Job Description

Position Summary
This individual will coordinate and manage the review of the accounting close packages for Carlyle's Direct Lending Funds, including liaising with front office professionals and overseeing the work done by the analysts.
This individual is expected to perform a second-level review of closing packages in detail and with a thorough understanding of various accounting related considerations, including the effective interest method of amortization of discount, PIK accrual, incentive fees, credit facility costs accrual, budget to actual expense accrual adjustments and accounting for multiple credit facilities. This individual also will assist with amendments to credit facilities as such occur. This individual is expected to work closely with the Third-Party Administrator (TPA) on any adjustments needed to the closing packages and to provide tie-out packages to the individual's supervisor.
Once all aspects of the closing packages are reviewed and analyzed, this individual will review the quarterly and year-end financial statements including financial highlights and communicate changes to the TPA. This individual will also coordinate the production calendar for TPA, Front Office, Operations Teams and the auditors in order to meet timelines for quarterly close. This individual will be consistently challenged to streamline the TPA and GCP data-warehouse processes to create further efficiencies within in areas such as valuation, compliance, close, ENI/other corporate deliverables. This role will also require detailed review of a variety of due diligence materials, including validation of performance data for fundraising and investor reporting purposes and regular coordination with front office and investor relations professionals.
This individual will coordinate external auditor quarterly review work, AUP and annual audit, working directly with auditor throughout the audit to provide support for audit inquiries and manage timely delivery of signoff, as well as serving as the key point of contact for internal audit on any assessments.
This individual will coordinate and second-level review credit facility deliverables, including servicing report, borrowing base, financial covenants, collateral quality tests, quarterly waterfalls, etc. and oversee the coordination of borrowing and repayment requests internally and with the lender groups frequently as needed.
In-Office Requirements: 4 days per week in-office
Responsibilities

• Fund management/Operations

• Coordinate the production calendar to meet corporate and investor deadlines and identifies ways to further streamline the TPA and data-warehouse processes
• Coordinate and manage review of the accounting close package from TPA
• Manage and review TPA to ensure accurate processing of activity, timely receipt of deliverables, accuracy of NAV reporting and financial statements, and accuracy of investor notices and reporting
• Interface with auditors in all quarterly review and audit coordination and completion
• Review and oversee tie-out of financial statements and assist in implementation of new accounting requirements with auditors and TPA
• Assist to generate and coordinate other corporate deliverables such as ENI forecasts and AUM reporting
• Coordinating and oversight of the quarterly credit facility waterfall payment file review
• Coordinate and second level review credit facility reporting and compliance
• In charge of management company accounting including revenue recording and expense and accruals review, as well as approving coding of invoices in the expense payment system and overseeing payment of direct third-party expenses and reimbursements to the Investment Manager
• Perform a variety of analysis for the fund heads related to fund performance, deal exit scenario analysis and various other areas
• Execute capital call, distribution notices
• Investor Reporting/Presentations

• Coordinate and review all investor reporting as required (i.e. capital accounts, investor communications, due diligence presentations, performance, etc.)
• Retrieve and compile relevant financial information for investor correspondence
• Review of investor presentations and responses to investor inquiries and requests
• Ensure the LP reporting website is updated timely with documents as necessary
• Tax Review

• Liaise with tax group in reviewing annual tax returns
• Coordinate investor K-1s
• Other

• Oversee coordination of borrowing and repayment requests internally and with the lender groups frequently as needed
• Assist in improving efficiency through technology
• Act as resource to Junior Analyst/Analyst as needed
• Assist in a wide variety of projects as reasonably assigned

Qualifications
Education & Certificates

• Bachelor's degree, required
• Concentration in Accounting, Finance or Economics, preferred
• CPA preferred

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5+ years overall relevant experience, required
• Private credit product experience
• Strong knowledge of closed-end and open end investment funds and structured products (CLOs)
• Knowledge of US GAAP reporting requirements, Lux GAAP and IFRS a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Experience with advanced IT tools such as Power Automate, Alteryx, and AI-driven analytics platforms is highly desirable.

Competencies & Attributes

• Attention to detail
• Self-starter
• Time management/prioritization
• Interpersonal skills and a team player
• Organizational skills
• Planning skills

Benefits/Compensation
The compensation range for this role is specific to New York 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 $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.

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