Position OverviewApollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade to private equity with a focus on three investing strategies: yield, hybrid, and equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes.Come to Apollo and join a community of extraordinary people who are committed to a culture of excellence and collaboration in everything that we do. We invest in our people for the long term and are committed to supporting their development at every stage of their career.The Finance professional reports directly to the fund Controller and will support the ongoing management of various direct origination platform including Apollo's BDC's. Direct Origination and BDC's are the most sought-after areas in the fund space and within Apollo. This individual will be tasked with the quality execution of the day-to-day core accounting responsibilities, driving improvements in processes and reporting, and engaging in problem-solving. We are seeking a talented and dedicated professional with the ability to be part of a versatile team and a strong desire to learn and develop in their career.
Primary Responsibilities- Lead month-end/quarterly close process, including completing a NAV package with all the relevant supporting documentation, calculating performance figures, assisting with corporate and regulation S-X reporting.
- Review/prepare quarterly SEC filings (10Q/10K) and financial statements.
- Coordinate activities between NYC & Apollo's Mumbai operations and accounting teams.
- Lead preparation of quarterly board materials.
- Lead discussion with various vendors and third-party providers of services including sub-administrators, custodians, transfer agents and valuation firms.
- Identify and analyze daily cash activity for various fund entities and coordinate with administrator and the deal team for activities.
- Verify portfolio pricing to internal model and third-party sources. Supervision of third-party valuation firms on quarterly valuation process in concert with Apollo's valuation team.
- Assist the Senior Controllers and CFO with special projects and ad hoc requests as needed
Qualifications & Experience- CPA preferred
- Mix of Private and Public accounting experience preferred
- College degree with a competitive GPA and demonstrated math or analytical ability
- 4-8 years relevant (portfolio and partnership accounting) work experience
- Previous Public/Private Fund/ CLOs/Credit Hedge Fund/Financial Services experience a plus.
- Previous experience evaluating process controls, procedures, and flows
- Previous experience with valuation of illiquid and liquid assets
- Ability to take initiative and be accountable for running a process to conclusion
- Excellent communication skills including the ability to synthesize and see the big picture
- Ability to juggle more than one project at a time and work in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with Alteryx, Anaplan, or Power BI a plus
OUR PURPOSE AND CORE VALUESOur clients rely on our investment acumen to help secure their future. We must never lose our focus and determination to be the best investors and most trusted partners on their behalf. We strive to be:The leading provider of retirement income solutions to institutions, companies, and individuals.The leading provider of capital solutions to companies. Our breadth and scale enable us to deliver capital for even the largest projects - and our small firm mindset ensures we will be a thoughtful and dedicated partner to these organizations. We are committed to helping them build stronger businesses.A leading contributor to addressing some of the biggest issues facing the world today - such as energy transition, accelerating the adoption of new technologies, and social impact - where innovative approaches to investing can make a positive difference.We are building a unique firm of extraordinary colleagues who:Outperform expectationsChallenge ConventionChampion OpportunityLead responsiblyDrive collaborationAs One Apollo team, we believe that doing great work and having fun go hand in hand, and we are proud of what we can achieve together.
OUR BENEFITSApollo relies on its people to keep it a leader in alternative investment management, and the firm's benefit programs are crafted to offer meaningful coverage for both you and your family. Please reach out to your Human Capital Business Partner for more detailed information on specific benefits. Apollo Global Management Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other criteria prohibited under controlling federal, state or local law.
Pay Range$140,000 - $205,000The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.