Associate, Private Debt Finance

<div class="content-intro"><p><span class="fontSizeMedium" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Founded in 1999, <strong>Audax Group</strong> is a leading alternative investment manager with offices in Boston, New York, San Francisco, London and Hong Kong. With approximately $42 billion of assets under management and more than 475 employees, Audax is a leading capital partner for middle market companies, operating through three business lines: Audax Private Equity, Audax Private Debt, and Audax Strategic Capital. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">For more information, visit <a href="http://www.audaxgroup.com">www.audaxgroup.com</a> or follow Audax Group on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/audaxgroup/posts/?feedView=all">LinkedIn</a>.</span></p></div><p><strong>POSITION SUMMARY:</strong></p> <p>The position is responsible for the financial reporting and accounting for Audax Private Debt based in <strong>Boston</strong>. The<strong> Finance Associate</strong> is a key contributor to the Private Debt process and is responsible for the compliance and control processes related to several Private Debt Funds. Private Debt invests in debt securities of middle market companies backed by private equity sponsors via a variety of different investment vehicles. The candidate will work closely with the Investor Relations, CLO, FP&A, Tax and Private Debt Deal teams.</p> <p>The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and detail-oriented team player who will thrive in a fast-paced environment and must be able to prioritize and complete all projects with precision in a timely manner. As Audax Private Debt continues to grow, the position will evolve with the direction of the business’ needs.</p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Preparation and review of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, fund level returns and investor deliverables for various Private Debt funds</li> <li>Prepare monthly and quarterly MD&A on fund performance for senior management</li> <li>Review fund administrator’s work on various Private Debt funds</li> <li>Prepare and review capital calls and distributions</li> <li>Track and update the portfolio of investments for the various Private Debt funds</li> <li>Track interest payment receipts across portfolio team</li> <li>Daily cash management, monitoring, and reconciliation with the bank</li> <li>Take a lead role with the firm’s outside auditor in preparation/review of year-end audited financials</li> <li>Work with the Investor Relations team in preparing fundraising materials and in providing information for investor requests, including fund performance data, fee information and underlying portfolio financial information</li> <li>Work with the Tax team in preparing quarterly tax estimates as well as year-end tax allocations</li> <li>Be available to provide timely communication to internal and external stakeholders on projects when required</li> </ul> <p><strong>COMPETENCIES: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Advanced GAAP financial reporting experience</li> <li>Effective communication skills and ability interact with Senior Management and outside parties</li> <li>Strong organizational skills</li> <li>Professional and energetic attitude</li> <li>Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, etc.)</li> <li>Self-starter with ability to work independently and in a team environment</li> <li>Exemplary leadership skills</li> <li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment