowledge of the credit investment universe (including, but not limited to, CLO's, Term Loans, Revolvers)
- Highly motivated individual
- Strong interpersonal skills a must
- Strong organizational skills and detail oriented. Attention to detail a must.
- Excellent communication skills - both written and oral
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and successfully manage multiple responsibilities under strict deadlines
- Proficient Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Knowledge of technology solutions such as Alteryx and Microsoft Power Platform is a plus
Company Information
The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $465 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 652 investment vehicles as of June 30, 2025. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,300 professionals operating in 27 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Carlyle places an emphasis on development, retention and inclusion as supported by our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Carlyle's purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments - Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest - and has expertise in various industries, including: aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, real estate, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation.
At Carlyle, we believe that a wide spectrum of experiences and viewpoints drives performance and success. Our CEO, Harvey Schwartz, has stated that, "To build better businesses and create value for all of our stakeholders, we are focused on assembling leadership teams with the strongest insights from a range of perspectives." We strive to foster an environment where ideas are openly shared and valued. By bringing together teams with varied expertise and approaches, we enjoy a competitive advantage and create a stronger foundation for long-term success.