Associate, Fund Accounting (USDL)

Ares Management Corporation; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is seeking an analyst/associate to assist with US GAAP and IFRS financial statement review for SEC filings and to oversee NAV packages from the fund administrator. You will help with monthly/quarterly close processes, balance reconciliations, and tax estimates in collaboration with portfolio managers, investor relations, operations and tax teams.

The role requires CA qualification with Bachelor's degree, 1–2 years (analyst) or 3–5 years (associate),

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS is required.
• Experience with financial statement close processes and reconciliations is preferred.
• Experience with Excel and data tools is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Review of US GAAP and IFRS financial statements for quarterly and annual SEC filings.
• Oversee and review daily and monthly NAV packages from the fund administrator.
• Assist with monthly/quarterly close process and balance reconciliations.
• Provide compliance reporting (Form PF, ADV, AIFMD etc.).
• Collaborate across finance, tax, operations and investor relations for timely deliverables.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CA Qualified

CPA equivalent

Tools

Office 365

Power BI

Advent Geneva

Job description

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

• Assist with Review of US GAAP and IFRS financial statements for quarterly and annual SEC filings.
• Oversee and review daily and monthly NAV packages from the fund administrator.
• Assist with monthly/quarterly close process and preparation of various financial statement account balance reconciliations and work papers.
• Provide compliance reporting (Form PF, ADV, AIFMD etc.)
• High level of interaction across the organization, including communications with portfolio managers, investor relations, operations, tax and financial reporting.
• Manage cash liquidity for day-to-day business.
• Prepare/review monthly cash reconciliations for all legal entities.
• Assist in basic treasury functions, including opening/closing of bank accounts.
• Collaborate with team members to manage monthly and quarterly expense allocation and recovery functions between investment funds.
• Work with the tax team to administer timely and thorough payment of tax estimates and liabilities for all legal entities that require special handling.
• Participate and contribute to regular review of processes and deliverables to improve effectiveness, efficiency and accuracy.
• Various ad-hoc/special projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree and CA Qualified Certification:
• CPA equivalent a plus

Experience Required

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience for analyst role and 3-5 years of experience for associate role, in accounting/cash management preferred.
• Industry experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft tools (Office 365, Power BI) or Advent Geneva investment accounting software a plus.

General Requirements

• Basic understanding of Credit products like Bank Loans / Term Loans, Revolvers and DDTLs.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high growth environment.
• Highly motivated team player with a strong work ethic.
• Basic understanding of US GAAP and Journal Entries.
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize/manage deadlines.
• Intermediate or advanced Excel user.

Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of June 30, 2026, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $671 billion of assets under management(1) with more than 4,400 employees operating across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.aresmgmt.com.

Reporting Relationships Chief Accounting Officer

Ares Management LLC (together with its related operating and administrative subsidiaries, “Ares Management”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity and expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Ares Management will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. (1) As of June 30, 2026. AUM amounts include funds managed by Ivy Hill Asset Management, LP., a wholly owned portfolio company of Ares Capital Corporation and registered investment adviser.