The Carlyle Group
Senior Accountant, Partnership Accounting
The Carlyle Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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The Carlyle Group Company Profile The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $465 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 652 investment vehicles as of June 30, 2025. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,300 professionals operating in 27 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Carlyle places an emphasis on development, retention and inclusion as supported by our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Carlyle's purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments - Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest - and has expertise in various industries, including: aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, real estate, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation. At Carlyle, we believe that a wide spectrum of experiences and viewpoints drives performance and success. Our CEO, Harvey Schwartz, has stated that, "To build better businesses and create value for all of our stakeholders, we are focused on assembling leadership teams with the strongest insights from a range of perspectives." We strive to foster an environment where ideas are openly shared and valued. By bringing together teams with varied expertise and approaches, we enjoy a competitive advantage and create a stronger foundation for long-term success. Position Summary The Senior Accountant takes primary responsibility for the reporting of his or her assigned funds.
Primary Responsibilities Manage/communicate purchase/sale pipeline across impacted teams within Carlyle: Facilitate/monitor legal entity, bank account, deal set-up in relevant systems Prepare investment deal documentation packages, facilitate transaction testing with external auditors Analyze transactions for appropriate treatment under US GAAP and the provisions of the fund agreements Prepare fund performance analysis for management reporting and decision-making Liaise with Fund Operations and Fund Management (and third-party administrators, if applicable) regarding deal fundings, capital calls / distributions, investor allocations, and other fund matters Assist with investment-related disclosures in annual fund audits Facilitate/manage debt covenant compliance, acting as primary point of contact with relevant banks Prepare and review quarterly investor reports and other reporting materials Provide guidance on fund agreement/limited partner agreement terms users for bug fixes, new enhancements, and new use cases within enterprise portal platforms. Participate in departmental and cross-departmental projects, with focus on operational efficiency, process improvement and system development Requirements Education & Certificates Accounting or Finance Major, or equivalent accounting work experience in addition to Bachelor's Degree in another field, required CPA, preferred Professional Experience Minimum 2-4 years prior experience in Accounting (public or private) or Finance, required Demonstrated accounting knowledge with the capability and desire to learn the accounting and financial principles related to private equity, and the ability to apply those principles to the tasks at hand Advanced skills in MS Excel Knowledge of other Microsoft Office products and ability to learn internal accounting software package (Investran) Partnership and/or Tax experience, preferred Ability to work in a fast paced environment Excellent Communication skills (written and oral) Ability to apply abstract financial and accounting theory to real world investment scenarios Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team Strong organizational skills and attention to detail a must 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 $110,000 to $115,000. 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. Seniority level
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The Carlyle Group Company Profile The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $465 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 652 investment vehicles as of June 30, 2025. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,300 professionals operating in 27 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Carlyle places an emphasis on development, retention and inclusion as supported by our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Carlyle's purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments - Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest - and has expertise in various industries, including: aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, real estate, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation. At Carlyle, we believe that a wide spectrum of experiences and viewpoints drives performance and success. Our CEO, Harvey Schwartz, has stated that, "To build better businesses and create value for all of our stakeholders, we are focused on assembling leadership teams with the strongest insights from a range of perspectives." We strive to foster an environment where ideas are openly shared and valued. By bringing together teams with varied expertise and approaches, we enjoy a competitive advantage and create a stronger foundation for long-term success. Position Summary The Senior Accountant takes primary responsibility for the reporting of his or her assigned funds.
Primary Responsibilities Manage/communicate purchase/sale pipeline across impacted teams within Carlyle: Facilitate/monitor legal entity, bank account, deal set-up in relevant systems Prepare investment deal documentation packages, facilitate transaction testing with external auditors Analyze transactions for appropriate treatment under US GAAP and the provisions of the fund agreements Prepare fund performance analysis for management reporting and decision-making Liaise with Fund Operations and Fund Management (and third-party administrators, if applicable) regarding deal fundings, capital calls / distributions, investor allocations, and other fund matters Assist with investment-related disclosures in annual fund audits Facilitate/manage debt covenant compliance, acting as primary point of contact with relevant banks Prepare and review quarterly investor reports and other reporting materials Provide guidance on fund agreement/limited partner agreement terms users for bug fixes, new enhancements, and new use cases within enterprise portal platforms. Participate in departmental and cross-departmental projects, with focus on operational efficiency, process improvement and system development Requirements Education & Certificates Accounting or Finance Major, or equivalent accounting work experience in addition to Bachelor's Degree in another field, required CPA, preferred Professional Experience Minimum 2-4 years prior experience in Accounting (public or private) or Finance, required Demonstrated accounting knowledge with the capability and desire to learn the accounting and financial principles related to private equity, and the ability to apply those principles to the tasks at hand Advanced skills in MS Excel Knowledge of other Microsoft Office products and ability to learn internal accounting software package (Investran) Partnership and/or Tax experience, preferred Ability to work in a fast paced environment Excellent Communication skills (written and oral) Ability to apply abstract financial and accounting theory to real world investment scenarios Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team Strong organizational skills and attention to detail a must 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 $110,000 to $115,000. 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. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Carlyle Group by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Accountant” roles.
Washington, DC $75,000.00-$78,000.00 3 weeks ago Washington, DC $78,240.00-$97,800.00 1 week ago Columbia, MD $40,000.00-$45,000.00 2 months ago Junior Accountant (Entry Level Accounting Grad)
Bethesda, MD $65,000.00-$75,000.00 2 weeks ago Washington, DC $90,000.00-$110,000.00 1 hour ago Reston, VA $85,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago Washington DC-Baltimore Area $80,000.00-$100,000.00 1 day ago McLean, VA $67,981.00-$95,276.00 5 days ago Washington DC-Baltimore Area $70,000.00-$75,000.00 2 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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