Our Company

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with more than $220 billion in assets under management. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, equity, and real estate. The firm has more than 1,400 employees and offices in more than 25 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

For additional information, please visit Oaktree's website at http://www.oaktreecapital.com/

Responsibilities

The Manager will be responsible for maintaining the books and records for various Evergreen and Closed-end Partnerships, as well as reporting to clients and the portfolio group.

Responsibilities will include:

Preparation and maintenance of the books and records of pooled private investment funds organized as limited partnerships and/or separate accounts
Preparation and/or review of complex management fee and waterfall calculations
Understanding of side pocket accounting
Understanding of internal rate of returns, time weighted returns and multiple of capital calculations
Recording and reconciliation of cash, investments and other balance sheet accounts
Recording of purchase and sale transactions
Accounting for complex corporate actions
Estimating and posting of accruals
Preparation and/or review of allocations of income and expense allocations to each partner, including updating of distribution waterfall based on the terms of the governing documents
Determining and preparing distributions and drawdowns
Preparation monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Analyzing and calculating performance metrics for partnerships/accounts as well as for each investment
Coordinating with funds independent auditors, custodians, prime brokers and fund administrators
Performing other tasks as required.

Qualifications

Minimum 8 years relevant accounting or audit experience within Big Four public accounting or a mix of public accounting and investment management industry experience
Experience from a fund admin shop is a plus
Strong knowledge of reconciliation and account analysis
Experience in Geneva and Geneva World Investors preferred
Knowledge of US GAAP accounting, IFRS GAAP is a plus, operations, reconciliations, account analysis, and management reporting
Excellent understanding of accounting and the ability to apply relevant investment company accounting rules
Solid analytical skills and ability to understand and resolve complex problems; and
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. PowerBI is a plus

Personal Attributes

Work Ethic: strong attention to detail and focus on continual development, performance, and accountability
Organization: proven ability to multi-task and efficiently manage time across competing activities; able to effectively prioritize, execute tasks, and thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
Independence: experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment; must be able to drive work effectively with limited supervision (at times); a self-starter with the ability to take initiative, ask questions, detect problems and provide solutions
Flexibility: adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Communication: strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (and/or equivalent experience). CA, MBA, or equivalent; CPA a plus.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT POLICY

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Manager, Fund Accounting - Opportunistic Credit