Associate, F&A Accounting

Growth Equity Interview Guide; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dent,

Job summary

Ares Management is seeking an Associate to join the Registered Secondaries Accounting team. You will support monthly NAV and fund reporting, assist with closes and reconciliations, and track cash and investment activity for private equity investments.

The role involves analyzing financial statements and aiding regulatory reporting for registered funds. You will collaborate with internal teams and fund administrators while contributing to process improvements and ad hoc projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 2–4 years of experience in fund accounting or related fields.
• Experience with private equity or alternative investments is a plus.
• Familiarity with US GAAP investment company accounting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly NAV process and fund reporting.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly closes and reconciliations.
• Track cash and investment activity for private equity investments.
• Analyze financial statements and support investment activity recording.
• Prepare regulatory reporting for registered funds.
• Coordinate with internal teams and fund administrators.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Ares Management is looking for an Associate to join their Registered Secondaries Accounting team. In this role, you’ll support the accounting and financial reporting for investment companies focused on private equity secondaries. You’ll work closely with various teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting while also participating in process improvements and special projects.

What You’ll Do

• Support the monthly NAV process and fund reporting
• Assist with monthly and quarterly closes and reconciliations
• Track cash and investment activity for private equity investments
• Analyze financial statements and support investment activity recording
• Prepare regulatory reporting for registered funds
• Coordinate with internal teams and fund administrators

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 2-4 years of experience in fund accounting or related fields
• Experience with private equity or alternative investments is a plus
• Familiarity with US GAAP investment company accounting is beneficial
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

What You’ll Love

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Access to a world-class medical advisory team
• Support for mental health and wellness
• Education sponsorship and professional development opportunities

About the Firm

• Ares Management has a strong culture focused on collaboration and responsibility
• They prioritize diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• The firm has a commitment to shared prosperity and a better future
• They have a robust employee-focused programming for career development