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Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Ares Management is seeking a Senior Associate to join the Real Assets Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”) team, with primary responsibility for the Real Estate business. The Real Assets FP&A team is part of the firm’s larger Finance organization and partners closely with Real Assets business leaders, fund accounting, corporate accounting, business operations and global FP&A colleagues in Los Angeles, London and other regional offices.
The Senior Associate will play a hands-on role in the annual budget, monthly and quarterly forecast, and long-range planning processes for Real Assets. The candidate will build and maintain fund-level models and deliver clear, accurate reporting to senior management. The ideal candidate has a working understanding of real estate funds and management fee and incentive fee mechanics, and a strong aptitude for financial modeling, data and automation. This role requires a dynamic, detail-oriented professional who can operate with increasing independence in a fast-paced, growing environment.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Associate will support the broader Real Assets FP&A team in partnering across the enterprise to provide accurate projections and insights to senior management.
Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support the annual budget, monthly and quarterly forecast, and long-range plan for the Real Assets business, including consolidation of inputs and preparation of the P&L
- Build and maintain fund-level models for Real Estate funds and co-investment vehicles, forecasting FPAUM, management fees, other income and promote/incentive fees
- Forecast and track general and administrative expenses at the vendor level, identifying cost-saving opportunities and partnering with business leaders on accountability
- Incorporate quarterly projected fund models from Fund Accounting, and assumptions on capital raising, deployment, exits and fee-basis changes, into the forecast
- Prepare scenario and sensitivity analyses and respond to ad hoc requests from senior management
Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare variance analysis and commentary for actuals vs. forecast, budget and prior periods, with a focus on FPAUM, management fees, other income and promote
- Produce executive-ready reporting packages, dashboards and presentations for senior leadership, including forecast calls and business reviews
- Support preparation of materials for firm-wide consolidation, board and senior leadership reporting
- Dive into underlying fund and deal-level data to explain drivers behind results and recommend actions
Business Partnership & Collaboration
- Serve as a day-to-day FP&A contact for Real Assets investment professionals, business operations and regional finance leaders
- Coordinate with Fund Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Investor Relations and Business Operations to gather, validate and reconcile key inputs on a timely basis
- Build working knowledge of new fund structures, fee terms and revenue streams, and translate this into forecast assumptions
- Collaborate with the global FP&A team to align methodologies and ensure consistency across regions and segments
Process, Systems & Automation
- Maintain and improve financial models, dashboards and planning tools for accuracy, consistency and scalability (e.g., OneStream, Anaplan, SQL, Power BI)
- Clean, structure and consolidate data from multiple sources into repeatable reporting processes
- Contribute to automation and AI-enabled initiatives that reduce manual work and improve forecast turnaround time
- Support implementation of new systems and processes, including data collection, testing and roll-out
Team Contribution
- Take ownership of workstreams and deliver work independently with a high level of accuracy
- Support, train and mentor Analysts and Associates as the team grows
QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Real Estate, Data Science or a related field
- MBA or graduate degree, CFA and/or CPA a plus, but not required
Experience Required
- 5–7 years of relevant experience in FP&A, corporate finance, fund accounting, investment banking, consulting or Big 4 accounting; experience at an alternative asset manager or real estate investment firm strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of real estate fund structures (open-end and closed-end), management fee and incentive fee/carried interest mechanics, and co-investment structures preferred
- Demonstrated experience building and maintaining financial models, forecasts and variance analyses
- Experience with planning and consolidation systems such as OneStream and Anaplan preferred; SQL, Power BI, Tableau or similar a plus
General Requirements
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; strong PowerPoint skills
- Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to turn complex data into clear insights
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Highly motivated, collaborative team player with a strong work ethic and a passion for process improvement, automation and new technology
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Associate Vice President, FP&A
COMPENSATION
The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.
- $130,000 - $150,000
The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.
Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.
There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
INTRODUCTION
Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Ares Management is seeking a Senior Associate to join the Real Assets Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”) team, with primary responsibility for the Real Estate business. The Real Assets FP&A team is part of the firm’s larger Finance organization and partners closely with Real Assets business leaders, fund accounting, corporate accounting, business operations and global FP&A colleagues in Los Angeles, London and other regional offices.
The Senior Associate will play a hands-on role in the annual budget, monthly and quarterly forecast, and long-range planning processes for Real Assets. The candidate will build and maintain fund-level models and deliver clear, accurate reporting to senior management. The ideal candidate has a working understanding of real estate funds and management fee and incentive fee mechanics, and a strong aptitude for financial modeling, data and automation. This role requires a dynamic, detail-oriented professional who can operate with increasing independence in a fast-paced, growing environment.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Associate will support the broader Real Assets FP&A team in partnering across the enterprise to provide accurate projections and insights to senior management.
Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support the annual budget, monthly and quarterly forecast, and long-range plan for the Real Assets business, including consolidation of inputs and preparation of the P&L
- Build and maintain fund-level models for Real Estate funds and co-investment vehicles, forecasting FPAUM, management fees, other income and promote/incentive fees
- Forecast and track general and administrative expenses at the vendor level, identifying cost-saving opportunities and partnering with business leaders on accountability
- Incorporate quarterly projected fund models from Fund Accounting, and assumptions on capital raising, deployment, exits and fee-basis changes, into the forecast
- Prepare scenario and sensitivity analyses and respond to ad hoc requests from senior management
Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare variance analysis and commentary for actuals vs. forecast, budget and prior periods, with a focus on FPAUM, management fees, other income and promote
- Produce executive-ready reporting packages, dashboards and presentations for senior leadership, including forecast calls and business reviews
- Support preparation of materials for firm-wide consolidation, board and senior leadership reporting
- Dive into underlying fund and deal-level data to explain drivers behind results and recommend actions
Business Partnership & Collaboration
- Serve as a day-to-day FP&A contact for Real Assets investment professionals, business operations and regional finance leaders
- Coordinate with Fund Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Investor Relations and Business Operations to gather, validate and reconcile key inputs on a timely basis
- Build working knowledge of new fund structures, fee terms and revenue streams, and translate this into forecast assumptions
- Collaborate with the global FP&A team to align methodologies and ensure consistency across regions and segments
Process, Systems & Automation
- Maintain and improve financial models, dashboards and planning tools for accuracy, consistency and scalability (e.g., OneStream, Anaplan, SQL, Power BI)
- Clean, structure and consolidate data from multiple sources into repeatable reporting processes
- Contribute to automation and AI-enabled initiatives that reduce manual work and improve forecast turnaround time
- Support implementation of new systems and processes, including data collection, testing and roll-out
Team Contribution
- Take ownership of workstreams and deliver work independently with a high level of accuracy
- Support, train and mentor Analysts and Associates as the team grows
QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Real Estate, Data Science or a related field
- MBA or graduate degree, CFA and/or CPA a plus, but not required
Experience Required
- 5–7 years of relevant experience in FP&A, corporate finance, fund accounting, investment banking, consulting or Big 4 accounting; experience at an alternative asset manager or real estate investment firm strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of real estate fund structures (open-end and closed-end), management fee and incentive fee/carried interest mechanics, and co-investment structures preferred
- Demonstrated experience building and maintaining financial models, forecasts and variance analyses
- Experience with planning and consolidation systems such as OneStream and Anaplan preferred; SQL, Power BI, Tableau or similar a plus
General Requirements
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; strong PowerPoint skills
- Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to turn complex data into clear insights
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Highly motivated, collaborative team player with a strong work ethic and a passion for process improvement, automation and new technology
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Associate Vice President, FP&A
COMPENSATION
The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.
- $130,000 - $150,000
The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.
Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.
There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
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Verify your CFA or CFP credential transfers
U.S. employers in financial planning treat the CFA charterholder designation as globally portable, but your CFP certification from Singapore may need a credential evaluation. Confirm equivalency with NASAA or FINRA licensing requirements before your first interview.
Search employer LCA filings by occupation code
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings for financial planning roles, so you target companies that have already navigated H-1B1 Singapore sponsorship rather than educating employers from scratch.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code for financial planners before you negotiate, so your offer is structured to pass LCA certification on the first attempt.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
H-1B1 Singapore requires the position to be a specialty occupation under U.S. immigration law. Check the O*NET profile for your exact job title to confirm it requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, and document that match before your consulate interview.
Get the LCA certified before scheduling your visa interview
DOL must certify the LCA, typically within seven working days of submission, before you can schedule your consulate appointment. Coordinate with your employer's HR or legal team to confirm LCA status so you don't book an interview slot prematurely.
Prepare your nonimmigrant intent documentation
Unlike H-1B visa, the H-1B1 Singapore visa does not confer dual intent. Consulate officers will assess your ties to Singapore. Gather documentation of ongoing financial or family ties before your interview to address this directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Planning role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes, financial planning qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a closely related field. Roles that accept any degree field or substitute years of experience without a degree requirement may not meet the specialty occupation standard. Your employer documents this in the Labor Condition Application and confirms it at the consulate.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa compare to H-1B for financial planning professionals?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa has no lottery, no USCIS petition, and a 5,400-visa annual cap that has never been exhausted. H-1B requires your employer to file a USCIS petition and enter a lottery where selection is not guaranteed. For Singaporean nationals in financial planning, H-1B1 Singapore is a faster, more predictable path to U.S. employment.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B1 Singapore visas for financial planning jobs?
Use Migrate Mate to search DOL Labor Condition Application filings filtered by occupation and visa type. This shows you which employers have filed LCAs for financial planning roles rather than companies that simply claim to sponsor visas. Targeting employers with a documented filing history saves time and avoids dead-end applications.
Can I hold Series 65 or Series 7 FINRA licenses on an H-1B1 Singapore visa?
You can sit for FINRA licensing exams and hold registrations on H-1B1 Singapore status, but sponsorship for the exams and the visa are separate processes. Your employer handles the LCA and visa sponsorship while you pursue FINRA licensing independently. Confirm with your employer that your authorized role and license scope align before you begin the licensing process.
What happens to my H-1B1 Singapore status if my employer terminates my employment?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa does not carry the 60-day grace period that H-1B holders receive after termination. Your status is tied directly to the certified LCA and active employment. If your employment ends, you need to depart the U.S. or secure a new employer and a new LCA before your current authorized period expires.