Associate Vice President, Financial Reporting

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 Ares Management Corporation is seeking an experienced Associate Vice President to join the Ares Core Infrastructure Fund (ACI) team focused on financial reporting. This role will support SEC reporting for ACI, including requirements related to its private business development company (BDC) structure, while partnering closely with fund finance & accounting, legal, operations, investment professionals and the broader finance and accounting organization. The role requires a hands-on, adaptable and detail-oriented professional who can help drive a high-quality reporting process, support fund-level deliverables and operate effectively in a fast-paced, growing environment. Primary functions & responsibilities The Associate Vice President will be primarily responsible for the following tasks: Oversee preparation and review of ACI’s quarterly, annual and ad-hoc SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K Prepare fund reporting deliverables, disclosure committee materials and board materials Prepare U.S. GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists and help evaluate compliance with applicable disclosure requirements Coordinate with fund finance & accounting, legal, operations and investment teams to gather and validate information used in SEC and other reporting deliverables Prepare U.S. GAAP, SEC and investment company/BDC disclosures, including supporting schedules and analyses for investments, financing activities and other complex transactions Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors on quarterly reviews, annual audits and other reporting matters Review workpapers, tie-outs and documentation for completeness, accuracy and consistency, and support enhancements to reporting processes and controls Support evaluation and implementation of new reporting requirements, accounting developments and disclosure matters relevant to ACI and its investment structures Collaborate across teams to resolve reporting issues, communicate timelines and provide practical reporting guidance Contribute to process improvement initiatives through technology, automation and other efficiency opportunities Qualifications Education and Certification Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting CPA preferred Desired Experience: 7+ years of relevant experience in public accounting and/or industry Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, with experience preparing or reviewing financial statements and related disclosures Experience collaborating with external auditors and cross-functional stakeholders to support accurate and timely deliverables Accounting or reporting experience in asset management, infrastructure, private equity, alternative investments or financial services Experience with BDCs, investment companies or other regulated fund structures, including related reporting and disclosure requirements, preferred Experience with Workiva, XBRL, AI-enabled tools or other reporting workflow solutions is a plus General Requirements: Ability to manage competing priorities and execute effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a practical, solutions-oriented approach Self-directed and resourceful, with sound judgment, ownership and appropriate escalation Collaborative, with a relationship-focused approach to working with stakeholders and external auditors Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial reporting matters clearly and practically for diverse audiences Proactive and adaptable, with a continuous-improvement mindset Flexibility to collaborate with teams across multiple time zones, as needed Demonstrated alignment with Ares’ culture and core values of being Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware and Trustworthy Reporting Relationships Fund Controller Compensation The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role. $150,000 - $180,000 The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit. Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more. There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.