Basic information
Job Name:
Manager, Partnership Accounting
Location:
Washington, DC
Line of Business:
Finance
Job Function:
Investor Services
Date:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Manager, Partnership Accounting
The Carlyle Group
Accounting & Finance, Sales & Business Development
Washington, USA
USD 125k-155k / year
Posted on Mar 4, 2026
Position Summary
The position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of, and the primary point of contact for, an assigned group of funds. This position may also be responsible for assisting other teams with their fund responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing and establishing goals/strategic direction for one senior accountant and/or one staff accountant, managing the relationships with third party administrators, if applicable, understanding the pipeline of fund activity, including upcoming purchase and sale transactions, and managing/coordinating the operations and reporting of such activity. This includes:
- Communicating the timing and details of capital calls/distributions.
- Determining the treatment of transactions under US GAAP and coordinating relevant disclosures.
- Preparing / reviewing portfolio analysis used in making carried interest decisions and working with other teams to ensure the timely recording of carried interest transactions.
- Reviewing financial statements and other investor reporting to ensure proper reflection and allocation of activity.
- Coordinate local jurisdiction books and records activity and review with third party administrators, if applicable, as well as support fund compliance with CIMA and Luxembourg AIF requirements
This position also manages the team relationship with key stakeholders, such as Fund Management, Corporate Accounting, the External Auditor, and Internal Audit. The Manager is a technical expert on various subject matters such as Investran and other data systems, Partnership Accounting/Fund Management operational policies and various fund accounting matters. The Manager will help set standards for the use, and lead the development of enhancements and improvements to, related processes and systems.
This position supports the implementation of Investor Services-wide goals and initiatives, including system implementations and business process re-engineering efforts.
Responsibilities
Supervise the periodic investor reporting for an assigned group of funds:
- Review all annual and quarterly financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP, compliance requirements and other key reports.
- Act as lead on investment transaction testing with external and internal auditors and relevant disclosures in the annual audit of the fund’s financial statements.
Supervise various business operations for all relevant fund groups ensuring compliance with policies and procedures and regulatory requirements:
- Ensure compliance of business activities (calls, distributions, carry calculations, etc.) with partnership agreements and regulatory authorities.
- Ensure accurate accounting and allocation of fund activity and activities that impact firm books.
- Determine the applicable treatment of distribution proceeds received by the Fund and review the distribution waterfall calculations. Additionally, preparing projected waterfall / carry amounts for the equity group in determining carry projections or clawback analysis.
- Prepare analysis and provide performance metrics, as requested.
- Monitor legal compliance with various fund agreements and arrangements.
- Manage, monitor and report on debt facilities, ensuring funds are in compliance with debt obligations.
- Manage and monitor fund working capital.
- Respond promptly to investor requests.
Various tasks and initiatives:
- Set goals and provide performance feedback on a regular basis.
- Seek efficiencies in business processes with third party administrators, if applicable.
- Participate in initiatives that help the department and firm meet strategy and goals.
Qualifications
Education & Certificates
- Bachelor’s Degree, required
- Accounting or Finance major, or relevant experience in financial services and/or fund administration combined with a major in another field, required
- CPA strongly preferred
Professional Experience
- Minimum 5 years of relevant public accounting or private accounting experience, required.
- Excellent project management, planning and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to build successful relationships and to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to manage and develop employees
- Ability to manage others and lead tasks independently
- Strong interpersonal and team building skills
- Detail oriented
- Excellent communication skills - both written and oral
- Ability to think critically and analyze financial data
Competencies & Attributes
- Review experience with, and working knowledge of, U.S. GAAP financial reporting related to partnership accounting a must
- Experience with the alternative investment industry and its reporting compliance with AIFMD and CIMA
- Proficient Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel functionality and formulas
- Proficient knowledge and demonstrated use of data cubes using Microsoft Excel and on-line analytical processing (OLAP)
- Experience with accounting software applications, such as Investran, OneStream and Workiva a plus
- Ability to adapt using multiple software applications and compile reporting using data from multiple applications
- Ability to analyze and apply critical thinking
Benefits/Compensation
The compensation range for this role is specific to Washington, DC, and takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to the skill sets required/preferred; prior experience and training; licenses and/or certifications.
The anticipated base salary range for this role is $125,000 to $$155,000.
In addition to the base salary, the hired professional will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package spanning retirement benefits, health insurance, life insurance and disability, paid time off, paid holidays, family planning benefits and various wellness programs. Additionally, the hired professional may also be eligible to participate in an annual discretionary incentive program, the award of which will be dependent on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Due to the high volume of candidates, please be advised that only candidates selected to interview will be contacted by Carlyle.
Company Information
The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $477 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 678 investment vehicles as of December 31, 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 2,500 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.