Fund Controller – Insurance & Alternative Credit

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

Ares Management Corporation is seeking a forward-thinking Fund Controller to lead the financial operations and strategic build-out of our Insurance and Private Investment Grade (IG) mandates within the Alternative Credit platform. This role is not just about managing fund accounting—it’s about shaping the future of our insurance solutions business by building scalable infrastructure, driving operational excellence, and serving as a key partner to investment professionals and senior leadership.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, a proactive mindset, and a collaborative spirit to evolve our platform across global offices including New York, Los Angeles, and Mumbai.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership

• Act as a strategic finance partner to Portfolio Managers, Investor Relations, and Operations, translating complex fund data into actionable insights
• Collaborate with investment teams to evaluate new structures, support deal execution, and ensure operational readiness
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance transparency, performance analytics, and investor engagement
• Influence decision-making by providing financial clarity and risk-aware recommendations across mandates
  
  

Platform Build-Out & Operational Excellence

• Architect and implement scalable fund accounting processes to support new product launches and AUM growth
• Drive automation and process improvement across NAV and fee calculations, capital activity, and investor reporting
• Lead integration of new systems, tools, and workflows to enhance data accuracy and reporting efficiency
• Partner with global teams to harmonize fund operations across jurisdictions and time zones
  
  

Governance, Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure full compliance with governing documents, regulatory frameworks (Form PF, TIC SLT, AIFMD, ADV), and internal controls
• Oversee fund administrator deliverables including NAV packages, capital calls/distributions, and investor statements
• Review and approve wires, regulatory filings, and management company reporting
• Monitor liquidity and cash flow projections to support investment activity and funding needs
  
  

Fund Performance & Analytics

• Review and interpret fund-level performance metrics including IRR, MOIC, and time-weighted returns
• Support investor relations with tailored reporting and ad-hoc analysis for stakeholders and analysts
• Assist in the launch of new mandates, including structuring, jurisdictional setup, and operational onboarding
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
• 10 years of experience in fund accounting or financial operations, ideally within insurance asset management or credit-focused platforms
• Proven track record of building financial infrastructure in high-growth environments
• Strong understanding of insurance products, credit instruments, and fund structures
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with external fund administrators and global operational teams
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements
  
  

Technology Skills

• Advent Geneva experience a plus
• Advanced Excel skills (macros, complex formulas)
• Familiarity with PowerBI, Alteryx, or other business intelligence tools
  
  

Reporting Relationships

Chief Accounting Officer

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.

$200,000 - $230,000

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.

There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.