Associate Vice President, Finance Business Process & Systems Lead

Requirements

• Education & Certificates
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Concentration in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, or a related field, preferred
• Professional Experience
• 7+ years of overall relevant experience, required
• Experience in finance/accounting operations, financial systems, and process improvement, with significant experience across GL, AR, Billing, and/or Payroll, preferred
• Proven experience as a business/technology lead bridging finance and GTS or development teams
• Track record leading process reengineering and finance-systems implementations across ERP and related platforms
• Demonstrated experience applying AI and automation to finance processes, with the ability to set strategy and governance, not just use the tools
• Experience with system governance, controls, change management, master data management, and data quality
• People leadership experience - managing direct reports and/or consultants - required
• Familiarity with agile delivery and tools such as Jira; Six Sigma or Lean a plus
• Background in private equity, financial services, or alternative investment operations preferred
• Competencies & Attributes
• Proficiency with generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Microsoft Copilot, and a track record of applying AI to finance workflows at a strategic level
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial close, and data integrity and SOX controls
• Financial systems experience required across ERP and related platforms such as PeopleSoft Financials; BI and reporting tools a plus, SQL a plus
• Experience owning record-to-report and order-to-cash processes across GL, AR, Billing, and Payroll
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across functions, seniority levels, and the broader firm
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to tailor messaging across finance, technology, and senior leadership audiences
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint; strong presentation skills
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills with an inquisitive, forward-thinking mindset
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop both direct reports and indirect or consultant team members
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Benefits/Compensation The compensation range for this role is specific to Washington, DC 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 $150,000 to $170,000. 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.
• Benefits/Compensation
• The anticipated base salary range for this role is $150,000 to $170,000.
• 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.

Who We Are

Preferred Qualifications

• Concentration in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, or a related field, preferred
• Experience in finance/accounting operations, financial systems, and process improvement, with significant experience across GL, AR, Billing, and/or Payroll, preferred
• Familiarity with agile delivery and tools such as Jira; Six Sigma or Lean a plus
• Background in private equity, financial services, or alternative investment operations preferred
• Financial systems experience required across ERP and related platforms such as PeopleSoft Financials; BI and reporting tools a plus, SQL a plus
• The compensation range for this role is specific to Washington, DC 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.