SEC Perpetual Finance - 40 Act Funds - AVP

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Job Description:

• Responsible for the review, oversight and ownership of financial reporting and related SEC filings for certain Blackstone perpetual 40 act funds
• Ensure the financial results are appropriately recorded in the fund’s financial statements and SEC filings including all required financial disclosures and footnotes
• Ensure new transactions are appropriately disclosed in related filings
• Manage business relationships and ongoing communications with internal and external auditors 
• Contributed to automation and AI reporting solutions supporting the greater SEC perpetual finance transformation initiatives
• Positively contribute to the greater SEC perpetual finance team-based culture
• Assist with ad hoc analysis and projects
• Generate creative solutions to improve processes
• Managing and mentoring junior staff
   

Qualifications:

• BS (or above) in Accounting or Finance is required; CPA license is required
• 8+ years of public or mixed public/private accounting experience
• Experience with registered funds / 40 Act funds and related reporting is required.
• Experience with PE secondaries and related accounting, valuation, and operations is preferred
• Demonstrates initiative and an eagerness to learn
• Embraces and leads automation and related AI finance transformation initiatives
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoys contributing to a team and thrives in a team based / highly collaborative environment
• Highly organized, proactive, and strong time management skills
• Detail oriented and possess strong work ethic
• Excited to coach and mentor junior team members
• 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:

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.

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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; and

• 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.
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