Manager, Fund Accounting Systems

Requirements

• Education & Certificates
• Bachelor's degree required
• Concentration in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred
• Professional Experience
• 5-7 years of relevant experience, required
• Experience in fund accounting, finance operations, or a related business systems/process improvement role, preferred
• Proven experience serving as a liaison between finance or business teams and technology or development teams
• Demonstrated experience writing business requirements, functional specifications, or process documentation for technology teams
• Track record of leading process improvement or technology implementation initiatives in a finance environment
• Experience supporting or leading change management efforts, including training and stakeholder communication
• Familiarity with agile project management methodologies and tools such as JIRA or similar platforms
• Background in private equity, Fund accounting, or similar alternative investment operations preferred
• Competencies & Attributes
• Accounting systems expertise required; experience with Investran strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Appian BPM, Salesforce, or PeopleSoft Financials a plus
• Working knowledge of system structures, data flows, and application architecture — a strong understanding of how systems connect and interact will be a key differentiator in this role
• Solid understanding of fund accounting principles, investor reporting, and financial close processes
• Ability to translate complex business processes and end-user needs into clear, actionable requirements for developers and QA teams
• Advanced Excel required; SQL experience preferred
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging across finance, technology, and senior leadership audiences
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence both direct and indirect team members
• 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 $140,000 to $160,000. 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 $140,000 to $160,000.
• 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.

Who We Are

Preferred Qualifications

• Concentration in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred
• Experience in fund accounting, finance operations, or a related business systems/process improvement role, preferred
• Background in private equity, Fund accounting, or similar alternative investment operations preferred
• Accounting systems expertise required; experience with Investran strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Appian BPM, Salesforce, or PeopleSoft Financials a plus
• Advanced Excel required; SQL experience preferred
• 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.