The Carlyle Group
Senior Accountant, Partnership Accounting Reporting
The Carlyle Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Accountant, Partnership Accounting Reporting
The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $474 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 660 investment vehicles as of September 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 2,400 professionals operating in 27 offices worldwide. Carlyle places an emphasis on development, retention and inclusion, supported by our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Our purpose is to invest wisely and create value for our investors, which range from public and private pension funds to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments – Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest – and has expertise in a broad range of industries including aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, real estate, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation.
Position Summary The Senior Accountant takes primary responsibility for the reporting of his or her assigned funds.
In‑Office Requirements 4 days per week in‑office.
Primary Responsibilities
Manage and communicate the purchase/sale pipeline across impacted teams within Carlyle.
Facilitate and monitor legal entity, bank account, and deal set‑up in relevant systems.
Prepare investment deal documentation packages and 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, Fund Management, and third‑party administrators regarding deal fundings, capital calls/distributions, investor allocations, and other fund matters.
Assist with investment‑related disclosures in annual fund audits.
Facilitate and manage debt covenant compliance, acting as the 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 for bug fixes, new enhancements, and new use cases within enterprise portal platforms.
Participate in departmental and cross‑departmental projects focused on operational efficiency, process improvement, and system development.
Requirements Education & Certificates
Accounting or Finance major, or equivalent accounting work experience in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in another field, required.
CPA, preferred.
Professional Experience
Minimum 2–4 years of 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, and licenses or certifications.
Anticipated base salary range: $110,000 to $115,000.
In addition to the base salary, the hired professional will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement benefits, health insurance, life insurance and disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, family planning benefits, wellness programs, and potential eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive program based on individual and organizational performance.
Due to the high volume of candidates, please be advised that only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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Position Summary The Senior Accountant takes primary responsibility for the reporting of his or her assigned funds.
In‑Office Requirements 4 days per week in‑office.
Primary Responsibilities
Manage and communicate the purchase/sale pipeline across impacted teams within Carlyle.
Facilitate and monitor legal entity, bank account, and deal set‑up in relevant systems.
Prepare investment deal documentation packages and 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, Fund Management, and third‑party administrators regarding deal fundings, capital calls/distributions, investor allocations, and other fund matters.
Assist with investment‑related disclosures in annual fund audits.
Facilitate and manage debt covenant compliance, acting as the 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 for bug fixes, new enhancements, and new use cases within enterprise portal platforms.
Participate in departmental and cross‑departmental projects focused on operational efficiency, process improvement, and system development.
Requirements Education & Certificates
Accounting or Finance major, or equivalent accounting work experience in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in another field, required.
CPA, preferred.
Professional Experience
Minimum 2–4 years of 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, and licenses or certifications.
Anticipated base salary range: $110,000 to $115,000.
In addition to the base salary, the hired professional will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement benefits, health insurance, life insurance and disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, family planning benefits, wellness programs, and potential eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive program based on individual and organizational performance.
Due to the high volume of candidates, please be advised that only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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