<p>About AQR Capital Management</p> <p>AQR is a global investment firm built at the intersection of financial theory and practical application. We strive to deliver concrete, long-term results by looking past market noise to identify and isolate the factors that matter most, and by developing ideas that stand up to rigorous testing. By putting theory into practice, we have become a leader in alternative strategies and an innovator in traditional portfolio management since 1998.</p> <p> At AQR, our employees share a common spirit of academic excellence, intellectual honesty and an unwavering commitment to seeking the truth. We're determined to know what makes financial markets tick - and we'll ask every question and challenge every assumption. We recognize and respect the power of collaboration and believe transparency and openness to new ideas leads to innovation.</p> <p>The Team:</p> <p>AQR Capital Management is looking for an exceptionally talented individual with at least five years of experience to join our Finance Fund Treasury team.</p> <p> </p> <p>The AQR Fund Treasury team is tasked with the comprehensive design, planning, and execution of oversight programs across several critical business processes. These include Financial Reporting, where they ensure accurate and timely financial statements; Accounting Policy Oversight, which involves monitoring and enforcing accounting standards; and Valuation Oversight, where they assess and validate asset valuations. Additionally, they manage Expense Management to control and optimize costs, oversee Distributor & Intermediary Management to maintain effective relationships with partners, and ensure robust Board Governance to uphold high standards of corporate governance.</p> <p> </p> <p>Your Role:</p> <ul> <li>Oversee the preparation, review, and issuance of annual and liquidation audited financial statements, and manage the audit process. </li><li>Supervise and evaluate the performance of external service providers. </li><li>Maintain and update financial reporting risk assessments and control mappings. </li><li>Design, implement, and oversee control activities to address CEUCs of service provider SOC 1 reports. </li><li>Maintain a commitment to quality and attention to detail in a timely manner </li><li>Review the accounting and financial reporting implications of non-standard transactions and changes to Fund Governing Documents and Side-letters. </li><li>Partner with senior professionals and teams across the organization to improve workflow process </li><li>Professionally communicate with all levels of staff </li><li>Foster a sense of teamwork, assisting others when needed </li></ul> <p> </p> <p>What You'll Bring:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree, in Accounting required, CPA preferred </li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in the investment management industry, Big 4 Public Accounting firm and/or relevant industry experience is preferred. </li><li>Technical and business knowledge of various Fund types (e.g., hedge funds, collective investment trusts,) and structures (Master/Feeder, multi-class, etc.), as well as activities from an investment, operational, regulatory, accounting and financial reporting perspective. </li><li>Strong financial reporting background required. </li><li>Advanced understanding of accounting principles and procedures, including in-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP. </li><li>Knowledge and experience across various asset classes (e.g., fixed income, alternatives, equities) and complex instrument types (e.g., derivatives, structured products). </li><li>Strong analytical skills with ability to evaluate issues and propose and implement solutions, with consideration for all downstream implications. </li><li>Strong written and verbal communications skills </li></ul> <p> </p> <p>Who You Are:</p> <ul> <li>Enjoys working independently as well as within a team </li><li>Ability to navigate in a fast-paced environment with frequent shifts in priorities as business needs change </li><li>Committed to excellent client service: producing materials and interacting with stakeholders with a focus on adherence to our standards of high-quality output and attention to detail </li><li>Challenge the status quo: approach both existing and new responsibilities with curiosity and an innovation mind-set </li><li>Excited to collaborate with colleagues across various teams, levels, and departments </li><li>Resourceful and well-organized with the ability to multi-task and work within tight timeframes </li><li>Goal-oriented, demonstrate a sense of personal growth and accountability </li><li>Strong sense of integrity, consistent with AQR's values and core principles </li></ul> <p> </p> <p>The salary range for this role is expected to be $145,000 to $170,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is accurate for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, depending upon factors such as skills, experience, location, or other business and organizational needs. This wage range may also be modified in the future.</p> <p> </p> <p>This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.</p> <p> </p> <p>We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.</p> <p>Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.</p> <p> </p> <p>AQR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/VET/DISABILITY</p>