In-Office Requirement: 4 days per weekFunctional Lead - Fund Accounting Applications (~50%)* Serve as the subject matter expert for Fund and Investor Reporting processes and systems within Fund Accounting* Act as the primary liaison between Fund Accounting end-users and Global Technology Services (GTS), translating business processes, needs, and strategic vision into clear, well-structured requirements for developers and QA teams* Manage, enhance, and support Investran and Appian BPM applications, ensuring they continuously align with evolving business needs* Provide day-to-day functional support for in-house built applications, ensuring timely issue resolution and continuity of operationsFinance Process & Systems Improvement (~40%)* Lead initiatives to streamline, automate, and modernize Finance operations across the Fund Accounting departments* Partner with upstream and downstream stakeholders — including Fund Management, Corporate Accounting, Investor Relations, Entity Compliance and more— to collaborate and drive improvements* Drive change management within Fund Accounting, overseeing the implementation of new workstreams and ensuring successful adoption of tools, workflows, and strategic initiativesProduction Support - Fund Accounting & Investor Financial Reporting (~10%)* Provide production support across key Fund Accounting reporting processes and platforms, triaging and resolving issues to ensure continuity of operations, including but not limited to: + Capital Account Statements + Capital Calls & Distributions + ILPA (Institutional Limited Partners Association) Reporting + Investor Tax Reporting (TaxPBC) + Appian In-House built applications + InvestranEducation & Certificates* Bachelor's degree required* Concentration in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferredProfessional Experience* 5-7 years of relevant experience, required* Experience in fund accounting, finance operations, or a related business systems/process improvement role, preferred* Proven experience serving as a liaison between finance or business teams and technology or development teams* Demonstrated experience writing business requirements, functional specifications, or process documentation for technology teams* Track record of leading process improvement or technology implementation initiatives in a finance environment* Experience supporting or leading change management efforts, including training and stakeholder communication* Familiarity with agile project management methodologies and tools such as JIRA or similar platforms* Background in private equity, Fund accounting, or similar alternative investment operations preferredCompetencies & Attributes* Accounting systems expertise required; experience with Investran strongly preferred* Familiarity with Appian BPM, Salesforce, or PeopleSoft Financials a plus* Working knowledge of system structures, data flows, and application architecture — a strong understanding of how systems connect and interact will be a key differentiator in this role* Solid understanding of fund accounting principles, investor reporting, and financial close processes* Ability to translate complex business processes and end-user needs into clear, actionable requirements for developers and QA teams* Advanced Excel required; SQL experience preferred* Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging across finance, technology, and senior leadership audiences* Highly organized with strong attention to detail* Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment* Demonstrated ability to lead and influence both direct and indirect team membersBenefits/Compensation The compensation range for this role is specific to Washington, DC and takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to the skill sets required/preferred; prior experience and training; licenses and/or certifications. ## Manager, Fund Accounting SystemsApplylocations: Washington, DCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id: R-00128The Manager, Fund Accounting Systems serves as the functional lead for Fund Accounting operations at Carlyle, sitting at the intersection of finance and technology.