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
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Financial Reporting Manager to join our real estate financial reporting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation and filing of SEC reports for our REITS (including 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, etc.), ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, and providing technical accounting guidance. This role requires a thorough understanding of SEC regulations, US GAAP, and a strong background in financial reporting.
Essential Job Duties:
SEC Reporting:
- Prepare and file all required SEC reports (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy Statements, etc.) accurately and timely.
- Ensure compliance with all SEC and GAAP regulations.
- Coordinate with external auditors to support annual audits and quarterly reviews.
Financial Reporting:
- Manage the preparation of consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.
- Review and ensure the accuracy of financial information in SEC filings and other internal materials.
Technical Accounting:
- Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and new accounting pronouncements.
- Research and interpret new accounting standards and SEC regulations.
- Prepare and maintain documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
Internal Controls:
- Ensure compliance with internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
Collaboration:
- Work closely with various departments, including Accounting, Finance, Legal, and Investor Relations to gather necessary information for SEC filings and other internal materials.
- Collaborate with external auditors, legal counsel, and accounting team on technical accounting issues and SEC reporting requirements.
Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of financial reporting professionals.
- Provide training and guidance to ensure the team remains current with industry standards and regulations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
- Minimum of 4-8 years of experience in financial reporting, including SEC reporting, in a public company or public accounting firm.
- Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Reporting Relationships
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.
$115,000 - $125,000
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.