Blackstone Perpetual Finance - Finance - Associate

Blackstone Perpetual Finance – Finance – Associate

Blackstone is the world's largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis.

Responsibilities:

• Primary finance point of contact, coordinating communication and deliverables between internal and external teams related to strategic alliances with retail funds
• Responsible for day-to-day activities related to the accounting and reporting for a newly created group
• Work collaboratively across business units to aggregate and communicate information required for daily and monthly NAV strikes
• Partner with others across the firm to prepare and deliver recurring reports, ensuring clarity, timeliness, and accuracy
• Review and analyze financial data across multiple groups to maintain consistency and integrity
• Manage reporting schedules, ensuring adherence to daily, weekly, monthly, and annual deadlines
• Negotiate and define new reporting requirements with stakeholders
• Responsible for preparation of quarterly close deliverables for BX reporting
• Manage day-to-day activities of offshore team
• Assist with ad hoc analysis and projects

Qualifications:

• BS (or above) in Accounting or Finance is required
• CPA license is preferred
• 4+ years of public accounting experience
• Experience with public companies, open-ended fund, the private asset industry, and/or retail fund is preferred
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel, strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented and possess strong work ethic; effectively multi-tasks and executes a wide range of assignments; strong time management skills
• Ideal candidates would have a commitment to excellence in their work product and a desire to learn and grow as a professional

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$105,000 - $150,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables. Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone's sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources.

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions
• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients
• Supervising or training securities licensed employees
• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products
• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.