Finance - Fund Operations - Real Estate - Vice President at Blackstone

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Real Estate, Alternative Investments, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred
  • 12+ years of experience in fund operations, public accounting, fund accounting, or corporate finance
  • Proven leadership and people management skills with a track record of process improvement
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities; detail-oriented
  • Thrives in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Exceptional communication skills; builds strong professional relationships across levels, functions, and geographies
  • Self-starter; works well independently

Responsibilities

  • Partner with investment teams, fund counsel, tax advisors, and portfolio company management to support investment transactions
  • Design, implement, and maintain scalable processes across the real estate operating platform
  • Collaborate with the technology team to automate and enhance reporting processes
  • Oversee assignments for both New York and offshore operations teams
  • Review and analyze internal reporting to the Real Estate COO and CFO on fund metrics, dry powder, and liquidity; recommend actions based on findings
  • Monitor fund LPA limitations and ensure adherence to credit agreement covenants
  • Serve as a primary liaison for investor inquiries related to fund activities
  • Coordinate with fund accountants on deal transaction accounting
  • Manage capital calls, line of credit capacity, and covenant compliance
  • Review capital call and distribution memos for accuracy and compliance
  • Oversee expense processes in accordance with LPAs and firm policies
  • Manage SPV-level accounting for U.S. opportunistic deals
  • Partner with Institutional Client Solutions on investor relations and due diligence deliverables
  • Interpret and apply LPA provisions to operational decisions
  • Coordinate with internal and external auditors
  • Lead special projects and respond to ad hoc internal requests

Skills

Fund Operations
Real Estate Finance
Investment Transactions
Process Automation
Financial Reporting
Compliance Management
Capital Calls
LPA Monitoring
Covenant Compliance
Investor Relations
Deal Accounting

Blackstone

Global alternative asset management firm

About Blackstone

Blackstone is a leader in alternative asset management, focusing on private equity, real estate, and credit investments. The firm manages over $1.1 trillion in assets and partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets, aiming to create strong businesses that deliver lasting value. Its main products, BREIT and BCRED, cater to income-focused investors, while the On-Demand Continuing Education Program helps educate investors on private market topics. Blackstone's goal is to identify economic trends and invest in industry-leading businesses to generate strong returns.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1985Year Founded
$18,081.8MTotal Funding
UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Financial Services, Real Estate, EducationIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition in AI may lead to overvaluation and market saturation.
Potential regulatory scrutiny due to significant investments in diverse sectors.
Economic instability in Europe could impact returns from European investments.

Differentiation

Blackstone is a global leader in alternative asset management with $1.1 trillion AUM.
The firm specializes in private equity, real estate, and credit investments.
Blackstone partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets.

Upsides

Blackstone's $300M investment in DDN shows a strategic pivot towards AI-driven growth sectors.
The €250M investment in Sia Partners expands Blackstone's footprint in AI consulting services.
Partnership with Jersey Mike’s indicates investment in established consumer brands with growth potential.

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