Senior Analyst

About the Company

AlpInvest is a leading global private equity investor with over $84 billion of assets under management as per September 30, 2024. Approximately 80% of these funds are invested in private equity funds globally, including secondary transactions, with the remainder invested directly in companies as a co-investor (equity and mezzanine) in Europe, North America and non-traditional markets. The company has approximately 225 employees based primarily in Amsterdam, New York, London and Hong Kong. AlpInvest is part of The Carlyle Group.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate to join our Regulated Investment Companies team at AlpInvest. In this role, you will support day-to-day operations, financial reporting, and vendor management for AlpInvest's regulated product(s), with a focus on Luxembourg funds. This position offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple teams within AlpInvest and collaborate with colleagues in Global Credit focused on regulated and SICAV products. You will report to the Controller of Regulated Investment Companies at AlpInvest and play a key role in ensuring smooth operations and accurate reporting for regulated products on the AlpInvest Platform.

Responsibilities

• Fund Operations:
• Partner with front office teams and third-party administrators (TPAs) on portfolio management, valuations, capital activity, expense processing, investor reporting, and transfer agency requests.
• Support tax structuring and compliance activities, working with internal and external tax teams.
• Coordinate with back-office accounting groups and fund administrators to streamline NAV reporting.
• Assist in preparing investor fee schedules and reconciling fund fees.

• Regulated Investment Company Reporting:
• Support financial reporting processes performed by TPAs, including reconciliations and CSSF compliance.
• Coordinate quarterly reviews and audits, ensuring financial statements reflect current accounting guidance and disclosure requirements.
• Manage credit facility reporting and compliance.
• Assist in preparing regulatory filings and support Valuation, Board Meetings, and Earnings Prep/Call activities.

• Vendor Management:
• Review vendor service agreements and fee letters.
• Prepare vendor comparisons and coordinate loan reporting with sub-advisers.
• Interact with third-party vendors for fund administration, custody, transfer agency, loan servicing, and credit facilities.

• Strategic Finance:
• Assist with treasury activities, liquidity forecasting, and distributor onboarding.
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA or equivalent preferred.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience, preferably with a Big 4 accounting background.
• Experience with open-ended investment companies preferred.
• Knowledge of closed-end and regulated investment funds.
• Familiarity with LUX GAAP/IFRS reporting requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; advanced Excel skills (macros, look-ups) a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with experience working with complex datasets.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $382 billion of assets under management as of September 30, 2023. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with nearly 1,900 professionals operating in 26 offices worldwide. Carlyle invests wisely and creates value across a diverse set of investors - including pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and private individuals - through three segments: Global Private Equity, Global Credit, and Investment Solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team in a global investment environment. You will work closely with senior professionals and develop deep expertise in fund operations, financial reporting, and vendor management.