Associate, Financial Reporting

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

The Associate will generally be responsible for the preparation of the quarterly financial reporting package, monthly filings, and ad hoc requests for one or more of the real estate funds. Experience with financial statements and related footnotes, such as a 10-Q or 10-K, is preferred. The ability to work under tight deadlines, maintain data integrity, partner with auditors, and a keen eye to detail is imperative. Position may require over-time work during month-end and quarter-end reporting. You'll be an integral member of a 7-person team and have the ability to work independently while also working collaboratively with the broader team. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Financial Reporting.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and monthly reporting packages, including portfolio and financial metrics
• Timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements
• Manage financial and portfolio data
• Assist in preparation of marketing materials, presentations and due diligence requests
• Prepare and maintain support work papers
• Assist in coordination with the auditors during their reviews and audits
• Assist in the research, summarization, and application of accounting standards
• Assist in maintaining reporting processes and procedures
• Perform ad hoc reporting
• Complete other duties or special projects as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Position typically requires a Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field. Minimum of 1-2 years applicable finance/accounting experience preferred. CPA designations, public accounting and/or financial reporting experience strongly preferred. Excellent analytical, quantitative, written, and verbal communication skills required. Detail oriented with ability to effectively manage priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines required. Advanced Excel and Word application skills required. Must be a good listener, proactive, collaborative problem-solver, self-motivated and a team-oriented individual. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information required. High ethical standards required. Ability to take initiative, make decisions with discretion, and work with minimal supervision required.

Reporting Relationships

Vice President, Financial Reporting

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.

$60,000.00 - $80,000.00

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.