About the role
Ares is seeking an accomplished Vice President (Controller) to join the Investment Accounting ("IA") team in New York. This is a senior leadership opportunity within Investment Operations, with responsibility for leading the NY team and helping drive the accounting, reporting, and analytical infrastructure that supports Ares' global investment platform. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline required
- CPA or CPA candidate preferred
- 10+ years of relevant experience in investment accounting, public accounting, fund accounting, product control, or a related financial-services discipline, alternatives experience strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of alternative investments and transaction structures, particularly private credit, with the ability to assess complex accounting and operational considerations
- Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, manage competing priorities, and drive high-quality execution
- Strong executive presence and communication skills, with sound judgment and the ability to influence stakeholders across functions and levels
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SUMMARY
Ares is seeking an accomplished Vice President (Controller) to join the Investment Accounting ("IA") team in New York. This is a senior leadership opportunity within Investment Operations, with responsibility for leading the NY team and helping drive the accounting, reporting, and analytical infrastructure that supports Ares' global investment platform.
The Vice President will serve as a key accounting partner to investment and operating teams, providing judgment and oversight across the investment lifecycle - from transaction structuring and revenue recognition through P&L analysis, reporting, and ongoing portfolio activity. The role will work closely with Investment Professionals, Portfolio Management, Fund Accounting, FP&A, Compliance, Middle Office, and other stakeholders to evaluate complex transactions, identify accounting and operational implications, and translate them into scalable solutions.
Beyond day-to-day execution, this role offers meaningful opportunity to influence how the platform evolves. The successful candidate will help shape policies, controls, technology, analytics, and operating processes; lead cross-functional initiatives; and develop a...
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